Good morning, Battle Creek.

Bissell launched its new Pet Hair Eraser DualBrush vacuum that uses DualBrush Technology & a HEPA Sealed Allergen System to clear pet hair, dust and debris on floors and furniture.

It was updated yesterday and is now on sale for $249 at Amazon with a 17% discount.

Juneteenth will be celebrated as a federal and state holiday on Friday, June 19.

Federal and state offices, including courts, post offices and social security offices, will close to honor the end of slavery after the Civil War & recognize Black freedom.

Governor Whitmer created the Every Child Reads Champions Council to boost kids' literacy amid falling test scores.

The 16-member panel (experts from education, community organizing, business, and philanthropy) will announce appointments in August while applications remain open.

Veterinarians in West Michigan recommend that pet owners use tick prevention products and perform regular tick checks after tests show a 10% exposure rate among animals; they warn that Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses are a growing risk — especially in residential areas and dog parks.

Today, Battle Creek has a pollen count of 9.1 (medium-high) with warm, sunny weather, so allergy experts advise residents to plan indoor breaks during the early morning and early afternoon peaks.

They also suggest checking local pollen forecasts for any updates.

The final Michigan high school baseball rankings were released on May 28 (highlighting Escanaba, Springport and Ubly debuts) to set the stage for today’s playoffs across Divisions 1 through 4.

FireKeepers Casino Hotel extended its agreement to be the title sponsor for the NASCAR Cup Series race at Michigan International Speedway.

The race weekend will feature an ARCA race on June 5, a Truck Series race on June 6, and the Cup Series event on June 7.

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.

NexusCon

10 AM – 6 PM — Kellogg Arena — Free admission — A celebration of all things fandom with comics, toys, gaming, and more.

Father's Day Car Show

8 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Historic Charlton Park — Adults $5, Kids free — Celebrate Father's Day with a spectacular display of vintage cars and music in a historic setting.

Crushed Glass Resin Pour Workshop

6-8 p.m. — New Holland Brewing - Battle Creek Brewpub — $55 — Create your own custom crushed glass masterpiece with step-by-step guidance in a fun atmosphere.

7th Annual City Kids Day

12-5 p.m. — Kellogg Arena and Festival Market Square — Free admission — Celebrate summer with free activities, food, music, and fun for kids and families.