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Wednesday, December 17th, 2025

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Good morning, Battle Creek. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 17th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • FireKeepers Casino distributed toys, 300 turkeys and food boxes to over 4,000 families at Kellogg Arena on Dec. 11, supported by local volunteers and community donations from the South Michigan Food Bank. The annual event eased holiday challenges for families in need.  Battle Creek Enquirer

CULTURE NEWS

  • Interstellar comet 3I/Atlas will reach its closest point to Earth on Dec. 19 and Michigan residents can view it with telescopes from local dark sky parks (if skies are clear). Scientists note unusual chemical signs as it nears the sun, and it will remain visible until spring.  Battle Creek Enquirer

HEALTH NEWS

  • Bronson Healthcare earned Level 8 honors in CHIME’s Digital Health Most Wired program for acute, ambulatory, and long-term post-acute care today. The recognition highlights its commitment to secure & advanced systems that improve patient experiences and safety.  Battle Creek Enquirer

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sat, 12/20/25

    View event

REAL ESTATE

SUBMIT LISTING

No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.

JOB BOARD

SUBMIT JOB

No new job posts today. You can submit one here.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.

TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

The truth is found when people are free to pursue it.

~ Franklin D. Roosevelt

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