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Friday, December 19th, 2025
Good morning, Battle Creek. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 19th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bronson BirthPlace welcomed 4,500 newborns and shared its list of popular baby names for boys and girls today. Theodore topped the list for boys while Violet led for girls. Battle Creek Enquirer
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Ace Hardware offered local shoppers last-minute holiday savings with its Ready in 15 service (online orders are picked up in-store within 15 minutes), flexible payment options via Affirm, and exclusive Ace Rewards perks, including a free $10 e-gift card with a qualifying purchase available until Dec. 24. Battle Creek Enquirer
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Michigan unemployment benefits will jump $84 weekly starting Jan. 1, 2026, so eligible claimants filing new claims can receive up to $530 plus each dependent’s allowance will rise to $19.33. 102.7 WFAT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Dr. David Rzeszutko of Priority Health offered holiday toy safety tips, advising parents to check safety certifications, recalls, and age recommendations to avoid hazards like choking risks, magnets, and toxic materials. FOX 17
- ➤ Experts warn that Michigan could face an early, severe flu season due to a new influenza H3N2 variant and only 23% vaccination coverage. Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian advised residents, especially older adults & young children, to consult their doctors for guidance. Michigan Public Radio
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Battle Creek Central senior Myliyah Mosley scored 29 points and seven rebounds in the season opener and later added 10 in a win over Mattawan. She was named the Bronson Battle Creek Athlete of the Week for Dec. 8 — 13. Battle Creek Enquirer
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