Good morning, Battle Creek.

ITC will use helicopters to inspect transmission lines and equipment from Sept.

8 through Nov. 13 across the Lower Peninsula. The scheduled flights support routine maintenance and vegetation monitoring (weather permitting) in multiple counties.

Clara's on the River, a 34-year fixture in Battle Creek, will close on Sept.

6 due to rising costs and national chain competition — it will hold a final brunch this Sunday to give locals a last chance to say goodbye.

The Palisades power plant in Covert Township is loading nuclear fuel to restart operations after being shut since 2022 (Holtec Nuclear Corporation said this); the plant will undergo inspections and tests before a new restart date is set.

Calhoun County 911 now can view live security footage from 52 schools during emergencies, allowing dispatchers to guide first responders and bolster school safety (the system was launched with federal grant support).

Local sports fans can vote online for the top high school boys cross country runner listed by the Battle Creek Enquirer.

The poll, which features 10 athletes from area schools, is open until noon on Sept. 11.