Woman’s Co-op in Battle Creek’s Post-Franklin Neighborhood provides a support system for women
An unofficial barter system and spirit of generosity are ways that women help women at the Woman's Co-op in Battle Creek's Post-Franklin neighborhood.
On the Ground
On the Ground helps to tell the stories of the people, projects, and innovations that are creating “what’s next” for Southwest Michigan.
Published by Southwest Michigan Second Wave, the mission of On the Ground is to connect readers to the area's most visionary and active people, businesses, and organizations — elevating a wide diversity of voices and contributing to the community conversation about what it means to call Southwest Michigan home.
Our journalists engage residents through regular listening sessions, events, and conversations to build trusted relationships that shape the community’s unique, solutions-oriented stories. We want to know what you think because what you think matters.
The On the Ground Battle Creek team includes Project Editor Jane Parikh and Photographer John Grap. The On the Ground Kalamazoo team includes Project Editor Al Jones and Photographer Fran Dwight. The Managing Editor for both series is Theresa Coty O'Neil.
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Identifying and avoiding senior fraud focus of seminar on Kalamazoo’s Eastside
Sheriff Richard Fuller will discuss current types of senior fraud in the community and how to avoid them and Lisa Fuller will share information on protecting seniors from common types of Medicare and Medicaid at an upcoming event at the Eastside Neighborhood Association.
Police work with church leadership to solve case of vandalism against Temple Beth El Synagogue
Battle Creek Police Chief Jim Blocker says it was clear to the department that there may be hate associated with the most recent incident of vandalism at Temple Beth El Synagogue.
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.
For 101-year-old Gwen Tulk, Kalamazoo’s Eastside served as a gateway to the world
Kalamazoo's Eastside resident Gwen Tulk kept extensive travel diaries of her many adventures, but she says at age 101 she remembers each trip, even what she ate.
Sunnyside Methodist Church: Making a home on Kalamazoo’s Eastside
At Sunnyside, there have been funerals and ministry for people who have never set foot in this church building on Sunday. For them, it's part of being in a relationship with their neighborhood, Eastside Kalamazoo.
B.C.’s Historic Northside enthusiastic about school reopening as Fremont International Academy
A neighborhood school brings a lot to a community. Residents say they are glad Fremont will be reopened as an International Academy open to all across the Battle Creek area.
Reviving the Tribe: Kalamazoo Eastside couple cultivates community through home, gardens, and music
Tomme Maile and Dale Abbott have been sowing seeds of community on the Eastside of Kalamazoo for the past 12 years.
Upcoming opportunities for Kalamazoo Eastside residents to be in the know
Find out where and when you can learn about a healthier neighborhood, what's going on, and water line replacement in Kalamazoo's Eastside neighborhood.
Eastside Voices and Buddy Hannah: Lifting up community through storytelling and art in Kalamazoo
Eastside Voices, led by Buddy Hannah and Sid Ellis, will give both young and old Eastside residents the opportunity to share their stories.
