The Calhoun Country Youth Violence Prevention Project, a collaboration between S.A.F.E. Place and Bronson Sexual Assault Services, aims to give teens the tools to talk about dating violence, domestic assault, stalking or trafficking. S.A.F.E. Place Prevention...
For 50 years, Scene Magazine has been a key publication in Calhoun County but in February, they will publish their final issue. COO Sherii Sherban talks to Community Matters about its origins, legacy and some favorite moments spanning the history of the publication....
This time on Inside Calhoun County, a look at how the county manages 750 miles of drains and ten court-ordered lake levels while juggling property rights, budgets, and rising infrastructure demands. From beaver dams to fiber optic crossings, Calhoun County Water...
This time on BC City Connection, a discussion outlining how Battle Creek is building an accessible digital city that meets Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) standards and puts residents first. From language-ready alerts to a content-first website overhaul,...
The Battle Creek Coalition for Truth, Racial Healing and Transformation (BCTRHT) is hosting The National Day of Racial Healing in Battle Creek on January 20, 2026 from 5:00 to 8:00 PM at the DoubleTree Hilton in downtown Battle Creek. BCTRHT Co-CEO Elizabeth Garcia...
It may be a few months away, but the Battle Creek Battle Jacks are already preparing to kick off their 2026 season on May 27 at MCCU Field. General Manager Sam Connell talks to Community Matters about what it takes to make a community-driven entertainment experience...
In this Summit Pointe podcast, we explore how a law enforcement liaison helps officers and clinicians navigate mental health codes, paperwork, and real-time decisions. Former law enforcement officer and Summit Pointe staffer Aaron Smith also discusses officer wellness...
Ford announced it will be awarding $1.31 million to support community foundation projects in Albion, Battle Creek and Marshall via their Blue Oval Community Engagement Fund. Battle Creek Community Foundation CEO Mary Muliett sits down with Community Matters to discuss...
Calhoun County Board of Commissioners Chair Derek King looks back at the work of 2025, a transitional and tough budget year, and ahead at the opportunities in 2026 which include several road projects and renovations at the jail. Episode Resources Calhoun County Board...
Community Matters highlights upcoming events presented by the Downtown Battle Creek Zine (DBCZ)! In this update, Annie Kelley shares ideas for local things to do to ease into the new year. Episode ResourcesFollow DBCZ on Facebook ABOUT COMMUNITY MATTERSFormer WBCK...