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Battle Creek
Wednesday, April 15th, 2026
Good morning, Battle Creek. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 15th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ National home sales dips are affecting local moving companies as a Forest Hills mover (Two Men and a Truck) reported an 8% drop in moves compared to last year; customers are booking services months ahead while checking prices carefully. FOX 17
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Singer-songwriters May Erlewine will perform at The Franke Center for the Arts on April 24 at 8 p.m., joined by Chicago guitarist Packy Lundholm and Marshall-based Sammie Hershock (opening at 7 p.m. in the Downstage Club). Battle Creek Enquirer
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Crews will begin construction on 6 Mile Road in Newton and Leroy townships on April 20, kicking off an eight week closure for a $1.5 million upgrade that will reshape the road and add paved shoulders. Battle Creek Enquirer
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Baseball is a hit at Kellogg Community College as the Bruins ended a 23-game streak on Monday, April 13 when head coach Eric Laskovy earned his 700th win in an 18-4 victory over Jackson College. The team remains ranked No. 7 nationally (28-6 overall) and will build on this win. Battle Creek Enquirer
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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.
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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.
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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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