Jen Hsu-Bishop with the United Way of South Central Michigan breaks down what Michigan’s SNAP work requirements mean right now and what Medicaid work requirements could mean starting in January 2027. She offers some simple things you can do to prevent benefit loss,...
Allie Stoddard from Binder Park Zoo talks about Maaga Shamba, a complete reimagining of the former Forest Farm space that will soon feature a redesigned cheetah habitat plus new species. She explains how exhibit decisions get made, what fall looks like at the zoo, and...
Annie Kelly from the Downtown Battle Creek Zine bringing list of fun-filled events around Battle Creek this September. Everything from Battle of the Bands, fiestas, and Fantasia! Episode ResourcesFollow DBCZ on Facebook ABOUT COMMUNITY MATTERSFormer WBCK Morning Show...
Melissa Whitcomb, the City of Battle Creek’s engineering project manager, visits the BC City Connection to make sense of the road work season and the choices behind it. Among the focuses: Who owns which roads, why chip seal shows up after paving, and planning 2027...
Civil Engineering Technician Amber Whitcomb updates residents on how Battle Creek verifies lead service lines and what happens after a home is confirmed to have one. Amber explains the consent form, the replacement timeline, and what residents can expect from water...
Eric Greene at Kellogg Community College talks about KCC's big 70 year anniversary serving Battle Creek and the region. He digs into what community college does best right now: affordable access, job-ready programs, smoother transfer paths, and a new partnership...
Battle Creek Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Kim Carter talks about what it really takes to start the year strong, from daily attendance to student well-being. She shares the district’s biggest moves for reducing chronic absenteeism, improving literacy, and helping...
Krista Trout-Edwards joins Inside Calhoun County to talk about how the Calhoun County Land Bank turns vacant and abandoned properties into stable housing, stronger neighborhoods, and real opportunities for buyers. Episode ResourcesCalhoun County Land Bank...
The clock is ticking on a decision that will shape what Battle Creek looks like for years: how the city grows housing that people can actually find, afford, and live in. Darcy Schmitt, Planning Supervisor for the City of Battle Creek, talks through the city’s draft...
Rod Auton talks about how Calhoun County’s Senior Services Millage turns local tax dollars into real support that helps older adults stay at home. Auton also discusses new “incubator” ideas that fight loneliness, build tech confidence, and connect generations through...