Good morning, Battle Creek.

WK Kellogg Co donated $100,000 to the Battle Creek Housing Fund today to speed up the creation and rehabilitation of 1,000 housing units by 2035 + boost affordable living in the community.

The investment joins local partners working to strengthen housing options and economic stability.

Downtown Battle Creek showcases the largest Underground Railroad monument in the country + a sculpture marking a historic stop where locals risked safety to help hundreds escape slavery.

The exhibit educates visitors about a once-secret network that shaped our community.

Severe weather left 84,477 customers without power at 7:30 a.m. Thursday, and overnight, Consumers Energy restored power to over 50,000 customers statewide while crews repaired damage as additional storms threatened the region.

An administrative law judge recommended that Consumers Energy cancel its plan to sell 13 aging dams to an out-of-state firm for cost-saving, saying the move risks public safety.

The Michigan Public Service Commission will review the proposal and accept objections until July 1.

Health experts advise Battle Creek residents to review cooling shelter locations and prepare an emergency plan as severe weather approaches—guidance includes staying hydrated, limiting outdoor activities, and checking on vulnerable neighbors.

Battle Creek high school softball players are in the running for the Readers Choice award as the poll opens now.

Voters must cast their online vote by 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 17.

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.

Vibe @ 5 Concert Series

5-7:30 p.m. — Friendship Park — Free entry — Enjoy regional performers playing live tunes in a variety of genres at this community concert series.