Tuesday, April 8th, 2025
Good morning, Battle Creek. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 8th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On April 7 at 11:10 a.m., the Battle Creek Fire Department responded to a structure fire at 31 W Rittenhouse Ave where crews arrived within three minutes and quickly extinguished a blaze on the second floor using a handline — no injuries were reported — and damage was estimated at $12,000 for the property and $2,500 for contents while the cause remains under investigation. City of Battle Creek
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Target in Michigan has recalled nearly 200,000 Vivitar Blender Bottles due to a risk of lacerations, according to manufacturer Sakar. Customers who bought the bottles in-store and online between December 2024 and January 2025 must stop using them and return them for a refund—instructions are provided by the recall notice. Battle Creek Enquirer
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City crews will close Goodale Ave. E from April 9 at 7 a.m. until the end of April 11 — the road between North Ave. and Washington Ave. N will be shut for lead service line replacement, as officials replace lead pipes with copper and high-density polyethylene to improve water quality. City of Battle Creek
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday morning the Tigers announced that first pitch times for their series with the New York Yankees were moved earlier because forecasted wind chills in the 20s and other weather concerns prompted the change — the new times are 3:10 p.m. on Monday, April 7, 1:10 p.m. today, and 1:10 p.m. on Wednesday, April 9. FOX 17
-
Sunflower Painting Party
6-9 p.m. — New Holland Brewing - Battle Creek Brewpub — $38.00 — Paint and sip in a relaxed atmosphere while creating a beautiful sunflower masterpiece.
-
Calhoun County Financial Coaching Workshop
10 AM – 12 PM — Michigan Works! Southwest Calhoun County Service Center — Free — Learn to manage your finances like a pro and create a sound household budget.
-
Big Cheese Mac and Cheese Festival
3-7 p.m. — Kellogg Arena — Cost TBD — Savor the best mac and cheese from local vendors at Michigan's cheesiest event.
-
Pathfinder Bible Experience
8 AM – 5 PM — Kellogg Arena — Free entry — A team challenge immersing participants in the Word of God through engaging activities.
-
Great Lakes IFT 2025 Suppliers' Day
3-7 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Battle Creek — Check website for details — Celebrate the senses at the annual expo and enjoy an after party with cocktails and dinner.
-
4th Annual Cinco de Mayo Fiesta
4-7 p.m. — Festival Market Square — Free entry — Celebrate culture with food, music, and activities that honor Cinco de Mayo traditions.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Start with repetition, not perfection.
Know who said this? Send us an email!
Reveal the authorAbout Daily Battle Creek
Welcome to the Daily Battle Creek, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Battle Creek, Michigan community. If you like the Daily Battle Creek, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Battle Creek.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Battle Creek and across Michigan. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Daily Battle Creek
A free Battle Creek community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.

© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailybattlecreek.com/sitemap