Good morning, Battle Creek.

Battle Creek's Field of Flight welcomes thousands during a five-day event at the Executive Airport — featuring air shows, hot air balloons, fireworks, and themed celebrations for America’s 250th birthday — as organizers enhance heat precautions with hydration stations and on-site medical aid amid forecast 90-degree temperatures.

Southwest Michigan First has selected Jennifer Owens as its new CEO, and she will start on Aug.

17. Owens led Lakeshore Advantage in Holland since 2014 and previously served as vice president at the organization and Michigan Economic Development Corporation, following Jonas Peterson's departure in February.

A couple of Michigan laws ended the essay part of the Michigan Merit Examination for upperclassmen on Tuesday.

Representative Tom Kunse said the change comes because many public colleges no longer require the scores — education groups supported the move.

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is asking residents to report wild turkey sightings via an online survey (open through Aug.

31) to help track turkey reproduction and movement in all counties. Citizen reports will aid biologists in building a long-term dataset on turkey populations.

On Tuesday, June 30, the Mega Millions drawing in Michigan saw no winner and the jackpot climbed to over $540 million.

The next drawing is set for Friday, July 3 at 11 p.m., with tickets available until 10:45 p.m.

Michigan health officials (MDHHS) are investigating a cyclosporiasis outbreak that sickened over 170 residents since June 22; they urge careful washing of produce as infections spread across 17 counties.

The Battle Creek Enquirer begins its Reader’s Choice vote for high school male athlete of the year today — local students from Pennfield, Harper Creek, and Battle Creek Central are competing.

Voters have until Tuesday, July 7 to cast ballots and add write-in names.

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.

Vibe @ 5 Concert Series

5-7:30 p.m. — Friendship Park — Free entry — Enjoy regional performers playing live tunes in this vibrant community concert series.