Tuesday, July 1st, 2025
Good morning, Battle Creek. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 1st of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An inmate attempted to escape custody while receiving treatment for a hand injury at a Calhoun County hospital just before 8:00 a.m. on Sunday, and deputies & a Battle Creek police officer captured him minutes later, with additional charges pending for resisting and obstructing and assaulting a corrections officer. 102.7 WFAT
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Vibe @ 5 Concert Series
5-7:30 p.m. — Friendship Park — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant evening of live music in Downtown Battle Creek's Social District.
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PAWS Classic Golf Outing
8 AM – 4 PM — Binder Park Golf Course — Fundraiser — Come Par-Tee to support Paws With A Cause and enjoy meeting wonderful dogs raised by volunteers.
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Battle Creek Scavenger Hunt Adventure
12-9 p.m. — Downtown Battle Creek — Ticket required — Embark on a quirky scavenger hunt uncovering the hidden gems of Cereal City.
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