Good morning, Battle Creek.

Battle Creek resident Lesley Lux received four threatening letters in March claiming he owed more than $1,000 in taxes, but his tax preparer confirmed the letters were scams—prompting him to warn others to verify any similar documents with official sources.

Fifty years after his presidency began, Gerald Ford expanded NOAA Weather Radio in 1975 to warn Americans of severe weather, and today the system helps keep West Michigan residents safe—local banks helped put receivers in schools.

The Solon Township Fire Department received a new fire engine with touchscreen controls and a smart nozzle two months ago that cost about $870K — the township funded the purchase with ARPA money and $200K from Kent County.

The department is also set to acquire a new rescue truck and sell its older Ford unit as part of its modernization plan.

Amtrak will shut down its Wolverine and Blue Water routes from September 15 to 19 for track improvements — work in Augusta and Michigan City — and Senator McCann said the short notice leaves riders and rail workers with few options.

Local high school girls cross country teams in Battle Creek have started their season with the Harper Creek Invitational opening early events and the Lakeview Invitational set for Sept.

6. Coaches from schools including Marshall, Pennfield and St. Philip expect strong competition at the All-City Meet on Oct. 7 and regionals on Oct. 24 to 25 with state finals scheduled for Nov. 1.

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.