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🌱 Explosion at Franklin Plastics leaves Battle Creek worker seriously burned

Battle Creek, Michigan Patch AM: a 5 min read

Hey there, Battle Creek! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Explosion at Franklin Plastics leaves Battle Creek worker seriously burned
  • How two local leaders are reshaping senior services across Calhoun County
  • Want to question Bronson Battle Creek leaders about local healthcare?

Also on today's calendar: Captain While You Can Tailgate Tour and 10 more events.

Today's riddle: What has a cap but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 65 and low of 45 degrees.
  • Sunday: Sunny much of the time, temps: high: 68, low: 43.
  • Monday: Sunny, with a high of 61 and low of 37 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Worker injured following an explosion and commercial fire in Battle Creek (dailydispatch.com) — A worker at Franklin Plastics in Battle Creek suffered burns to the arms, chest, and face after an explosion sparked a commercial fire on Hill Brady Road. Fire crews quickly contained the blaze to machinery, while state workplace safety officials have opened an investigation into what caused the incident.
   

2. County honors Konkle Senior Services Achievement Award winners (thebattlecreekshopper.com) — Calhoun County has recognized two standout advocates for older adults, including Anne Clark, whose work supports Battle Creek seniors through events like the Battle Creek Senior Expo and local wellness programs. The awards highlight years of volunteer leadership, from Meals on Wheels delivery to county planning committees, all aimed at expanding services that help area older residents stay active, connected, and independent.
   

3. Bronson Healthcare leaders speaking at Climax Rotary Club meeting Oct. 7 (legalnews.com) — Bronson Healthcare’s president and the interim COO of Bronson Battle Creek will speak at the Climax Rotary Club on October 7, offering their perspective on today’s healthcare challenges. Battle Creek residents can attend, hear how regional hospital decisions affect local care access, and ask questions over an optional lunch by reserving with a Rotary member in advance.
   

4. Harper Creek football stays in league race with homecoming win over Coldwater (battlecreekenquirer.com) — Harper Creek kept its league title hopes alive in Battle Creek with a 38-19 homecoming win over Coldwater, powered by a dominant running game and a key pick-six. The victory moves the Beavers to 5-1 and keeps them one game behind Marshall in the Interstate 8 Conference race.
   

5. Victims in Lansing-area jet crash were Mexican nationals. Where crash investigation stands (bnd.com) — Investigators are still piecing together why a test flight from Battle Creek Executive Airport crashed near Lansing, killing three Mexican nationals aboard a Hawker 800XP business jet. Officials say the plane was performing stall maneuvers after maintenance at Duncan Aviation’s Battle Creek facility when radar contact was lost, and federal agencies are now analyzing wreckage and flight data in a lengthy probe.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Anyone seen a cat like this around Sunset/Clayton?
    We're pretty sure she got out of the house. Her name is Calypso, she's 1 year old. She's friendly and fixed. My kids and I are really attached to her… (Nextdoor Alvena/Sunset)
  • We are looking for community members to help participate in the annual Trinity Neighborhood Center's Trunk or Treat.
    This year it will be held Friday, October 30 from 5-7 pm at 10 West Bidwell. Call 269-962-4900 to reserve your spot today! (Nextdoor Wilson/Coburn/Roosevelt)
  • FireKeepers Casino & Hotel posted a job opening for Housekeeping Attendant - PT in Battle Creek. Apply here.
  • ProAmpac Holdings, Inc. posted a job opening for Shipping/Receiving Warehouse in Battle Creek. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Battle Creek here.

Ok Battle Creek! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What has a cap but no head?" — A bottle (Thank you Glo M. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Battle Creek

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.

Stay in the loop with what's happening in Battle Creek

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.