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Cereal City Concert Band hits a high note with invitation to perform at Austrian music festival

“As we have progressed over the years, we get better and better and that’s because we have really good musicians joining us. They have a commitment to the band. I keep saying that this is the band I always hoped it would be.”

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Kalamazoo youth climate action group calls attention to endangered snowpeople

"Here in the Midwest, making snowpeople is a quintessential part of childhood, and Kalamazoo youth are not ready to see that tradition end thanks to climate change."

Through learning about healthy foods, both childcare providers and children grow

Childcare providers are using grants and Go NAPSACC to bring fresh foods to the kids. The program teaches healthy eating and physical activity habits in children through free, easy-to-use online tools.   

The City of Kalamazoo is working on creating Safe Streets for All.
Is Kalamazoo on its way to becoming a Strong Town?

One-ways to two-ways. Bike lanes. Slowed traffic. Taming of stroads (streets acting like roads). Change can be messy, but one local group hopes it's just a few bumps on the road to Kalamazoo becoming a Strong Town.

Community comes together to envision a Battle Creek free of racism

“We have to have more safe places like this where we can enjoy each other's company and food. We are human, we have feelings and we need to support each other to provide a better living for our community."

Kingdom Builders Worldwide takes over management of the Battle Creek Shelter

"We really don’t say ‘No’. We’re talking about not having a lot of rules and regulations. That’s exactly what this shelter is. You can come in intoxicated and we’ll take care of you."

Voices of Youth: Why do so many teens reach for energy drinks?

The Centers for Disease Control recommends adolescents avoid energy drinks due to risks of dehydration, heart complications, anxiety, and insomnia. Yet up to 40% of adolescents report consuming them. Why? VoY Writer Sophia Pell set to find out.

How URC is creating a sustainable tomorrow in learning spaces today

An alliance of three leading research institutions in Michigan is producing real-world sustainability education, research, and innovation for a greener tomorrow.

DNR fund drive helps make state nation’s leader in accessible track chairs

Michigan now offers more track chairs for public use than any other state parks and recreation system.

A vehicle in the fleet operated by BC Transit.
Battle Creek Transit looks for bus drivers so brakes can be released on service cuts

“I don’t want a car. They’re isolating for one thing. I can’t tell you how much fun it is to ride a bus and talk to people. It’s just so calming to be taken somewhere."

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