Good morning, Battle Creek.

Patrick De Haan, who appears weekly as GasBuddy on FOX 17, began tracking local fuel prices in Michigan while attending Junior Achievement programs and driving between Grand Rapids and Allendale.

He plans to monitor market shifts through the summer—his work has grown into a global app service saving drivers billions.

Construction for the new $25-million Fire Station #2 begins after a groundbreaking held Thursday at 201 North Washington Avenue (Cereal City) in Battle Creek.

City leaders and fire department officials marked this milestone as part of a broader fire station improvements initiative.

Lakeview's Lilamae Frank and Harper Creek's DJ Wood were named the Battle Creek Enquirer 2026 Athletes of the Year on Friday, June 26 + the local paper recognized their standout athletic performance.

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.

Vibe @ 5 Concert Series

5-7:30 p.m. — Friendship Park — Free entry — Enjoy regional performers playing popular live tunes in a festive community atmosphere.

Leilapalooza Music Festival

All day — Leila Arboretum Society — $5 parking — Experience a vibrant one-day festival with 60+ bands across 6 stages set in a beautiful arboretum.