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Battle Creek Booms: Surprising New Jobs Shake Up Local Workforce This August
Smiling Stu SutherlandExplore the latest openings, top industries, and tips to land your next job in Calhoun County.
Read moreBattle Creek Faces a Turning Point: What Big Changes Lie Ahead for Calhoun County?
Smiling Stu SutherlandNew developments, policy shifts, and fresh investments could reshape life in Battle Creek.
Read moreDiscover Battle Creek’s Best-Kept Secret: Ultimate Privacy Meets Unmatched Lifestyle
Smiling Stu SutherlandDiscover your dream home in serene settings just minutes from vibrant Battle Creek attractions.
Read moreSurprise Autumn Chill Sweeps Battle Creek—Is Fall Coming Early This Year?
Smiling Stu SutherlandDiscover how this early chill could impact local events, harvests, and community plans ahead.
Read moreBattle Creek & Calhoun County Heats Up Summer: Surprising Events You Won't Want to Miss
Smiling Stu SutherlandDiscover unique events, hidden gems, and the best ways to enjoy summer in Calhoun County!
Read moreGull Lake High School Cancels Football Season Amid Assault Investigation
Smiling Stu SutherlandGull Lake High School cancels varsity football season following assault allegations at preseason camp, with Michigan State Police investigating.
Read moreCalhoun County Sheriff Shares Child Safety Tips for Fair Season
Smiling Stu SutherlandThe Calhoun County Sheriff's Office offers important child safety tips for families attending the Calhoun County Fair.
Read moreWalletHub Names Kellogg Community College No. 2 in Michigan
Smiling Stu SutherlandKellogg Community College in Battle Creek has been ranked the second-best community college in Michigan by WalletHub.
Read moreThreat Made Against Marshall City Council Over Data Center Dispute
Smiling Stu SutherlandA threat was made against Marshall city council members amid an ongoing dispute over a proposed data center project and moratorium.
Read morePolice Seek Man Who Allegedly Fired Stolen Gun at His Mother
Smiling Stu SutherlandBattle Creek police are searching for a man who allegedly fired a stolen gun at his mother during a domestic incident.
Read moreNMU Truck Driving School Suspended Amid Investigation
Smiling Stu SutherlandNorthern Michigan University suspends its truck driving school program amid an investigation, affecting CDL training in the Upper Peninsula.
Read moreAthens High School Cancels Football Season Due to Low Participation
Smiling Stu SutherlandAthens High School announces cancellation of varsity football season for 2025 due to low player participation numbers.
Read moreFireKeepers Casino Hotel Earns Fifth Forbes Best Employer Honor
Smiling Stu SutherlandFireKeepers Casino Hotel in Battle Creek has been named one of America's Best Employers by Forbes for the fifth consecutive year.
Read moreTeenager in Critical Condition After Battle Creek Party Store Shooting
Smiling Stu Sutherland18-year-old victim expected to survive; police seek information on suspect
Read moreLegendary Crooner Engelbert Humperdinck Coming to FireKeepers Casino in Battle Creek
Smiling Stu SutherlandLegendary crooner Engelbert Humperdinck, with 140 million records sold and a career spanning five decades, will perform at FireKeepers Casino Hotel in Battle Creek on November 13.
Read moreSugarland Brings Ride or Die Tour to FireKeepers Casino in Battle Creek
Smiling Stu SutherlandAward-winning country duo Sugarland brings their Ride or Die Tour to FireKeepers Casino Hotel in Battle Creek on Saturday, October 24 at 8 p.m.
Read more76-Year-Old Man Arrested After Battle Creek Standoff on Grand Boulevard
Smiling Stu SutherlandFelony assault and weapons charges follow early morning police response to domestic dispute
Read moreBattle Creek Booms: Surprising Surge in Local Hiring Energizes Calhoun County
Smiling Stu SutherlandNew businesses launch, job fairs draw crowds, and employers seek talent in every sector.
Read moreAugust Unleashed: Battle Creek & Calhoun County Turn Up the Heat With Wild Festivals & Local Flavor
Smiling Stu SutherlandDiscover music, food, and family fun at August's can't-miss events in Battle Creek and Calhoun
Read moreUnseasonably Pleasant August Forecasted—But Could Surprise Storms Spoil the Calm?
Smiling Stu SutherlandPleasant days return, but are you ready for the surprises late-summer storms could bring?
Read moreDiscover How to Have Your Dream Home—Without Losing City Perks or Convenience
Smiling Stu SutherlandDiscover how smart home choices let you live expansively while staying close to what matters most.
Read moreSouthwest Michigan Entrepreneurs: $930K in New Grant Funding Available to Grow Your Business
Smiling Stu SutherlandThe Michigan Strategic Fund has awarded $930,000 to expand business support services for entrepreneurs across Southwest Michigan, providing coaching, mentorship, technical assistance, and capital-readiness resources through a network of regional partners.
Read moreKCC Offering Free Forklift and Electrical Training for Battle Creek Residents Starting October 12
Smiling Stu SutherlandKellogg Community College is offering free forklift and electrical training programs for eligible Battle Creek residents through the STEP UP initiative. Programs begin October 12 at the Regional Manufacturing Technology Center.
Read moreBattle Creek Police Arrest Driver Doing Donuts in Ford Mustang—Now They're Taking the Car
Smiling Stu SutherlandBattle Creek police arrested a driver for doing donuts in a Ford Mustang and filed a lawsuit to seize the vehicle under the city's new vehicular nuisance ordinance, sending a strong message about reckless driving consequences.
Read moreBattle Creek Police Arrest Four Following Community Complaints on North 28th Street
Smiling Stu SutherlandMulti-division police operation on North 28th Street addresses suspected drug activity and unsafe housing conditions after community complaints lead to four arrests and property condemnation.
Read moreFireKeepers and Nottawaseppi Huron Band Invest $180,000 in New Calhoun County Fairgrounds Facility
Smiling Stu SutherlandMajor partnership between FireKeepers Casino Hotel and the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi brings new amenities to Marshall, benefiting residents across Calhoun County with improved fairgrounds facilities.
Read moreCyclospora Outbreak in Michigan: What Battle Creek Residents Need to Know
Smiling Stu SutherlandTwo deaths reported as parasite spreads—here is how to protect yourself and your family. Learn symptoms, prevention tips, and local resources for Battle Creek residents.
Read moreMichigan Big Tree Hunt Now Open: Help Find the State Largest Trees
Smiling Stu SutherlandThe 17th Biennial Michigan Big Tree Hunt is now accepting nominations through August 2028. Residents can submit large trees from their communities for recognition.
Read moreBill Burr Bringing Stand-Up Comedy to FireKeepers Casino in Battle Creek This October
Smiling Stu SutherlandEmmy and Grammy-nominated comedian Bill Burr will perform at FireKeepers Casino Hotel in Battle Creek on October 1. Tickets now on sale.
Read moreBattle Creek Man Arrested After Firing Shots at Police Vehicle on Broadway Boulevard
Smiling Stu SutherlandA 45-year-old Battle Creek man is in custody facing assault charges after firing shots toward a police vehicle on Broadway Boulevard during the July 4 holiday.
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