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Battle Creek
Saturday, August 30th, 2025
Good morning, Battle Creek. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 30th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Battle Creek doctor who ran Parkside Medical will pay over $700,000 to settle a federal lawsuit after prosecutors accused him of prescribing opioids and benzodiazepines to patients who did not need them—actions that led him to surrender his DEA registration and lose his medical licenses. 102.7 WFAT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Harper Creek Community Schools named their outdoor athletic complex the Ed Greenman Athletic Facility on August 28 to honor former coach and principal Ed Greenman—who led the football program to 18 playoff appearances and 11 conference championships during his 30-year career. The district also dedicated the driveway between the high and middle schools as Matt Byrne Way to recognize longtime manager Matt Byrne. Battle Creek Enquirer
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ School buses are back on the roads as local schools have resumed and drivers must stop when red lights flash and stop arms extend—violators face fines from $100 to $500 and may be subject to jail time if children are injured. Officials stress that these strict penalties help keep children safe when boarding or leaving buses. Battle Creek Enquirer
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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.
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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.
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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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