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Tuesday, February 24th, 2026
Good morning, Battle Creek. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Kellogg Co and Post Consumer Brands are hosting a 10,000-box cereal sale in Battle Creek on March 6 from 3 p.m. at Full Blast, 35 Hamblin Ave. W to raise funds for United Way and fight food insecurity. Battle Creek Enquirer
- ➤ A six-planet parade is scheduled for Feb. 28 as Mercury, Venus, Neptune, Saturn, Uranus, and Jupiter align over Michigan after sunset (NASA reports weather permitting conditions). Those who want a closer look might need binoculars or a telescope and should choose a dark viewing spot. Battle Creek Enquirer
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A new interactive map shows ruby-throated hummingbirds are starting their northward migration from states like Florida, Louisiana, and Texas, and they are expected to reach Michigan later this spring. Residents may set up feeders by early April to welcome the birds + track the journey online. Battle Creek Enquirer
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ MHSAA released Battle Creek-area girls basketball district pairings for tournaments starting Monday, March 2, featuring Division 1 contests at Battle Creek Central and other games in Harper Creek, Union City and nearby areas — game times run from 5:30 p.m. on Monday to 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Battle Creek Enquirer
- ➤ Readers can vote now for the Athlete of the Week sponsored by Bronson Battle Creek Hospital. Nominees from Harper Creek, Marshall, Battle Creek Central and Gull Lake must be chosen by tomorrow at (5 p.m.). Battle Creek Enquirer
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Que The Cheese - BBQ and Mac & Cheese Festival
3-7 p.m. — Kellogg Arena — Purchase tickets — Celebrate the ultimate fusion of smoky BBQ and gooey mac & cheese in Battle Creek.
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MARVAC 39th Battle Creek RV & Camping Show
1-8 p.m. — Kellogg Arena — $8 adult admission, $7 senior admission — Discover the latest RVs and enjoy exclusive show deals over the weekend.
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2026 Biosolids Conference
Workshops on March 11th and 12th — DoubleTree by Hilton Battle Creek — Registration: $385/$505 — Engage in essential discussions and trainings related to biosolids management.
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Showstopper Dance Competition
All day — Kellogg Arena — Free admission — Experience a vibrant dance competition featuring diverse categories and awards.
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Food Prize 2026
9 AM – 12 PM — Kellogg Arena — Free entry — Experience regional food innovation with competitions, showcases, and educational forums for food entrepreneurs.
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