Good morning, Battle Creek.

Yesterday, the Battle Creek Fire Department responded at 10:20 a.m. to a fire at Big Boy Restaurant on West Columbia Avenue—staff evacuated all occupants while firefighters worked to extinguish the flames and clear heavy smoke, no injuries were reported, and the restaurant will be closed temporarily for repairs as the fire origin remains under investigation.

Regional gas prices dropped from $3.09 to $3.05 per gallon for regular fuel last week according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration — prices in the Midwest were 3.6% lower than the national average and 9% lower than a year ago.

A Battle Creek manufacturer, Bleistahl North America, has agreed to pay $2.3M to settle allegations that it falsely certified having no more than 300 employees to qualify for a PPP loan — the settlement resolves the claims without a determination of liability.

Calhoun County invites local organizations to apply for opioid prevention, harm reduction, treatment and recovery programs using $600,000 from settlement funds; eligible applicants must have a primary office in the county.

Applications will be due by August 8 with funding decisions expected by the end of August—grants will start on October 1.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Vibe @ 5 Concert Series

5-7:30 p.m. — Friendship Park — Free entry — Enjoy live music in a vibrant social setting at Downtown Battle Creek's Friendship Park.

Whack For Warmth Golf Outing Fundraiser

7 AM – 4 PM — Cedar Creek Golf Course — Fundraiser details available — Play golf to support heating assistance for local households.