Good morning, Battle Creek.

America’s 250th anniversary is celebrated with Field of Flight at the Battle Creek Executive Airport from July 1-5 — offering air shows, hot air balloons, concerts and fireworks.

Residents can also attend Oaklawn’s Pet, Bike and Wagon Parade on July 4 at Marshall Fountain Circle for creative, patriotic fun.

Juneteenth Family Day runs June 19 to 20 with food, music, and fun.

It starts at 5 p.m. June 19 at Washington Heights United Methodist Church (153 N. Wood St.) showing a movie, while on June 20, Claude Evans Park (320 N. Washington Ave.) hosts games.

The Battle Creek Chorus installed its new leadership team and recognized members with awards at a June 1 ceremony in southwest Michigan — the group now rehearses at Life in Christ Ministries Church and celebrates 67 years of musical community.

Gas prices in West Michigan may remain below $4 a gallon this summer after oil prices dropped following a U.S.-Iran deal over the weekend; recent averages from local counties are lower, but analysts say it might take up to a year for prices to return to pre-war levels.

Four graduating high school seniors won the 2026 LAFCU Write to Educate essay contest by proposing solutions to local challenges; winners Drew Coleman, Sebastian Madlangbayan, Lauren Richey and Matthew Wang received $5,000 scholarships each + LAFCU will donate $500 to a charity of each winner's choice.

Battle Creek officials will treat aquatic vegetation at Goguac Lake near Willard Beach today — the treatment will close swimming areas and restrict water access for 24 hours, with the area expected to reopen at noon tomorrow.

The FBI warned Microsoft 365 users about a phishing scam named Kali365 that sent fake emails with a device code so hackers could access accounts.

Local users in Battle Creek are urged to check suspicious messages and follow security tips from Microsoft (and the FBI) to protect their accounts.

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.

Vince Gill Concert

8 p.m. — FireKeepers Casino Hotel — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of beautiful country music with Vince Gill.