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Monday, June 9th, 2025

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Good morning, Battle Creek. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 9th of June.

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • License plate cameras in West Michigan are sparking privacy and immigration concerns as local law enforcement agencies review who can access camera data—Kalamazoo has stopped sharing its footage with external partners while Grand Rapids police deny using the system for immigration-related investigations.  FOX 17

SPORTS NEWS

  • Samantha Wagner won her first Epson Tour event at the FireKeepers Casino Hotel Championship at Battle Creek Country Club on June 8th. She rallied in the final round with a 65 — finishing two shots ahead of Sophia Schubert and reaching a three-day total of 13-under par.  Battle Creek Enquirer

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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!

    Sat, 6/14/25

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  • 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.

    Mon, 6/16/25

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  • 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.

    Fri, 6/20/25

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  • 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.

    Sat, 6/21/25

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  • 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.

    Tue, 6/24/25

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  • 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.

    Sat, 6/28/25

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  • 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.

    Sun, 6/29/25

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  • Battle Creek Field of Flight Air Show & Balloon Festival

    8 p.m. – 1:29 a.m. — Battle Creek Executive Airport — Tickets available now — Experience aerial thrills with spectacular pyrotechnics and stunning night shows at North America’s largest air and balloon festival.

    Sat, 7/5/25

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

You can't wait for inspiration. You have to go after it with a club.

~ Jack London

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