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Jane Parikh

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Jane Parikh is a freelance reporter and writer with more than 20 years of experience and also is the owner of In So Many Words based in Battle Creek. She is the Project Editor for On the Ground Battle Creek.

Jane Parikh's Latest Articles

New leader of Battle Creek’s Burma Center talks challenges and opportunities

“My biggest passion and mission for the Burma Center is to empower our people and make these people valued in this community and make sure that their voices are heard so that they can thrive alongside other people here so they can be successful like other families."

Starr Commonwealth broadens its reach through partnership with GVSU’s Omni initiative

Starr Commonwealth in Albion is partnering with Grand Valley State University in its Omni initiative to provide adults with the knowledge and tools they need to work with children who experience trauma.

Battle Creek’s new tagline capitalizes on fresh energy and positive momentum

“I think the beauty of this campaign is that we had so many of our community partners coming together. It really reflects our city and promotes a sense of pride, growth, and excitement."

A Battle Creek font designer has hand in city’s new tagline

Battle Creek native, graphic designer, and longtime art teacher Jeff Keedy created the font chosen for Battle Creek's new tagline. “I find that it has both a playful and erratic quality. [The font] can be used to connote a cutting-edge kind of weirdness but also playfulness."

Duncan Aviation in Battle Creek working to find solutions to team members’ childcare needs

“There is a bigger movement afoot. We can and must simultaneously support today’s workforce while working to change the system that is holding these childcare problems in place.”

How many LGBTQ&As would you know? Battle Creek Pride features trivia game with local notables

On the Ground Battle Creek's Jane Parikh took part in an LGBTQ&A Trivia Contest with other BC notables for a kickoff to Battle Creek Pride. "As an ally and a friend to members of the LGBTQ + community, I thought I understood a lot," Jane writes. "I was wrong." 

Early Childhood Educators in Battle Creek feeling the support

Rent, mortgage, and utility support are available to early childhood educators in Battle Creek through the American Rescue Plan Act and W.K. Kellogg Foundation funds.

Battle Creek voices shape Children’s Defense Fund agenda in 2024 election year

“We really want to make sure that the public policy advocacy we’re doing was grounded in the experiences of families we serve all across the country."

Pride Festival in Battle Creek maintains a focus on being family-friendly and welcoming to all

As BC Pride begins celebrations, organizers, allies, and advocates are excited to celebrate. "We are your friends, neighbors, and colleagues. We contribute to our community in many positive and impactful ways and we are here to stay.”

Battle Creek Fire Department seeks to modernize its facilities

Long-overdue updates to Battle Creek's fire stations will help bring the structures into the 21st Century. The city is seeking a $20 million plus bond to fund the improvements.  

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