Calhoun County Board of Commissioners Vice-Chair Steve Frisbie tells Community Matters figuring out the road funding formula to keep repairing county roads will still be a priority in 2024. Frisbie also talks about budget adjustments in December 2023, as well as an...
In another Summit Pointe Community Connection episode, representatives from the Bronson Battle Creek Emergency Department and Summit Pointe/First Step reflect on how their commitment to serving Calhoun County residents has worked out. Summit Pointe Clinical Director...
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...
Caregivers for those living with dementia are an especially dedicated group. Particularly if the one for whom they are caring is a relative, such as a spouse. Sometimes, though, that dedication can lead to exhaustion. In this episode of Creating Dementia Solutions,...
"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...
In this episode, Summit Pointe Care Manager Kristi highlights how the team assisting those with intellectual or developmental disabilities puts them in a position to significantly change their lives. Perhaps even save them. Episode ResourcesSummit Pointe I/DD...
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...
Miles for Memories volunteer Connie Skidmore returns in this episode of Creating Dementia Solutions to offer first-hand advice as folks prepare for holiday gatherings that will include a loved one with dementia. Connie discusses approaches which can help adapt...