Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of April.
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🏘️ Community
Charitable Union relaunched its free prom dress giveaway for high schoolers at its store on 85 Calhoun St. (9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Wednesday and 9 a.m. to noon on the second Saturday), where students must show valid school ID and may donate gently used or new dresses.
Humane Society of West Michigan hosts Pet Adoption Tuesday with friendly pup Kahran awaiting a new home.
A free vaccine clinic for first responders and veterans will run Thursday, Apr. 2 at Plainfield Township Fire Department — and a spring break camp for kids is scheduled Apr. 6–9.
🌲 Environment
Hummingbirds will return to Michigan by mid-to-late spring as they finish their northward migration, and residents can welcome them by setting up a feeder (with store-bought or homemade nectar) in their yards.
🏛️ Government
Michigan Social Security beneficiaries follow a normal April schedule; SSI payments roll out today and regular benefits will be sent on April 8, 15, and 22 based on recipients' birth dates.
Battle Creek will begin its weekly curbside yard waste collection Monday, April 6 through Friday, December 4.
Residents must place yard waste at the curb by 6 a.m. on their regular pickup day — bag leaves and grass, tie branches, and note that pumpkins in October and November will be collected.
The Battle Creek VA Medical Center will receive nearly $14.5 million to upgrade HVAC systems + safety features including elevator replacement and sump pump installation following an announcement by Congressman Bill Huizenga under the Veterans Health Administration’s Non-Recurring Maintenance Program.
🎉 Battle Creek Events
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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.
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.
WizardCon 2026
9 AM – 3 PM — Holiday Inn Battle Creek by IHG — Check website for entry fee — Experience the magic of gaming and sci-fi/fantasy at this exciting convention.
The Joe League Basketball Tournament
10 AM – 4 PM — Kellogg Arena — General Admission $10 — Exciting basketball tournament returning to Battle Creek with team registrations available.
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