Saturday, March 1st, 2025
Good morning, Battle Creek. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 1st of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Calhoun County Sheriff's Office acquired a new ATV funded by the Ford Community Relations Fund to enhance rescue operations in challenging terrains. FOX 17
- ➤ Bailey Park in Battle Creek will be temporarily closed on specific days for Battle Creek Police's Emergency Vehicle Operations Training to maintain officers' skills in pursuits and safety maneuvers. City of Battle Creek
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Michigan Youth Challenge Academy, a cost-free educational program for at-risk youth aged 15 1/2 to 18, announces mandatory information sessions for its 53rd cycle beginning July 13, focusing on physical fitness, community service, and classroom learning. Battle Creek Enquirer
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The MARVAC 38th Battle Creek RV & Camping Show offers adventure with tourable RVs, exclusive financing, and discounted models from February 28 to March 2, 2025, at Kellogg Arena. City of Battle Creek
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Lakeview High School's boys basketball team secured their second consecutive district championship by defeating Loy Norrix 87-67, marking their first back-to-back titles since 1979. Battle Creek Enquirer
- ➤ Marshall and Bellevue secure victories in their respective boys basketball district championship games, highlighting crucial tie-breaking wins within league rivals. Battle Creek Enquirer
- ➤ Austin Miller won the Enquirer Athlete of the Week for his pivotal role in Marshall boys basketball's Interstate 8 Conference championship clinch. Battle Creek Enquirer
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2025 USA Gymnastics Winter Classic Invitational
This event features gymnastics competitions hosted by Branch Gymnastics, taking place over four days at Kellogg Arena in Battle Creek, MI.
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Ludacris Live in Concert
Ludacris will perform live at FireKeepers Casino Hotel in Battle Creek, Michigan.
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What's Cooking at Café Rica
The event will showcase valuable insights from Small Business Development and honor two entrepreneurs as part of a community gathering at Café Rica.
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Wind Blown Horse Paint and Sip Evening
Participants will enjoy a guided painting session where they can create a take-home painting in a fun and relaxed brewery environment.
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Open House at 25 Orchard Place
1-3 p.m. — 25 Orchard Place — $459,900 — Explore a charming Tudor home with endless possibilities for personal or workspaces.
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