Familias Hispanas, una de las prioridades de las BCPS en el regreso a clases
‘Probaremos muchas estrategias diferentes porque queremos asegurarnos de que cada individuo obtenga lo que necesita’, dice la superintendente de BCPS Kimberly Carter.’
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Hispanic families are one of the priorities for BCPS as students go back to school
“We will try many different strategies because we want to make sure each individual gets what they need,” Superintendent of Battle Creek Public Schools Kim Carter says.
As Native American women go missing and are murdered, who is keeping track?
In 2019, more than 5,590 Native American women were reported missing. Murder is the third-leading cause of death for them. Yet there is still no single database that tracks the number of Native women who go missing or are murdered every year.
Calhoun County celebrates its centenarians by helping them tell their stories
Annabelle Thorpe's favorite memories include building her dream house and planting all the wildflowers herself. Meet the first centenarian of Calhoun County in a series featuring their memories and observations.
Paint Pony Haven in Pennfield rescues horses that were destined for slaughterhouse
In 2016 Nadin and Corky Malcom purchased 95 acres in Pennfield and began building barns and installing fences for pastures where horses could roam. They soon started to rescue the animals and today they have 10 horses they are taking care of.
Calhoun County gets out money to halt evictions, seeks those who don’t know funds are available
As other communities struggle with how to help those facing eviction, Calhoun County and Battle Creek agencies and groups are finding ways to assist those in danger of losing their homes.
Battle Creek Voices of Youth offers chance for youth to express their vision of their city
A three-month pilot program known as “Voices of Youth in Battle Creek” will give youth an opportunity to be heard.
After successful Kellogg career, Battle Creek resident finds satisfaction sharing food he grows
Sharing the food he grows and sharing the knowledge of growing food are some the ways Carlos Fontana of Battle Creek is making the most of his retirement. He's also written books and now wants to plant the seed of growing gardens in young peoples' minds.
A sign up for a free analysis on how to save money on your electric bill helps NAACP raise funds
A Consumer's Energy program will benefit homeowners and renters and will raise money for the Battle Creek branch of the NAACP.
Battle Creek churches cooperate to bring faith-based support to those emerging from recovery program
When those who are in recovery leave a designated program their chances of relapse are high if they don't have a plan. When it opens next year, Hope House in Battle Creek will work with those who have been through the Haven of Rest Ministries Life Recovery Program to increase their odds of making it.
