Momo the cat, who has been a resident of the Humane Society of South Central Michigan for several years, might have a bit of a sourpuss when she's fitted with her Christmas hat. But, executive director Jessica Gilbert tells Community Matters she leads the charge...
In this episode of Community Matters, The Center for Economic Accountability President John Mozena elaborates on bestowing Ford's BlueOval Battery Park Michigan as 2023's "Worst Economic Development Deal of the Year". Mozena discusses the basis for the...
"It never slowed down." That's the word from Battle Creek Unlimited President Joe Sobieralski during what may seem like an acceleration in the pace of new projects being announced in Battle Creek. Sobieralski offers perspective to Community Matters about the...
Imagine the scenario: Family and friends gather for traditional holiday celebrations. Except, this year, you join relatives you haven't seen in months - and a loved one in attendance seems different. Could they be displaying symptoms of dementia? Miles for...
Battle Creek Mayor Mark Behnke sits down with Community Matters for an end-of-year look at the initiatives that served as priorities in 2023 - and a look ahead at the new year. Episode ResourcesBattle Creek Mayor and City Commission websiteCity of Battle Creek...
Calhoun County-based Starr Commonwealth - an organization intending to heal trauma and build resilience in children - has a vision for emerging young adults, as well. In this episode of Community Matters, Starr Commonwealth President and CEO Elizabeth Carey talks...
In his first legislative update to Community Matters since the Michigan House of Representatives left for the holiday break, 44th District Rep. Jim Haadsma (D-Battle Creek) returns to discuss: The balance of power in the House after two Democrats' campaigns for...
Two members of the Marshall Retail Group join Community Matters on "Small Business Saturday" - the post-Black Friday appeal for shoppers to commit to spending some of their holiday shopping budget locally, at smaller businesses. Also known as "Shop Small," the...
Battle Creek Chamber of Commerce President Kara Beer joins Community Matters on "Small Business Saturday" to talk about the origins of the post-Black Friday retail theme. With Black Friday shopping mostly focused on larger national on-site and online retailers, the...
Bells are ringing all around Calhoun County as the Salvation Army's Red Kettle Campaign gears up for another holiday season. Battle Creek Captains Mika and Grace Ronilla tell Community Matters about their holiday festivities planned for this year, as well as...
