Good morning, Battle Creek.

Two Battle Creek daycare educators will soon receive rent-free housing through the First Home, First Teacher program (a partnership with several local groups).

The program aims to ease financial burdens and support 30% of the early childhood workforce over the next 20 years.

Battle Creek Community Foundation transferred ownership of the Kool Family Community Center to Comprehensive Senior Care Corporation last Thursday — ensuring aging adults continue to receive vital programs and gym memberships remain unchanged.

A three-year grant will support ongoing community services.

Bissell launched its new Pet Hair Eraser DualBrush designed to clean pet hair, kibble, and dust with DualBrush Technology.

The upright vacuum, priced under $299 and featuring a detachable pod and HEPA Sealed Allergen System, is available now for pet owners looking for a simpler cleanup.

Gas prices statewide dropped 21¢ this week+ average cost is now $4.17 per gallon.

In southwest Michigan, Calhoun County is at $4.03 and offers Battle Creek drivers lower rates than Ann Arbor and Flint.

Calhoun County launched an AI assistant called Callie today to answer non-emergency calls instantly (handling 45 languages) so telecommunicators can focus on 911 emergencies.

The new system serves more than 133,000 residents and speeds up routine responses.

Michigan awarded $247,561.34 to Battle Creek's Captain Oscar Brady American Legion Post 298 from its $3.7M Veterans Nonprofit Improvement Grant program on Monday, June 8 to support facility upgrades for local veteran services.

Battle Creek residents can share housing feedback by completing an online survey through June 30 or by attending an in-person meeting on June 25 at the Department of Public Works — their input will guide the city's Housing Strategy Action Plan.

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.