Month: February 2026

How Neighborhood Planning Councils Shape Battle Creek Decisions

On this episode of BC City Connection: Exploring how Neighborhood Planning Councils (NPCs) give Battle Creek residents a structured voice on policing, code, planning, and development, and why diverse, new members are vital.  CommissionerJessica Lacosse and Helen...

Public Health Department: Vaccines, Facts and Clarity

Calhoun County Medical Director Dr. William Nettleton answers nuanced questions parents often have about childhood vaccines, busts myths, and shares five key facts every family should know. Dr. Nettleton unpacks the federal cut from 17 to 11 recommended childhood...

(Community Matters 174) A Busy Winter for Snow Plows in Calhoun County

What does it take to keep the roads safe across Calhoun County during a record-breaking winter? Kristine Parsons with the Calhoun County Road Department provides a look behinds the scenes at how they keep roads clear for your daily commute. Parsons tells Community...

(Community Matters 174) DBCZ Events Report February 2026

From monster trucks to Swan Lake, 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 in February  Episode ResourcesFollow DBCZ on Facebook ABOUT COMMUNITY...

Dementia is Part of the Mental Health Conversation

In this Summit Pointe Podcast, we look at how dementia fits within behavioral health, why symptoms deserve a thorough medical workup, and how caregivers can find support and tools that protect dignity and safety.  Summit Pointe board member Sherii Sherban, founder of...