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Video: A closer look at Kalamazoo Covenant Academy
As part of Second Wave's On the Ground Vine coverage we visited Kalamazoo Covenant Academy and found out how they are giving hope to students who once thought they were not a good fit for school. Videographer MJ Harrell helped us take a closer look.
New program offers ways for Michigan farmers to deal with stresses of their business
As MSU Extension puts it, farmers know how to take care of their animals and crops and they take careful steps to ensure they are healthy and safe, yet farmers may need support and encouragement to tend to their own mental and physical stress. Now there are programs and people to talk to who can help.
Police Athletic League and New Level Sports work together to reach young people in Battle Creek
Police Athletic League and New Level Sports team up to build trust between police and young people at an early age in Battle Creek.
Michigan to join Confluence of States bolstering outdoor recreation industry
Leaders from across sectors and around the state joined Governor Whitmer recently to advance Michigan's outdoor industry.
Sitting out the golden years is not an option for those in Battle Creek who would rather help others
Lamount Horton shows there's more to being a crossing guard than helping youngsters cross the street and Louis McNutt just has to stay busy. In Battle Creek's neighborhoods seniors are helping where the can.
House that may be the oldest in Battle Creek gets rehab by local who loves old houses
If you've ever wondered about the house at 373 Riverside Drive, it just might be the oldest house in Battle Creek. And now it's getting a rehab.
Creativity continues to evolve for Eastside artist Eana Agopian
Eana Apple Agopian comes from a creative family and the Eastside artist is fulfilling the destiny of her DNA.
Michigan providers pursue holistic model for more affordable and effective healthcare
Integrated care involves not just physical co-location of services that are often isolated from one another, but also broader community-based solutions that promote good health.
They call it Handmap Brewing and its headed to Carlyle Street in Battle Creek
Second of two breweries announces plans to locate in Battle Creek with help from Battle Creek Unlimited and others.
Video: A closer look at Kalamazoo Covenant Academy
As part of Second Wave's On the Ground Vine coverage we visited Kalamazoo Covenant Academy and found out how they are giving hope to students who once thought they were not a good fit for school. Videographer MJ Harrell helped us take a closer look.
New program offers ways for Michigan farmers to deal with stresses of their business
As MSU Extension puts it, farmers know how to take care of their animals and crops and they take careful steps to ensure they are healthy and safe, yet farmers may need support and encouragement to tend to their own mental and physical stress. Now there are programs and people to talk to who can help.
Police Athletic League and New Level Sports work together to reach young people in Battle Creek
Police Athletic League and New Level Sports team up to build trust between police and young people at an early age in Battle Creek.
Michigan to join Confluence of States bolstering outdoor recreation industry
Leaders from across sectors and around the state joined Governor Whitmer recently to advance Michigan's outdoor industry.
Sitting out the golden years is not an option for those in Battle Creek who would rather help others
Lamount Horton shows there's more to being a crossing guard than helping youngsters cross the street and Louis McNutt just has to stay busy. In Battle Creek's neighborhoods seniors are helping where the can.
House that may be the oldest in Battle Creek gets rehab by local who loves old houses
If you've ever wondered about the house at 373 Riverside Drive, it just might be the oldest house in Battle Creek. And now it's getting a rehab.
Creativity continues to evolve for Eastside artist Eana Agopian
Eana Apple Agopian comes from a creative family and the Eastside artist is fulfilling the destiny of her DNA.
Michigan providers pursue holistic model for more affordable and effective healthcare
Integrated care involves not just physical co-location of services that are often isolated from one another, but also broader community-based solutions that promote good health.
They call it Handmap Brewing and its headed to Carlyle Street in Battle Creek
Second of two breweries announces plans to locate in Battle Creek with help from Battle Creek Unlimited and others.
