Good morning, Battle Creek.

Honor Credit Union awarded $20,000 to 40 educators today, giving each a $500 digital gift card through its 17th Annual Teacher Awards program in 27 Michigan communities.

The award recognizes classroom contributions and ongoing support for teachers.

The Michigan DNR is releasing 7,300 farm-raised pheasants today for the fall hunting season in the Lower Peninsula while officials note the birds will not build a sustained wild population.

Michigan State Police will hold a prescription drug take back event on Oct.

24 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 31 state posts, offering residents a safe way to dispose of expired or unused pills — a key step to lower the risk of drug misuse.

The Enquirer's Best of Battle Creek series returns this fall to rank top defensive specialists in high school volleyball from Lakeview, Marshall, and Harper Creek – the weekly list will show which players stand out.

Marshall and Coldwater advanced to the boys soccer district finals after winning their semifinal matches on Monday, Oct.

19 in Battle Creek. Teams including Harper Creek and Pennfield played a physical style of soccer in the tournament.

Pennfield will induct five new members into its Hall of Fame during Friday’s varsity football game on Oct.

23. The event honors Greg Butzirus, Newt Callahan, Matthew Armock, DaWan Smith, and Ryne Petersen for their standout contributions to school sports.