Good morning, Battle Creek.

On Aug. 2, the Whack For Warmth golf fundraiser will be held at Cedar Creek Golf Course at 14000 Renton Road with registration beginning at 7 a.m. and a shotgun start at 8 a.m. The event costs $400 per four-person team and will support Community Action of South Central Michigan’s Emergency Assistance Program that helps families in Barry, Branch, Calhoun, Kalamazoo and St. Joseph counties — registrations and sponsorships are due by July 25.

Lawmakers and local advocates have proposed legislation to require water safety lessons in Michigan schools after about 100 drownings occur on the Great Lakes each year — the bill is in early stages in the House and Senate and supporters hope the curriculum will be adopted by next fall.

Advocates in West Michigan met to discuss proposed changes to Medicaid under the 'One Big Beautiful Bill' passed by the House but awaiting Senate review.

The changes could reduce coverage for about 30% of beneficiaries and cost the state $1.1 billion annually—adding pressure on hospitals and nursing homes.

Harper Creek won the All-City boys golf tournament at Cedar Creek Golf Course on May 22, led by senior Joey Mario who repeated as match medalist and helped set a new school record with a team score of (291) that beat the previous mark of (302).

Coach Tony Evans praised the players' effort and noted that the team's top five finishes secured its fourth straight city championship.

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.

Cheetah Chase 5K

6:30-10 a.m. — Binder Park Zoo — Registration required — Experience a thrilling 5K race through scenic zoo paths alongside exotic animals.