Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 4th of July.
Good morning, Battle Creek.
Michigan Army National Guard will reintroduce about 300 Mitchell's satyr butterflies at Fort Custer Training Center in Augusta to revive the fen habitat; the federally endangered species is part of a conservation project that may set a precedent for military wildlife efforts.
MSU horticulture professor Bert Cregg says young and newly planted trees need a thorough watering once a week & two to three inches of mulch during heat waves to keep the soil moist, while established trees handle the heat better.
Residents should check for stress signs like dropped leaves.
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.
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