November 22, 2024 is the deadline to nominate an area veteran to receive a professionally installed holiday light display on their home. Owner Chuck Barnes at Twinkle Holiday Lighting will, again this year, fulfill the wishes of the family of Marine Cpl. Josh Hoffman,...
Screenshot This episode of Oaklawn Health Matters focuses on breast cancer and the key role mammography plays in early detection – a key component to treatment. Julie Holley, lead technologist at the Oaklawn Women's Diagnostic Center, discusses key technological...
Ford BlueOval Battery Park Michigan under construction in June 2024. Ford Motor Company photo. Community Matters has learned that the attorney for the Committee for Marshall – Not the Megasite has filed an application for leave of appeal with the Michigan Supreme...
Calhoun County is in good financial health and the latest professional audit and strong credit rating prove it. That's the word from Board of Commissioners Chair Derek King. The county reported a ”AA” credit rating as issued by S&P Global Ratings, saying it...
The 2024 Ford Mustang Mach-E and F-150 Lightning all-electric vehicles on display at the 2023 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Livemic photo In its first ”Drive 4 UR School” test drive event since the COVID-19 pandemic, Lakeview Ford in Battle Creek...
For the 13th time, Battle Creek's Community Inclusive Recreation (CIR) is readying for the annual Kickball Classic fundraiser, sponsored by Lakeview Ford Lincoln. Set for September 22, 2024 at Bailey Park, the tournament-style event brings teams formed by local...
City of Battle Creek photo Battle Creek City Manager Rebecca Fleury reached her ten-year anniversary in the position and decided to call it a career. In her first interview since announcing her retirement, Fleury reflects with Community Matters on her tenure, her...
Robin Bolz, founder of UnSilenced: Battle Creek Anti-Human Trafficking Coalition, has no reservations sharing her story about abuse when she was a child and adolescent. That story includes resilience and the key involvement of one person who helped her turn her life...
Photo courtesy BCCF The Battle Creek Community Foundation is observing its 50th anniversary with a block party outside its offices in downtown Battle Creek. The event is set for August 21, 2024 from 4-6 PM. BCCF President and CEO Mary Muliett and Vice-President Clovis...
Mark Paton It is possible that those around you may recognize some signs of hearing loss before you do. But perhaps you have noticed your own difficulty hearing. In this episode of Oaklawn Health Matters, Audiologist Michael Thompson discusses the typical signs of...