Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 18th of August.
Good morning, Battle Creek.
A 60-year-old man from Clarendon Township died when his motorcycle crashed in Eckford Township Saturday afternoon—deputies arrived at 3:14 p.m. and first responders could not revive him as investigators seek tips from witnesses.
An Amtrak train near Battle Creek had a mechanical problem at 7:14 p.m. Friday — leaving passengers stuck until buses from 11 Mile Road and E Drive North picked them up.
Many passengers became very upset and had to jump from the train as emergency crews helped them off after midnight.
Kellogg Community College earned national praise for its affordability and career readiness when a WalletHub report ranked it second in Michigan and 16th nationwide as of Aug.
12—registration for the fall semester is open with classes beginning Aug. 25.
Chris Voegler won the Calhoun County Amateur Golf Tournament at Binder Park Golf Course in Battle Creek on Sunday when a clutch shot on the final hole gave him a one-shot win (his second title) over Paul Koski.
Bill Engvall Live Performance
8:00 – 9:30 PM — FireKeepers Casino Hotel — Tickets from $261 — Experience an evening of laughter with comedian Bill Engvall at a lively venue.
Fishing with Kalamazoo Valley Trout Unlimited
5-8 p.m. — Handmap Brewing — Free entry — Make new friends and learn to fish with expert mentoring and equipment provided.
Alive and Running VA 5K Fun Run/Walk
1-4 p.m. — 5500 Armstrong Rd, Battle Creek, MI — Entry fee required — Participate in a fun 5K run/walk with both live and virtual options for everyone.
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