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Scholarships and computers awarded as part of Hispanic Heritage Month in Battle Creek

An annual fiesta has grown into an initiative to help those of Latinx heritage learn and is creating bonds that will build a stronger community. Find out more about Battle Creek’s Latin American Heritage Initiative.

Voices of Youth: Calhoun Area Career Center students reveal positive secrets about their communities

What positive secrets should be known to the public about the community? Eighteen Calhoun County high school seniors answer that question in words and graphics.

Battle Creek’s SHARE Center is for more than drop-ins. It offers access to resources and services.

The SHARE Center could add a hub for homeless services focusing on families if funding becomes available.

Calhoun County Public Defenders Office adds staff social worker to deal with issues behind crimes

The increased use of treatment and educational programs as recommended by a social worker can help keep those in the criminal justice system from returning to incarceration once they have been released. The program begins in Calhoun County soon.

In Albion, author of ‘How to Be an Antiracist’ says hold people accountable when they act racist

Dr. Ibram X. Kendi likens racism to a cancer that needs to be cut out. He says people are deeply defensive about the ways they are being racist and need to be held accountable when they are being racist.

Battle Creek to celebrate its links to Japan with public sculptures that resemble origami

Artists who are creating sculptures for public exhibit in Battle Creek tell the tales behind their forthcoming artwork.

Battle Creek residents and the city look for ways to free the river from its concrete banks

Now that the concrete channel that directs the Battle Creek River is nearing the end of its useful life, those who want to see the river run free and looking for ways to make that happen because today there are alternatives that can control flooding while maintaining habitat and wildlife.

Citizen journalist Kevin Live of Battle Creek has been capturing big stories with his cellphone

Tipsters and viewers let Battle Creek's Kevin Live know where he should point his camera next.

Battle Creek moms turn pain into purpose with support group for those who lose children to violence

S.I.S.T.E.R.S. (Sharing In the Support of Those Enforcing Victims’ Rights Shamelessly) Turning Pain Into Purpose – is made up of mothers whose sons and daughters were the victims of violent crimes in Battle Creek that have yet to be solved. They are there for one another.

Battle Creek restaurants adopt Ghost Kitchen concept as pandemic inspires new ways of doing business

A restaurant concept that started before the pandemic has taken off as restaurateurs look for new ways to provide safe and convenient service to customers. Here are two Battle Creek chefs that are finding success with ghost kitchens.

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