Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 13th of August.
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🏘️ Community
Blain’s Farm & Fleet advises drivers to inspect tires, brakes, batteries and emergency supplies before school travel starts to prevent breakdowns during heavy back-to-school commutes.
They recommend checking oil, fluids and lights for safety today.
🎓 Education
Battle Creek Central High School students gain real-world banking experience when a student-run credit union branch opens Sept.
10; Battle Creek Public Schools partners with Marshall Community Credit Union to offer paid internships that teach deposit withdrawal, transfer and online banking skills during summer training.
🏥 Health
Taylor Farms recalled guacamole and dips on Aug.
9 due to possible salmonella contamination linked to jalapeños; local shoppers are urged to check product labels at their retailers. This recall affects items available across multiple states, including those sold here.
🏈 Sports
Gull Lake canceled varsity football for 2026 because of low participation, and the school district said the junior varsity team will continue practices and games starting Aug.
27 in local matchups.
Athens High School canceled its varsity football season (8-player division) on Wednesday because of low participation.
The school is exploring options for players as all scheduled games, including the Aug. 28 opener at Litchfield, were canceled.
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