Certainly, many folks have heard businesses publicizing the discounts they offer to members of the military and veterans. But how does a person find a comprehensive list of them? The Marshall, Michigan-based Military Discount Society – a non-profit founded by...
The return of Wiggly Tail – a periodic episode featuring an adoptable pet from the Humane Society of South Central Michigan – brings us Uno. Uno is a gray and white tabby cat with big paws and a big personality. He's the cat who dispels the myth that...
Did you know there are about 300 road miles the City of Battle Creek has to clear when it snows? That's just one fact among many in this BC City Connection episode with Field Services Superintendent Todd Gerber, who also discusses 'Snowtifications' meant to help keep...
For more than 40 years, the Harper Creek Optimist Club has supported the Battle Creek Christmas Parade. Except for the COVID-19 pandemic, that's been a consistent annual tradition many look forward to. Parade organizer Stephanie Cornish returns to Community...
Community Matters caught up with 44th District Representative-Elect Steve Frisbie less than a week after Election Day. At that point, results showed Frisbie having unseated Rep. Jim Haadsma by 58 votes. But, reports indicated an absentee ballot counting error was...
Plans for the building once known as the Kendall Center in Battle Creek will, once again, include a focus on education. The building was once the site of Western Michigan University's Battle Creek presence. Grand Valley State University's plans for the building as a...
Folks with dementia who have enjoyed traveling – or even somewhat local excursions – can continue to participate in those adventures for some time. However, caregivers should give some thought to adjusting the routines in doing so. That's the word from Miles for...
The Calhoun County Treasurer's Office understands that when you are facing a potential property foreclosure, it is scary. This might cause the property owner to ”freeze” and not respond to outreach from the Treasurer's office. As we learn in this episode of Inside...
November 22, 2024 is the deadline to nominate an area veteran to receive a professionally installed holiday light display on their home. Owner Chuck Barnes at Twinkle Holiday Lighting will, again this year, fulfill the wishes of the family of Marine Cpl. Josh Hoffman,...
Honoring those members who have served the United States through military service is something that happens every day, on many occasions. Veteran's Day, though, sets aside a special time for that recognition nationally. But how did that start? And how does it differ...