Good morning, Battle Creek.

ProTec will open a second facility in Battle Creek today using a $300,000 state grant and create at least 50 jobs paying $25 per hour with benefits — nearly $4 above the regional wage.

The expansion will draw $3 million in capital and tap into local manufacturing talent — boosting the company’s reach in Michigan.

Battle Creek police warned residents today about an email scam that sends fraudulent rezoning invoices from what appears to be an official city account—two reports have been received and officials advise contacting police or Silent Observer if suspicious emails appear.

Calhoun County deputies arrested a 28-year-old Battle Creek man—whose Springfield home linked him to items stolen on Monday—on Tuesday after he was caught breaking into vehicles at a dealership on W Dickman Road while another suspect fled.

A guided bird walk is scheduled for Sept.

13 at the W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary from 9 to 10:30 a.m.—participants will meet at the Resource Center building and then head to Wintergreen Lake to see migratory birds and learn how insects support their journey. The event requires registration with a group size between four and 20 and fees that range from $4 for children to $8 for non-member adults.

Bronson Healthcare opened a new OB-GYN office at 363 Fremont St., Suite 305 next to Bronson Battle Creek Hospital to improve access and reduce wait times.

Providers from its Capital Avenue office will also treat patients there — making care more efficient for local residents.

The Battle Creek Enquirer asked local soccer fans to vote for the Preseason Boys Soccer Player of the Year by selecting from 18 high school players.

The online poll is open until noon on Aug 27—readers can help choose a breakout star for the season.

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.