Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 3rd of September.
Good morning, Battle Creek.
🏘️ Community
Swift is up for adoption—through the Humane Society of West Michigan as part of Pet Adoption Tuesday—and she was seen giving a live kiss to Elliot during a recent photo shoot with her brother Kelce.
The Humane Society is also asking for emergency fosters to temporarily shelter pets during crises.
🎭 Culture
KCC Theatre announced its 2025–26 season at the Binda Performing Arts Center on North Ave in Battle Creek, featuring two mainstage productions and two student showcases.
Auditions for the fall murder-mystery 'Rehearsal for Murder' will be held Oct. 2–3 with shows on Nov. 14–16 and 21–23 while the spring musical 'Disaster!' has auditions on Dec. 4–5 and performances on March 6–8 and 13–15, and the annual 'Mich Mash' will appear on Dec. 12 and May 8.
📰 Economy
Today in West Michigan, gas prices are falling as the summer winds down, with rates expected to drop below $3.00 per gallon before drivers fill up this weekend—GasBuddy analyst Patrick De Haan noted a two-cent drop since Monday.
The cheaper fall gasoline blend is poised to lower demand and further reduce prices.
🌲 Environment
Calhoun County will hold hazardous waste collection events this fall at the Fairgrounds in Marshall on Sept.
15 and at Bailey Park in Battle Creek on Oct. 13, each running from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. Residents can drop off items like paint, batteries & chemicals while following safe disposal guidelines.
🏈 Sports
The Battle Creek Enquirer has opened an online poll until noon on Sept.
9th to name the Preseason Girls Swimmer of the Year from 13 top high school candidates—athletes from Harper Creek, Marshall, Lakeview and other local schools are set for breakout seasons as meets begin.
🎉 Battle Creek Events
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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.
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.
Battle Creek Punk Rock Flea Market
12-6 p.m. — Kellogg Arena — Free entry — A lively day filled with makers, artists, vendors, and music awaits at the punk rock-themed flea market.
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