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Battle Creek
Friday, July 11th, 2025
Good morning, Battle Creek. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of July.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Battle Creek city officials welcomed Ferrero after its planned acquisition of W.K. Kellogg Co., saying the company has long supported the community. Interim City Manager Ted Dearing and Mayor Mark Behnke expect Ferrero to keep Battle Creek as the North America cereal headquarters + build a strong long‐term relationship locally. Battle Creek Enquirer
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Battle Creek Police are investigating a fatal shooting that happened late Wednesday night when a 23-year-old man received multiple gunshot wounds in the 100 block of South Burdge Street — officers say the suspect fled the scene and they request any tips from the public. 102.7 WFAT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ MPSC approved two new electric transmission lines Thursday. One line will run 55 miles from the Michigan-Indiana border in Gilead Township through Branch County to a substation in Calhoun County — the approval activates eminent domain for land acquisition amid local objections. 102.7 WFAT
- ➤ A boil water advisory is in effect today along Columbia Avenue between Wa Wee Nork Drive and La Vista Boulevard—residents must boil water for 2 minutes before drinking it while bathing water remains safe, and officials expect testing results to confirm water quality soon. WOOD TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Battle Creek readers can vote online for the Best of the 21st Century in boys sports at St. Philip as the Enquirer announced an alphabetical list of candidates from graduates between 2000 to 2025; the poll will close on July 16. Battle Creek Enquirer
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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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New Wave Festival: Music, Art & Mystics
12 PM - 12 AM — Leila Arboretum Society — Kids get in FREE — A vibrant celebration of creativity, culture, and connection with music, art, and mysticism.
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176th Calhoun County Fair
All day — Calhoun County Fairgrounds — Check website for pricing — Experience a week of fun with grandstand events, crafts, and entertainment for the whole family.
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