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First Aired July 22, 2023 The Humane Society of South Central Michigan presents Laney, a pretty cat with a mild-mannered disposition, as a candidate for adoption in this Wiggly Tail episode of Community Matters. Episode ResourcesHSSCM websiteRichard reads to the kittens at HSSCM ABOUT COMMUNITY MATTERS Former WBCK Morning Show host Richard Piet (2014-2017) returns to host Community Matters, …
First Aired July 15, 2023 After the Calhoun County Board of Commissioners removed creation of a county transit authority from its agenda in spring 2023 citing a lack of support from municipalities, the Battle Creek City Commission is trying to get the county to take it up again. As we hear from Battle Creek Mayor …
First Aired July 1, 2023 A longstanding Independence Day weekend tradition in Battle Creek, the Field of Flight Airshow and Balloon Festival was back in full force on July 1, 2023. Just head of the show’s debut, lead organizer Barb Haluskzka tells Community Matters with her signature enthusiasm all about the weekend’s plans – and …
First Aired July 1, 2023 Battle Creek Fire Chief Bill Beaty visits Community Matters to urge Battle Creek-area residents to use caution when using fireworks to celebrate Independence Day. He says so for personal safety, but as well, because of the excessively dry ground. A burn ban in effect this summer was lifted in Battle Creek just …
First Aired July 1, 2023 Calhoun County has established a Broadband Task Force to help understand challenges residents have gaining reliable access to high speed internet. County spokesperson Lucy Blair discusses the two main reasons: Rural locations and cost. Blair also discusses Community Matters the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), which can help low income residents lower their broadband internet …
First Aired June 24, 2023 This time on Wiggly Tail: A Feist-mix named Beauty, along with discussions of PFAS and dogs as well as fireworks and pets. Click to hear Jessica Gilbert at the Humane Society of South Central Michigan in this monthly update. Episode ResourcesHSSCM website ABOUT COMMUNITY MATTERS Former WBCK Morning Show host Richard Piet (2014-2017) …
First Aired June 17, 2023 Principal Tom McPherson discusses charter schools – specifically, the Endeavor Charter Academy in Springfield (Battle Creek). Charter schools, many of which now have established track records, are a school of choice for many parents. McPherson discusses what sets them apart, Endeavor’s partnership with Grand Valley State University and the potential …
First Aired June 17, 2023 Calhoun County Sheriff Steve Hinkley joins Community Matters to discuss his participation on a panel at the Mackinac Public Policy Conference focused on the approaches to school violence and prevention. He also discusses participation on the governor-appointed Juvenile Justice Task Force. Episode Resources Calhoun County Sheriff’s Department websiteSheriff Steve Hinkley’s websiteMIchigan Juvenile …
