Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of April.
Good morning, Battle Creek.
🚧 Accidents
Before 5 a.m. Thursday, crews pulled a car from a large sinkhole on Parson Ave in Garfield Township — the driver remained uninjured and the sinkhole was noted as one of the largest since 1986.
🎭 Culture
Gilmore Car Museum in Hickory Corners will host its 26th Anniversary Wednesday Night Cruise-In on May 6 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. with classic cars, live music, and food — the event runs weekly through Sept.
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Patrick Hershberger — known as Go Bonus Saves — will give a free lecture at Kellogg Community College on May 8 at 2 p.m. in the Davidson Visual and Performing Arts Center auditorium at 450 North Ave, where he will discuss his mural work and answer audience questions.
🏈 Sports
Harper Creek’s Kennedy Halverson was named the Bronson Battle Creek Athlete of the Week today after she powered her softball team to win the Merry Jo Tavernier Tournament in Three Rivers; she hit key home runs + drove in six RBI to secure a strong vote from fans.
🎉 Battle Creek Events
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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.
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.
🏠 Battle Creek Real Estate
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