Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 23rd of June.
Good morning, Battle Creek.
🎭 Culture
The Battle Creek Regional History Museum will host its fourth annual Del Shannon concert on June 26 from 7-10 p.m. at the W.K.
Kellogg Auditorium; proceeds will fund future music exhibits (featuring tribute acts Glad All Over and Rob Carter).
🎓 Education
The Michigan Department of Education announced a four-step plan to help students with disabilities receive stronger support through more time in general education classrooms.
The Board of Education formed a bipartisan Special Education Committee that will visit local school districts to gather input for future policies.
🏛️ Government
Michigan gubernatorial candidate John James defended his record after Perry Johnson’s ad accused him of backing a vehicle kill switch mandate.
He clarified he voted against an amendment on a spending bill + stated he never supported the mandate, fueling a dispute in the race.
🏈 Sports
Brutus 'The Bat Dog' will retire after this season with the Battle Jacks; fans can watch him perform his bat-retrieving act during his final home games on June 29, July 25, July 26, Aug.
1, Aug. 2 and Aug. 6 at MCCU Field.
🎉 Battle Creek Events
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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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