Tuesday, December 3rd, 2024
Good morning, Battle Creek. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 3rd of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Randy Fox, while on a Thanksgiving fishing trip, heroically rescued two individuals from a car that had plunged into the Kalamazoo River in Albion, Michigan. FOX 17
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The Battle Creek Fire Department swiftly controlled a house fire on Bowen Avenue on Nov. 29, resulting in no injuries and an estimated $31,000 in damages. City of Battle Creek
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Righteous Brothers will perform their Lovin' Feelin' Farewell Tour at FireKeepers Casino Event Center on Feb. 28, with tickets available from Dec. 14. Battle Creek Enquirer
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Michigan addresses a significant firefighter shortage through new proposals and local efforts like Warren's cadet program, aiming to improve safety and response times. FOX 17
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The 2024-25 high school girls basketball schedules for the Battle Creek area have been released, featuring games for BCC, Lakeview, Harper Creek, Pennfield, and St. Philip among others. Battle Creek Enquirer
- ➤ The Battle Creek Enquirer highlighted eight top high school girls basketball players to watch in the 2024-25 season, showcasing talents from various schools in the readership area. Battle Creek Enquirer
- ➤ Michigan offers various hunting opportunities this winter, including muzzleloader and antlerless deer seasons, despite a decrease in deer harvest numbers from the previous year. Battle Creek Enquirer
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Winter Wanderland 2024: A Magical Holiday Celebration
Experience a magical winter escape filled with dazzling light displays, festive activities, and seasonal treats for all ages in Downtown Battle Creek.
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Tinsel Toes 5K Family Fun Run
Experience a festive 5K run that winds through the enchanting Festival of Lights in Downtown Battle Creek, organized by Cereal City Athletics.
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The Midtown Men Christmas Concert
The Midtown Men will perform a Christmas-themed concert featuring holiday classics and 1960s rock hits at the FireKeepers Casino Hotel.
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Holiday Food and Toy Distribution by Firekeepers Casino
The Holiday Food & Toy Distribution at Kellogg Arena offers community members free holiday meal items and toys on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Symphony 3: Holiday Joy Concert
The Battle Creek Symphony invites attendees to enjoy its annual holiday concert featuring the award-winning vocal jazz group Gold Company, known for their impressive musical talent and collaborations with renowned artists.
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Charity Run Supporting Rich Grady
This charity run honors Rich Grady, a dedicated runner who maintained a running streak for nearly 16 years, as a way to support him and his family following his brain cancer diagnosis.
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Live Music Event Featuring C&N
Enjoy a night of live music at the New Holland Brewing - Battle Creek Brewpub with talented duo C&N while savoring delicious brews and food.
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Mirage: A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
Mirage, a renowned tribute band, will perform the classic hits of Fleetwood Mac at the FireKeepers Casino Event Center, offering fans a nostalgic musical experience.
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