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Battle Creek
Wednesday, July 9th, 2025
Good morning, Battle Creek. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cow Tail is a two-month-old female puppy available for adoption through the Humane Society of West Michigan. The Society is running its Empty the Shelters campaign from July 8-12 — adoption fees are lowered to $70 for dogs six months and older and $25 for cats and small animals while dog obedience classes are open. FOX 17
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Ford said Tuesday its Marshall EV battery plant — 60% complete and set to employ 1,700 workers — will qualify for production tax credits after tax rules were revised, and it will start making batteries in 2026 using Chinese technology. Battle Creek Enquirer
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City contractor crews begin local rehabilitation work today on several roads by milling and paving surfaces, upgrading sidewalk ramps and pavement markings—improvements will also be made at the wastewater plant and airport access road as crews work from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. until Oct. 31. Neighbors will get door hangers with 24-hour notice before further work begins. City of Battle Creek
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Cherry season at Grange Fruit Farm is winding down as families picked cherries Tuesday morning despite concerns from an earlier hailstorm—visitors enjoy the experience and the fresh fruit. The farm will offer raspberries this weekend, blueberries soon and peaches by the end of July to expand pick-your-own opportunities. FOX 17
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Kalamazoo Growlers signed former MLB All-Star Brandon Inge to a one-day contract to coach on Thursday, July 10 at Homer Stryker Field when they face the Battle Creek Battle Jacks. Inge will set the starting lineup, coach first base and lead game preparation—he will also sign autographs and host a meet & greet after the game. 102.7 WFAT
- ➤ The Battle Creek Enquirer announced its Reader’s Choice high school athlete awards—winners include Clark Erwin from Marshall, Sade Blackwell from Lakeview, Tessa Cothron from Gull Lake, Gabriella Melges and Carter Hughes from Lakeview, Journey Sample from BC Central, Maddox McCarty from Harper Creek, Brevin Bailey from Pennfield and Anya Rankin from Lakeview—after poll deadlines from June 16 to July 7. Battle Creek Enquirer
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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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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.
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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.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Nature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished.
~ Lao Tzu
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