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Battle Creek Community Foundation takes annual report to the streets with Block Party

The Battle Creek Community Foundation is hosting its second annual Block Party on August 20 to share its annual report, celebrate community progress, and gather input from residents to shape future initiatives.

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High schools huddle up with Police Athletic League to kick off Kalamazoo Youth Football Camp

Kalamazoo’s Youth Football Camp brought together local high schools, the Police Athletic League, and families for a free, skills-based event aimed at teaching kids the fundamentals of football, building community unity, and keeping youth active and engaged.

As a Homeless Navigator works to help the unhoused, he says, ‘I just try to be a good person’

As Brandon Mion works with those facing housing insecurity or who are already homeless he doesn't often bring up his story, but he will if he needs to tell a youth in crisis, "Hey, I've been there. You've got to fight through it because you can get through it."

‘A voice for the children’: Kathleen Moore’s life of advocacy and impact lives on in Battle Creek

Kathleen Moore’s legacy was honored at the first Memorial Family Day, celebrating her deep impact on education and community in Calhoun County. A passionate leader and mentor, she inspired many through years of dedicated service.

Never too late to take the plunge: Kalamazoo club teaching adults to swim

The Kalamazoo Masters Swim Club is expanding access to swim education through its grant-supported Adult-Learn-to-Swim program, offering low-cost lessons to help adults gain confidence in the water. The program promotes physical and mental wellness while building a more inclusive and connected swimming community.

Bee-yond eighth grade: Lakeview students launch all-ages spelling showdown

Two Lakeview High School students are launching a first-of-its-kind Community Spelling Bee on August 23, open to Calhoun County residents of all ages. Inspired by their own experiences aging out of traditional bees, they aim to create an inclusive event that celebrates a lifelong love of words and learning.

Justin Nance at the Van Wert Health Fair.
Ohio hygienist trains future workforce through outreach role

Justin Nance blends teaching and patient care to combat workforce shortages and inspire the next generation of dental hygienists in Ohio.

Making good scents: Kalamazoo’s The Aroma Labs spreads its smell of success across the Midwest

At The Aroma Labs, custom scents become bottled memories. What began in a Kalamazoo kitchen is now a scent-sational business spreading across the Midwest.

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How an Indiana hygienist inspires careers, expands access as an industry ambassador

Hali Householder helps recruit future dental hygienists and promotes whole-body health through a pioneering workforce initiative tackling care shortages.

Summit Pointe youth staff. CMHs collaborate with schools and families to provide care to kids and teens.
Community mental health advocates take stand against privatization plan

Community Mental Health Association of Michigan (CMHA) advocates against proposed MDHHS plan to privatize community mental health care.

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