Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of May.
Good morning, Battle Creek.
🏛️ Government
Battle Creek is expanding cleanup assistance after recent storms to keep roads safe and accessible.
As of May 20, several roads remain closed—crews will continue street clearing the week of May 27 and begin citywide storm debris cleanup the week of June 2 with residents instructed to place tree and brush debris at the road edge or curb lawn for pickup.
The Calhoun County Prosecutor’s Office is displaying artwork created by sexual assault survivors in its Victims’ Unit to honor survivors and support advocacy through Bronson Sexual Assault Services.
The artwork—titled Survivor Ribbons and Handprints—is designed to remind the community of available aid for youth and caregivers in child abuse cases.
🏥 Health
Health officials say cucumbers grown by Bedner Growers Inc. and distributed by Fresh Start Produce Inc. from April 29 to May 19 were linked to a salmonella outbreak that sickened 26 people—nine hospitalized—in 15 states including Michigan.
Officials advise anyone who ate the cucumbers and experiences symptoms to promptly contact a health care provider.
📰 Lifestyle
Ruby is available for adoption through Michele's Rescue during Pet Adoption Tuesday.
The pup spent her first 9 months in a dark basement but is now a loving, well-trained companion who would thrive best in a home with a fenced yard—rescue officials say she enjoys car rides, walks and playing with squeaky toys.
🏈 Sports
Kellogg Community College’s Bruins won the NJCAA Region XII tournament to earn their 10th trip to the World Series and mark consecutive appearances, finishing the season with a record of 38 to 13 after upsetting higher-ranked teams.
They will begin playing Southeastern CC on May 24 at 10 a.m. in Enid, Oklahoma—hoping to build on their success.
Readers of the Battle Creek Enquirer chose SIan Russell from Lakeview as the top corner infielder in high school baseball and Veronica Bir from Bronson as the best in softball—Maddox McCarty from Harper Creek and Gwen Beach from Marshall finished second.
The poll gathered votes from the community to name the B.O.B., the Best Of Battle Creek, in each sport.
🎉 Battle Creek Events
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Cereal City Classic 5k/10k Run/Walk
8:00-10:30 a.m. — Battle Creek Family YMCA — $25-$45 — Compete in a fun run/walk and earn a t-shirt by registering early!
Summer 2025 Communities of Practice
9 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Battle Creek Adult Education — Free entry — Enhance best practices in youth development for the upcoming summer season.
Oaklawn Pink Out the Park Night
6:35 – 9:00 p.m. — MCCU Field — $20 ticket package — Enjoy a night of baseball while supporting women's health initiatives with a special promotional package.
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