The BC Fire Department is hiring!

The Battle Creek Fire Department is hiring firefighters! Learn more about this great career, the hiring process, and apply by 4 p.m. on Sept. 26.

State Real ID deadline extended to May 3, 2023

A Real ID - a state ID or driver's license with the gold start - will be required to fly within the United States and enter some federal facilities starting May 3, 2023. Learn more about this from the State of Michigan.

City COVID Information

The city is part of a county-wide COVID-19 response. Learn more at the link, including information in Burmese, Spanish, and American Sign Language.

Trash Hauler Updates

The city’s current contract for trash, recycling, bulk, and yard waste curbside pickup is due to expire at the end of March 2021.

Snowtifications

This winter, we’re bringing you snow operations tips and updates. Follow along with us on Facebook and Nextdoor, and click the link below for FAQs.

Transit Information

We know the coronavirus pandemic has caused concern, anxiety, and many community changes. The city team is doing all we can to help prevent the spread.

Trash Hauler Updates

The city’s current contract for trash, recycling, bulk, and yard waste curbside pickup is due to expire at the end of March 2021.

Snowtifications

This winter, we’re bringing you snow operations tips and updates. Follow along with us on Facebook and Nextdoor, and click the link below for FAQs.

Transit Information

We know the coronavirus pandemic has caused concern, anxiety, and many community changes. The city team is doing all we can to help prevent the spread.

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No injuries in second Behnke Warehouse fire

Incident number: 2021-05784Type of emergency: Vehicle fireIncident date: 9/19/21Incident time: 9:22 amAddress/location: 180 S Union Street

Occupied? NoOwner: Behnke Warehouse

Probable cause, if known: UnknownStructure type: N/AConstruction type: N/AEstimate...

No injuries in Behnke trailer fires

Incident number: 2021-05767Type of emergency: Vehicle fireIncident date: 9/18/2021Incident time: 6:43 p.m.Address/location: 180 S. Union St.

Occupied? NoOwner: Behnke Warehouse

Probable cause, if known: UnknownStructure type: N/AConstruction type: N/AEstima...

Police arrest man on local assault warrant

Battle Creek Police arrested a 25-year-old Battle Creek man this morning on a local warrant for assault with intent, and multiple felony charges around domestic violence. 

A large police presence arrived at The Annex of Battle Creek apartments, 51...

BC Police welcome Deputy Chiefs Bagley, Gilleylen

Battle Creek Police did not start the hiring process looking for two deputy chiefs, but proudly welcome Deputy Chief Shannon Bagley, and Deputy Chief Troy Gilleylen.  

Bagley and Gilleylen step up after previous Deputy Chief Jim Grafton’...

See something? Say something to BCPD.

The Battle Creek Police Department wants you to know that officers are ready to respond when you see something that looks out of the ordinary or suspicious. Community members who are informed and alert play a critical role in helping law enforcement agenc...

Request a BCPD patch

We often receive requests from individuals who would like a patch from the Battle Creek Police Department. If you would like to request our patch, please send $2 -- cash or money order -- to the BCPD, 34 N. Division St., Battle Creek, MI 49014. Please inc...

Milling/paving begins Thursday morning

City contractors will begin milling and paving speed humps on Terry Court on Thursday, Sep. 16.  

Thursday, city contractors will be milling and paving speed humps on Terry Court – between 24th Street and Woodrow Avenue – with ...

Wentworth Ave construction project starts July 12

A reconstruction project on Wentworth Avenue will close the street to through traffic from Circle Drive to Foster Avenue.

Work begins Monday, July 12, and will continue through November. That includes water main and sanitary sewer replacements, road resurf...

Emmett Street bridge work creates traffic shift starting Wednesday

June 1, 2021

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

For more information contact: Engineering Division, 269-966-3343

Emmett Street bridge work creates traffic shift starting Wednesday

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. – Beginning tomorrow morning, Wednesday, June 2, city contract...

2021 City Road Construction Projects

March 30, 2021

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 

For more information contact: Engineering Division, 269-966-3343 

2021 City Road Construction Projects 

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — The city’s engineering team is announcing the 20...

Local agencies launch local transit pilot

Over the next year, riders can travel anywhere in Calhoun County.

For the next year, neighbors can take public transportation across Calhoun County, with as little as 30 minutes notice, as part of a collaborative new pilot program.

Battle Creek Transit will launch the program on Monday, March 8, under the BCGo name.

&...

Countywide public transit pilot

Starting March 8, 2021, neighbors could travel across Calhoun County in a year-long, public transportation pilot program. You will use the BCGo Calhoun County smartphone app to book a ride with as little as 30 minutes notice; you can also call for a ride....