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Saturday, March 14th, 2026
Good morning, Battle Creek. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Battle Creek Menards marked 25 years by honoring four original employees who have worked at the store since it opened in 2001 — a milestone reflecting dedicated community service. The store has served local homeowners, contractors and businesses throughout its history. Battle Creek Enquirer
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Midwest gas prices increased last week as the average for regular fuel reached $3.28 on Monday from $2.79 the week before, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration—this marks a 59-cent rise since last month and shows prices remain about 6.5% lower than the national average. Battle Creek Enquirer
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ WMU Sports and Event Management Club will hold its inaugural career fair next Friday, March 20 at Wings Event Center. The fair includes a tour at 4:30 and a panel at 5:30, followed by a Wings game at 7; high school students attend free + college IDs pay $10. 102.7 WFAT
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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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Symphony 5: American Dream
7:30-11:30 p.m. — W K Kellogg Auditorium — Free entry — Experience a delightful orchestral journey with a concert dedicated to the American Dream for local schools.
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WMU College of Aviation Fly-In
12-5 p.m. — Western Michigan University College of Aviation — Free entry — Family fun with aircraft, food, and an exciting egg hunt awaits.
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