Economic Development

Coverage of projects, big and small, and the people who create them, which promote the economic health of a community, including manufacturing, retail, office, and hospitality developments.

In Battle Creek’s Post-Franklin neighborhood, studio with a mission teaches dance steps and more

Studio in Post-Franklin offers dance students a non-competitive, age-appropriate environment where they have definite ideas about what is important in life.  

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Dorothy Hernandez is the new associate editorial director and the managing editor of Model D
IMG welcomes Dorothy Hernandez as new associate editorial director and Model D managing editor
Amy Swift glazes a window.
Michigan women bust stereotypes, find success in Professional Trades

In Michigan, there will be an estimated 47,000 openings annually through 2026 in the Professional Trades. These are the stories of three Michigan women who have found rewarding careers in these sometimes-stigmatized jobs.

Seeds of creativity to be celebrated in upcoming fundraiser for Art Center of Battle Creek

Spring fundraiser will help the Art Center of Battle Creek fund its education programming.

Fundraiser will help continue renovations of house on Fremont

The goal is $50,000 to help with renovations to 26 Fremont Street in Battle Creek.

New plan sets goals for City of Battle Creek to provide service to the public in sustainable ways

Energy, water, transportation, waste, government management practices, land use, and public outreach are all part of a new Environment Sustainability plan adopted by the City of Battle Creek.

Shannon Patrick
Entrepreneur from Historic Northside in Battle Creek launches clothing line for All Walks of Life

With her clothing line, Shannon Patrick gives AWOL a new spin. For her, it means her clothes are for All Walks of Life.  

Video: Heroes to Hives

Military veterans have unique needs. So do honeybees. Learn how a unique program called Heroes to Hives is connecting veterans and bees in a way that helps heal mental health challenges and strengthen bee communities.

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These Detroiters are introducing newcomers to their city – via text

The new Text a Detroiter service from the Detroit Regional Chamber lets people submit questions about the area to local experts who respond directly through a messaging platform.

Battle Creek Police Department achieves accreditation from Michigan Association of Police Chiefs

Battle Creek Police Department achieves a long sought after goal. Adopting best practices and 105 professional standards leads to accreditation.

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