Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 18th of June.
Good morning, Battle Creek.
The Calhoun County Emergency Preparedness Fair will run June 27 from noon to 4 p.m. at Kellogg Community College’s Lane Thomas Building in Battle Creek, offering CPR training, safety demos, child activities, and a free hot dog lunch provided by The Salvation Army.
No one matched all winning numbers in Tuesday, June 16 Mega Millions drawing in Michigan, pushing the jackpot to over $450 million+ The next drawing is scheduled for Friday, June 19 at 11 p.m.
Michigan officials began enforcing movement restrictions on warm-blooded animals from states with New World screwworm on June 17 to protect local livestock and pets.
The parasite remains absent in Michigan while cases are active in Texas and New Mexico.
Michigan Department of Agriculture is blocking animal imports from infested areas in Texas and New Mexico (other shipments now require a veterinary inspection) to protect local livestock.
MDARD Director Tim Boring said the measures will remain in effect during this heightened period.
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.
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