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Battle Creek
Thursday, May 8th, 2025
Good morning, Battle Creek. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 8th of May.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in the Midwest rose last week with the average for regular fuel reaching $3.03 per gallon on Monday — up from $2.99 the week before, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The national average was $3.15 per gallon, making Midwest prices about 3.8% lower than the nation’s overall cost. Battle Creek Enquirer
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, May 6, Battle Creek voters passed a bond proposal with 56% support to provide $27.5M for Battle Creek Public Schools; the funds will be used to upgrade buildings and improve school safety without raising debt millage rates. This measure is expected to bring long-needed improvements to the district’s facilities. Battle Creek Enquirer
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Bellah (an energetic and well-trained dog) is now available for adoption from Mackenzie's Animal Sanctuary; the sanctuary seeks homes with secure fenced yards (ensuring her safety and well-being). FOX 17
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Addison Nicolich is playing her junior soccer season for Harper Creek in honor of her father, who died on March 6 after battling pancreatic cancer—her teammates wear special ribbons and patches as they prepare for the All-City Girls Soccer Tournament on May 10. Battle Creek Enquirer
- ➤ Scott Miles now owns the Battle Creek Battle Jacks after purchasing the team from Brian Colopy and plans to support local baseball. He has renewed the lease at C.O. Brown Stadium for five years—an option for an extra five—and the team will prepare for its home opener on Memorial Day. Battle Creek Enquirer
- ➤ Kellogg Community College baseball will begin its postseason play today at Grand Rapid Community College at 1 p.m. The team earned its 19th straight berth in the NJCAA Region XII Tournament after finishing second in its division (if it wins, it will advance to the semifinals in Jackson from May 15 to May 17). Battle Creek Enquirer
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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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Battle Creek Farmers' Market
9 AM – 1 PM — Festival Market Square — Free entry — Discover fresh local produce and enjoy live music from talented musicians every Wednesday.
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2025 Brass Band of Battle Creek Spring Concert
7:30 p.m. — WK Kellogg Auditorium — $25-$65 — Lydia returns for a delightful evening of brass band music that the community won't want to miss.
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Isaiah 117 Red Door Dash 5K
1-4 p.m. — 7290 B Dr N, Battle Creek, MI — Entry fee applies — Lace up your shoes and help support children in foster care in the local community.
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Virtual Senior Living Tour
9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Beadle Lake Afc Home — Free entry — Explore exceptional senior living options with nutritious meals and engaging activities.
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FireKeepers Casino Hotel Championship
June 6-8 — Battle Creek Country Club — Admission details TBA — Experience thrilling golf action at the FireKeepers Casino Hotel Championship featuring rising stars from the Epson Tour.
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Clint Black Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — FireKeepers Casino Hotel — Tickets starting at $47 — Experience the country music icon Clint Black live in concert.
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