Sunday, April 13th, 2025
Good morning, Battle Creek. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 13th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 33-year-old Union City man died Friday night on I-94 near the Capital Avenue exit in Battle Creek when his Ford pickup crossed into the wrong lane and rolled onto its roof at about 10:15 p.m.—rescue crews responded, and the crash remains under investigation. Battle Creek Enquirer
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A man reportedly driving recklessly crashed his minivan into a home on Upton Avenue in Battle Creek and trapped a 70-year-old woman in her upstairs bedroom until firefighters rescued her through a window — the driver was taken to a hospital for treatment and later jailed on DUI charges. FOX 17
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Pathfinder Bible Experience
8 AM – 5 PM — Kellogg Arena — Free entry — A team challenge immersing participants in the Word of God through engaging activities.
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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.
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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.
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Tom Segura Live Comedy Show
8:00 – 9:30 PM — FireKeepers Casino Hotel — Tickets available from $104 — Enjoy an evening of laughter with comedian Tom Segura at a top-rated venue.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Naval Ravikant
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