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Jane C. Parikh

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Moe’s Table keeps a father’s legacy alive by feeding hundreds in Battle Creek

After the passing of Moises Olsen, his four daughters honor his lifelong belief that “there’s always a seat at the table” by founding Moe’s Table, a grassroots effort in Battle Creek that prepares and serves weekly homemade meals.

La Loma Supermercado brings authentic flavors — and cultural pride — to Battle Creek

La Loma Supermercado, a new $3 million Mexican and Latin American grocery and taqueria in Battle Creek, is bringing authentic flavors, cultural connection, and community vibrancy to the region.

Educating students in the midst of state funding delays is the top priority for Battle Creek school districts

Amid delays and political fights in Lansing, Battle Creek and Lakeview school districts are scrambling to balance their budgets, maintain essential services, and protect students as the promised state funding from the Michigan School Aid Fund remains uncertain.

The Gathering Place: ‘People come here to be enlightened’

Supporting one another and working together is making dreams come true at the Gathering Place.

Cub Scouts Seed of Life program could grow across Michigan

The Seed to Life program helps the Boy Scouts provide fresh food for its scouts and teaches them gardening skills.

NAACP offers ways for youth to learn how to thrive in their community

For Battle Creek’s National Association for the Advancement of Colored People leveling the playing field goes beyond what most people think.  

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Singh Cruisin Cuisine: A taste of India (and other spots) on wheels

Singh Cruisin Cuisine takes the taste of India to the customers. There's some American and Greek fare, too. Just for variety.

Mrs. Buckley (left) demonstrating videos
Kindergarten teacher takes to YouTube to promote reading

For parents who can't come to school for advice on how to help their youngster learn to read, now there's Mrs. Buckley's videos on YouTube. 

Battle Creek’s Burmese now find the tastes of home in their own backyard

There are more than 132,200 Burmese in the U.S. and about 1,800 of those live in Battle Creek. Today they are finding new ways to fit into the community, including introducing the tastes they love.

James Hettinger, interim Chief Executive Officer
4 C’s of making Battle Creek more attractive to young entrepreneurs

As Battle Creek's economy becomes new again, what will it become?

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