Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 19th of April.
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🎭 Culture
The Eta Aquariids meteor shower begins tonight and peaks May 5, offering local stargazers a chance to see 10–30 meteors per hour (according to the American Meteor Society) under dark skies though a full moon on May 1 may lessen the view.
🏛️ Government
Advocates pressed Michigan lawmakers to address racial differences in maternal healthcare as part of Black Maternal Health Week, calling for the proposed Momnibus bill package to update data tracking and expand midwife coverage.
The measure is still awaiting a committee hearing in the state House.
🎉 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.
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