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Thursday, May 21st, 2026
Good morning, Battle Creek. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 21st of May.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Barbecue staples in Battle Creek have reached record high prices this season as cost comparisons to last year show noticeable increases that may impact backyard cookouts + shoppers are urged to check current rates to budget accordingly. Battle Creek Enquirer
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Battle Creek received a $3,300 EGLE grant to fund its volunteer stream cleanup program from June to September, with the grant used to buy essential equipment for clearing local waterways. The effort aims to boost water quality and promote environmental stewardship in the community. 102.7 WFAT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Michigan residents traveling over Memorial Day weekend to Canada should prepare for border wait times due to holiday traffic, according to CBP, with delays likely at Detroit, Port Huron, and Sault Ste. Marie crossings (May 23–25). Drivers are advised to keep travel documents handy to speed up the process. Battle Creek Enquirer
- ➤ The Memorial Day Program of Remembrance is scheduled for May 24 at 2 p.m. at Fort Custer National Cemetery in Augusta. Community members will also help place flags on veterans’ graves on May 23 beginning at 8 a.m. Battle Creek Enquirer
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Kellogg CC baseball will open its NJCAA Division II World Series play on Sunday, May 24 in Enid, Oklahoma, after earning a first-round bye on Saturday, May 23. The Bruins, ranked No. 1 for the first time and returning for the third straight year, are set to compete for a national title. Battle Creek Enquirer
- ➤ The Enquirer's Best Of Battle Creek series now features top high school outfielders, including nominees (from local schools) such as Blake Brown of Gull Lake and Kai Brown of Climax-Scotts/St. Philip, with online polls ending at noon Tuesday. Battle Creek Enquirer
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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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