Good morning, Battle Creek.

Three months after the deadly Union City tornado, Sandy Hoyt is clearing debris and planning to rebuild her home on Prairie Rose Lane — she and her neighbors aim to return to Union Lake by year’s end.

Battle Creek draws summer road-trip visitors with a blend of cereal history and local heritage — the National Cereal Festival takes place Saturday, June 13 from 8 a.m. to noon downtown while nearby museums and parks offer family-friendly attractions.

KCCU awarded $1,000 scholarships to 13 graduating seniors who excelled in academics + community involvement; the awards help cover tuition for college or trade school.

The announcement recognized the students’ future plans and success.

Gov. Whitmer ordered U.S. and Michigan flags to be at half-staff Saturday to honor former state senator Joe Schwarz, whose funeral was held at St. Philip Catholic Church in Battle Creek.

Flags were lowered at public buildings and the Capitol Complex until sunset.

Al Hamilton has been named the new head boys basketball coach at Battle Creek Central and he aims to bring back the glory days—drawing on coaching stints at Redford Thurston High School, Ferris State University and Madonna University to develop young talent.

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.