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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

Battle Creek City Manager talks 2023 priorities

Battle Creek City Manager Rebecca Fleury reflects on the continued pandemic impact of 2022 on the city, while expressing optimism about plans to enhance technology, advance DEI work, expand housing and opportunities, and engage residents in city planning.

Holley makes history as City of Battle Creek’s first Diversity, Equity and Inclusion officer

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion work is not “all roses and daisies,” but the City of Battle Creek’s first DEI Officer Kimberly Holley is prepared to create a garden of opportunity all can enjoy.

Battle Creek’s Truth, Racial Healing and Transformation continues to work for positive change

In five years, Battle Creek’s Truth, Racial Healing and Transformation has changed conversations and deepened relationships, as well as been a catalyst for positive change.

Kyra Wallace to leave the Southwestern Michigan Urban League In April

Longtime Southwestern Michigan Urban League President and CEO Kyra Wallace is preparing to leave after 17 years. But she’s committed to staying connected.

Marshall native hits the jackpot by scripting funny Michigan lottery advertisements

Kim Langridge has hit the jackpot even though she’s never won the Michigan Lottery. Langridge, who was born and raised in Marshall and continues to make her home there, creates the majority of the radio spots for the state’s lottery, in addition to writing copy for television commercials promoting it.

Unconventional dining options attract willing patrons at Umami Ramen in Battle Creek

Umami Ramen is not like any Asian restaurant you've been to before because that's the way chef Peecoon Allen likes to eat.

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Store owner comes out of retirement to open bookstore in downtown Battle Creek
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Med school will help address shortage of physicians

The new Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine has given the school a chance to create the curriculum of the future. Jane Parikh reports on what's ahead for the school. 

Collective housing is about more than sharing the rent

For those who want to make decisions about the home they rent, collective housing makes sense. As Kalamazoo Housing Collective continues to change and grow it offers more such opportunities. Jane Parikh has the story. 

Brewer sees a full glass in Battle Creek’s plans

Springtime and Southwest Michigan starts looking for any excuse to crack a cold one. That's just fine with Tim Suprise. Writer Jame Parikh talks to the founder of Battle Creek's Arcadia Brewing Co. about all the reasons he expects business to remain good and hoppy.

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