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Battle Creek
Tuesday, August 5th, 2025
Good morning, Battle Creek. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Luke Terpstra, a 31-year-old man from Grant, Michigan, was sentenced on July 31 to three years in federal prison for building homemade explosive devices meant to attack The Satanic Temple in Salem—he said he disposed of the devices after realizing they could harm innocent people and must also pay a fine and restitution while serving supervised release. Battle Creek Enquirer
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Marshall Township Fire Department moved into its new station at 13550 15 Mile Road—acquired by the board from MAEDA—to boost equipment space, training capacity, and response times using state funds rather than local tax dollars. The facility, located within two miles of most residents, also supports nearby road and hydrant improvements linked to Ford’s project. Battle Creek Enquirer
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ High school football schedules for 2025 have been released for local teams including Battle Creek Central, Harper Creek, Lakeview, Pennfield, St. Philip, and Marshall. The games run from late August through October—readers can get more details from Bill Broderick at the Enquirer. Battle Creek Enquirer
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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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Vibe @ 5 Concert Series
5-7:30 p.m. — Friendship Park — Free entry — Enjoy free outdoor concerts in Downtown Battle Creek’s vibrant Social District.
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10th Annual Battle Creek Caribbean Festival
6-11 p.m. — The Base Bar & Grill — Enjoy a vibrant taste of the Caribbean with music and delicious food.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The chains of habit are too light to be felt until they are too heavy to be broken.
~ Benjamin Franklin
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