Good morning, Battle Creek.

Jack in the Box will open its first Battle Creek location at 2588 Capital Avenue SW in May, bringing 24-hour service to the city and marking the chain’s return to Michigan since the 1970s.

The restaurant plans to add four more sites in Calhoun, Kalamazoo and Kent counties.

Wolf Tree Film Festival returns to Marshall on April 11 with a pre-show reception at The Franke Center for the Arts at 6 p.m. and screenings at 7 p.m.; the event features eight short films and three music videos by Great Lakes filmmakers followed by live awards.

GasBuddy analyst Patrick De Haan expects West Michigan gas prices to remain high due to the war in Iran and a fuel blend change, with averages in counties like Kent at $3.57 a gallon and diesel over $5 — drivers should fill up soon.

With spring break soon, working parents in Battle Creek must decide if their children can stay home alone given that Michigan law sets no minimum age requirement; experts advise parents assess each child’s maturity (and safety skills) before making plans.

Harbor Humane hosts Pet Adoption Tuesday with Shortbread — a 6-year-old who loves short walks and treats — available for adoption this week.

Local pet lovers can reach out to the shelter for more details.

The nationally-ranked Kellogg Community College baseball team is aiming for its third straight trip to the NJCAA Division II World Series as it starts games on March 19 at Lansing and March 20 at Glen Oaks before its home opener on March 21.

Food Prize 2026

9 AM – 12 PM — Kellogg Arena — Free entry — Experience regional food innovation with competitions, showcases, and educational forums for food entrepreneurs.

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.

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.

Showstopper Dance Competition

8 AM - 5 PM — Kellogg Arena — Free admission — Experience a vibrant dance competition featuring every level of talent and a host of exciting awards.