Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 1st of October.
Good morning, Battle Creek.
🎓 Education
Kellogg Community College will mark 70 years of music education with a season-long series of concerts and events in Battle Creek, including anniversary performances, alumni gatherings plus a campuswide concert.
🏥 Health
Eligible Michigan residents who purchased ACA coverage through HealthCare.gov may receive $500 refund checks in October due to overcharged user fees + nearly 497,000 enrollees for 2026 coverage are set to benefit if they meet income guidelines.
🏈 Sports
Marshall high school football holds a 6 a.m. practice today at Rich Hulkow Field to build team unity and free up after-school time for study.
Parents serve breakfast to help players start the season energized.
Bill Broderick of the Enquirer released his Week 6 high school football picks for local games in Battle Creek, predicting Harper Creek to beat Coldwater & Kalamazoo Central to edge Battle Creek Central.
He also forecast wins for Hastings and Colon and provided detailed score predictions for each matchup.
Battle Creek readers are invited to vote for the top high school volleyball outside hitter as part of the Enquirer poll, with local coaches offering nominations and voting open until 5 p.m. on Monday.
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