Good morning, Battle Creek.

West Michigan families can access free breakfast and lunch for children this summer through the state's Meet Up and Eat Up Summer Meals program+ offered at dozens of locations to support nutritious meals during the break.

Albion, North Branch, and Monroe will share nearly $6.82 million from MEDC to boost new housing and business spaces.

Albion gets $5 million for 21 homes and six commercial spaces downtown + North Branch will redevelop a closed hardware store while Monroe converts a vacant building.

City employees logged over 1,000 miles in the North Country Trail Association's Hike 100 Challenge in 2025.

Five hikers reached the 100-mile goal while exploring local trails at home and beyond + some even completed the Mackinac Bridge Walk.

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.