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Battle Creek
Thursday, April 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Battle Creek. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 23rd of April.
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Monarch butterflies from overwintering sites in Mexico are nearing Michigan — Journey North maps show sightings near northern Indiana that signal the insects will soon begin their summer breeding season in April and May. Battle Creek Enquirer
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ No winner was declared in Tuesday’s Mega Millions drawing, leaving local players to hope for a jackpot of at least $150 million. The next drawing will occur on Friday, April 24 at 11 p.m. as tickets remain available until 10:45 p.m. Battle Creek Enquirer
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Calhoun County 911 held its annual awards ceremony on Wednesday, Apr. 22 to honor telecommunicators during National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week — Alyssa Stanfield was named Employee of the Year and Kurnin Albrecht became the first recipient of the newly renamed Larissa Griffith Award of Excellence in Service. Battle Creek Enquirer
- ➤ State lawmakers introduced a package of environmental bills yesterday aimed at regulating PFAS and proposing a green amendment to guarantee clean air and water for residents. Supporters expect a long fight as steep partisan opposition may block the proposals. Michigan Public Radio
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Diana Bitner from True Women’s Health discussed fertility insights today during Fertility Awareness Month — urging men and women to seek expert advice if facing infertility challenges. FOX 17
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Seven Pennfield athletes (including football standout Gavin May and basketball leader Johnny Lake) held a signing ceremony at Pennfield High School on April 22 where they announced their college plans. May, who joined Saginaw Valley for spring practice, returned to celebrate with classmates. Battle Creek Enquirer
- ➤ Battle Creek’s Best of Battle Creek series will highlight top high school pitchers from local schools this spring (nominations include standout Jeremiah Adams), with coaches nominating players and online polls closing Tuesday at noon to decide weekly winners. Battle Creek Enquirer
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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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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all.
~ Helen Keller
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