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Battle Creek
Saturday, May 16th, 2026
Good morning, Battle Creek. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 16th of May.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Attorneys for Michigan and environmental groups argued Friday that a federal order forcing Consumers Energy to keep the aging Campbell coal plant open was illegal because the department falsely claimed an energy emergency. They said closing the plant as planned would have saved nearly $600 million for local ratepayers. Michigan Public Radio
- ➤ The Natural Resources Commission approved a one buck rule that limits hunters in the Lower Peninsula to one antlered deer per season starting March 1, 2027. The commission also eliminated the limited rifle zone for 2026 to encourage more selective hunting. FOX 17
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Tri County's Savanah Thompson beat the MHSAA record for career soccer goals—surpassing 228—on Monday during the tournament title game versus Big Rapids. The senior finished her last school day yesterday and will play at Saginaw Valley State University while pursuing a nursing degree. FOX 17
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Michigan USA Wrestling State Finals
10 a.m.-5 p.m. — Kellogg Arena — $20 — Experience the thrilling competition at the state's premier wrestling showdown.
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Cereal City Classic 5k/10k Run-Walk
7:45 a.m. — Battle Creek Family YMCA — $35 early registration — Lace up for a fun run through Battle Creek's scenic routes.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The only normal people are the ones you don't know very well.
~ Alfred Adler
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