Good morning, Battle Creek.

SpartanNash, a West Michigan grocery chain from Byron Township, is set to merge with New Hampshire-based C&S Wholesale Grocers in a $1.77 billion deal that will take effect near the end of 2025—this merger will form a company with nearly 60 distribution centers supporting 10,000 independent retailers and over 200 corporate stores while needing regulatory and shareholder approval.

Consumers Energy set summer rates on June 1 that will run until Sept.

30—weekday peak hours from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. cost 23 cents per kilowatt-hour while other times cost 18 cents, and customers can lower bills by using smart thermostats, pre-cooling their homes, and joining the Critical Peak Pricing Program for credits on avoided usage.

Residents in Battle Creek can follow guidance for packing an emergency go-bag—a portable kit with essentials like a first aid kit, water, nonperishable food, medications and flashlights—to be prepared for severe weather, power outages or regional unrest.

In May, Calhoun County home listings dropped to a median price of $237,000 — down 1.8% from April and 9.3% from May last year.

The median home measured 1,633 square feet and stayed on the market for 43 days — less than the national median of 51 days.

Michigan State Armwrestling Championships 2025

11 a.m. - 8 p.m. — Kellogg Arena — Weigh-ins on Friday and Saturday — Watch the best arm wrestlers in Michigan face off in an exciting competition.

City Kids Day

12-5 p.m. — Kellogg Arena — Free admission — A fun-filled event for families featuring games, music, and activities for kids in Battle Creek.

Battle Creek Field of Flight Air Show & Balloon Festival

8 p.m. – 1:29 a.m. — Battle Creek Executive Airport — Tickets available now — Experience aerial thrills with spectacular pyrotechnics and stunning night shows at North America’s largest air and balloon festival.

Vibe @ 5 Concert Series

5-7:30 p.m. — Friendship Park — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of live music in Downtown Battle Creek's vibrant social scene.

Vibe@5 – Toppermost Concert Series

5-7:30 p.m. — Friendship Park — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of live music in Downtown Battle Creek's lively social district.

Taco and Tequila Festival

3-8 p.m. — Festival Market Square — Cost varies — Michigan's Original Taco & Tequila Festival returns with larger festivities and flavors.