Good morning, Battle Creek.

Tower of Power is coming to FireKeepers Casino Hotel Event Center on Dec.

10 at 8 p.m. as part of its Holiday and Hits Tour. Tickets go on sale Sept. 12 at 10 a.m. and start at $19 (including fees).

The federal government will allow more imported lean beef at a lower-tariff rate starting Tuesday for 90 days in Cascade Township to boost consumer savings, though experts warn the move may not greatly impact grocery prices and could lower returns for local cattle farmers.

Hummingbirds have started migrating south from Michigan toward winter destinations (Mexico and Central America) as days shorten.

Males began leaving in mid-July, with females and young following, and the birds are set to return in late spring.

Battle Creek residents will face holiday service changes as Republic Services delays trash pickup and city offices remain closed for Labor Day — Full Blast Recreation Center will close Sept.

3—8 for maintenance while Flash Flood Waterpark operates with modified hours Sept. 5—7 and the annual Puppy Plunge is set for Sept. 12.

The Battle Creek Enquirer launched its 2026 Preseason Girls Cross Country Runner of the Year poll asking residents to vote for the top 10 local high school runners—votes will be accepted online until noon Sept.

10.

Dan Hasty wrapped up his final season as the play-by-play announcer for the West Michigan Whitecaps after 12 years, calling his last home game on Sunday — he will continue covering baseball for the Grand Rapids Gold and Rise while cherishing his lifelong passion for the sport.