Good morning, Battle Creek.

Michigan law does not set a legal age for leaving children home alone—parents must judge a child's maturity and plan for safety measures as summer vacation nears.

Firefighters battled heavy smoke and flames at Bailey Park Thriftway near Battle Creek Saturday night, working for about 10 1/2 hours to control the blaze at the 60-year-old market while officials investigated the cause.

The Quality Inn Hotel in Battle Creek received the prestigious 2025 Platinum Award from Choice Hotels International.

The award — given to the top 3% of the brand based on guest satisfaction and service — shows the hotel's commitment to quality.

Emmett Township police arrested a suspect with outstanding felony warrants on Friday after a search of a home on East Columbia Avenue near Main Street uncovered two suspected IEDs and several firearms—Battle Creek Bomb Squad safely removed the devices and officials said there is no ongoing public threat.

Alan Trammell told Brad Galli at the Detroit Sports Spectacular in Novi that the 2025 Tigers are 'for real' after lean years—he added he is still waiting for Lou Whitaker to join the Hall of Fame.

Mary Free Bed athletes gathered on a golf course yesterday to raise funds for wheelchair and adaptive sports programs that help young athletes.

Former athlete Gabe Denbraber and organizer Chris Kommer said the event gave kids a chance to reach their full potential—supporting a program that has thrived for over 40 years.

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.

Beach Day Painting Party

6:00-8:30 p.m. — New Holland Brewing - Battle Creek Brewpub — $38.00 — Enjoy a fun paint and sip session under the guidance of a local artist.

Michigan State Armwrestling Championships 2025

11 a.m. - 8 p.m. — Kellogg Arena — Weigh-ins on Friday and Saturday — Watch the best arm wrestlers in Michigan face off in an exciting competition.

City Kids Day

12-5 p.m. — Kellogg Arena — Free admission — A fun-filled event for families featuring games, music, and activities for kids in Battle Creek.