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Tuesday, December 9th, 2025
Good morning, Battle Creek. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 9th of December.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Michigan Social Security beneficiaries born on the 1st to 10th will receive their payments on Wednesday, Dec. 10—per the Social Security Administration's schedule, benefits will increase by about $56 with a 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment effective Dec. 31. Battle Creek Enquirer
- ➤ The Governor’s Traffic Safety Advisory Commission unveiled the SAFER by 2030 program to reduce deadly crashes on Michigan roads by 30 percent by 2030. The effort focuses on better road design + safer driving habits among motorists. 102.7 WFAT
- ➤ Battle Creek’s Citizens Police Academy begins in January at the Battle Creek Police Department (34 N. Division St.) and invites business owners, community leaders and engaged neighbors to learn police work. Sessions run on Jan. 7, Jan. 10, Jan. 14, Jan. 17, Jan. 21 and Jan. 24 with makeup dates available if needed, and applicants must pass a background check. Battle Creek Enquirer
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Enquirer named the top 10 high school girls basketball players for the 2025-26 season, featuring standouts from BCC, Lakeview, Harper Creek and Pennfield. Fans look forward to seeing these athletes lead local teams today. Battle Creek Enquirer
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11th Annual Jingle in the Creek USA Wrestling Tournament
8:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. — Kellogg Arena — $10 admission — Experience thrilling youth wrestling matches with festive holiday spirit.
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Hazard Control Conference
9 a.m.-6 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Battle Creek — Check Official Website — Engage in workshops and sessions focused on improving safety protocols and risk management in various industries.
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Winter Jam 2025 - Best of Both Worlds Edition
7 PM - 1 AM — Kellogg Arena — $39+ — Experience a spectacular night of music uniting hip-hop and R&B for a vibrant celebration of culture and community.
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