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Tuesday, October 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Battle Creek. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of October.
DRINK NEWS
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GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Daylight Saving Time will end on November 2—residents in Battle Creek should set their clocks back one hour before bed on November 1 as days grow shorter. This change will adjust the time for sunrise and sunset accordingly. Battle Creek Enquirer
- ➤ Calhoun County Senior Services awarded $27K in mini grants—10 programs received funding to help older adults with meals, music, gardening and cultural events. The grants, ranging from $2,500 to $4,000, came after 11 applications were reviewed. Battle Creek Enquirer
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ During Fire Prevention Week from Oct. 5 to Oct. 11, local safety officials urge residents to buy, charge and recycle lithium-ion batteries properly to reduce fire risks. They recommend using manufacturer cords, charging on a hard surface—avoiding overcharging—and recycling batteries through approved centers. FOX 17
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The West Michigan Whitecaps were named Minor League Baseball Organization of the Year for 2025 after finishing a season that included winning their 7th Midwest League Championship (a 92 to 39 record) and drawing the highest attendance in 25 years. Team officials said the award recognizes both their on-field success and strong community engagement. FOX 17
- ➤ The Battle Creek Enquirer, presented by Bronson Battle Creek Hospital, invites readers to vote by Wednesday at 5 p.m. for the top high school boys sports performer from Sept. 29 to Oct. 4 — nominees include Christian Ayres of Harper Creek Boys Cross Country, Alex LaFleur of Harper Creek Football/Soccer, Royale Fleming of Coldwater Football, and Braylen McCoy of Battle Creek Central Football — and the winner will be featured in Sunday’s spotlight story. Battle Creek Enquirer
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Time magnifies the margin between success and failure. It will multiply whatever you feed it.
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