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NHPB among Michigan’s 12 Tribes represented in the rooms where laws are being made
Jane Parikh
Thursday, November 7, 2024
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Thursday, October 24, 2024
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Battle Creek Fire Department seeks to modernize its facilities
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Thursday, July 11, 2024
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County's Housing for All building momentum in Kalamazoo
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After years of planning, Eastside Square condominiums set to open in Kalamazoo
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Thursday, June 27, 2024
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Battle Creek nonprofits share in $35 million in relief funds
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Thursday, December 21, 2023
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Voices of Youth: Kalamazoo politicians and youth work to increase youth political participation
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Thursday, December 14, 2023
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Jane Parikh
Thursday, October 12, 2023
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Mark Wedel
Thursday, October 12, 2023
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Kalamazoo organization recognizes Judge Tiffany Ankley and others as Trailblazers of HOPE
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Wednesday, February 8, 2023
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Kalamazoo Public Safety’s Community Service Team looks to build relationships with the unhoused
Al Jones
Thursday, February 2, 2023
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Wednesday, January 25, 2023
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Calhoun County Administrator Kelli Scott looks ahead to 2023
Thursday, January 19, 2023
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Holley makes history as City of Battle Creek's first Diversity, Equity and Inclusion officer
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Wednesday, January 18, 2023
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Battle Creek City Manager talks 2023 priorities
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Wednesday, January 18, 2023
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Community organizations spending down ARPA funds in Battle Creek
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Financial relief on the way to Calhoun County and City of Battle Creek through federal legislation
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