Best Battle Creek Michigan Podcasts (2024)

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S3 E56 - The Founding of the First Churches in Battle Creek 29:18

12d ago29:18

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In this episode, I explore the founding of the first churches in Battle Creek, Michigan from 1830 - 1877 in the book History of Calhoun County by L.H. Everts & Co. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/talesofsouthwestmipast/message

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Sermon 6-23-24 "Mark 13:1-13" 55:00

8h ago55:00

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Sermon, "Mark 13:1-13," by Pastor John Lippard during the Morning Worship Service on Sunday, June 23, 2024, at Calvary Baptist Church in Battle Creek, MichiganBy Sermons

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S3 E59 - Early Pioneer Stories from Grand Ledge Michigan 27:14

2h ago27:14

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In this episode I explore early stories from the pioneer days of Grand Ledge, Michigan. For more information on Michael Delaware, visit: https://MichaelDelaware.com For tickets to the Del Shannon Concert, visit: https://events.humanitix.com/delshannonshow --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/talesofsouthwestmipast/me…

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MGL Radio - Michigan Am + Island Resort C'Ship - June 22 1:21:42

1h ago1:21:42

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This is the Michigan Golf Live Radio June 22 edition featuring the 113th Michigan Amateur Championship at Boyne Golf Resorts and coverage of the Island Resort Championship, the Epson Tour event in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. You'll hear from players, officials, and those who help make these special events happen. June is championship month in Michi…

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The Island Resort Championship - Inside The Epson Tour Event In The Upper Peninsula 1:00:59

2h ago1:00:59

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Welcome to the Fore Golfers Network/Michigan Golf Live Podcast Ep 435 - The Island Resort Championship - Inside The Epson Tour Event In The Upper Peninsula What does it take to bring a professional tour event to the Upper Peninsula? Enthusiasm, passion, drive, and a community that supports the effort. No one does it better than Island Resort and Ca…

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(Community Matters 89) BCPD Considers Extra Patrols an Educational Opportunity 13:56

5h ago13:56

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Battle Creek Police will undertake another string of extra patrols in the city and Bedford Township between June 23-29, 2024. Why? Lt. Ryan Strunk tells Community Matters it is always a chance to make sure motorists are up to speed on the latest laws (like the no-holding-your-phone law that took effect in 2023). Still, some motorists caught breakin…

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(Community Matters 89) Appellate Court Leaves Marshall Committee with a Decision to Make 10:29

6h ago10:29

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The June 18, 2024 Michigan Court of Appeals decision to affirm lower courts in the Marshall Megasite zoning case leaves the Committee for Marshall-Not the Megasite with a decision: Should their argument be taken to the Michigan Supreme Court? Attorney Richard Lindsey, a member of the legal team representing the Marshall Area Economic Development Al…

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(Consumers Energy 89) Marshall Mayoral Candidate Shares Why He's Running 17:04

7h ago17:04

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Scott Wolfersburger has been a Ward 1 member of the Marshall City Council for six years. Now, he wants to be mayor. With council members thrust into the spotlight after the Ford Motor Company EV battery plant announcement for the Marshall Megasite, community response - on one side or the other - has been swift. Wolfersburger tells Community Matters…

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(Community Matters 89) Battle Creek Farm Won't Be the Only AgriEnergy Center for Consumers Energy 22:18

8h ago22:18

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A Consumers Energy solar and renewable natural gas site on farmland near Battle Creek is an example of others the utility intends to build on other sites. That's the word from David Hicks, Consumers Energy vice-president of clean energy development, who says the goal is 20 such facilities in order to attain the company's renewable energy goals. The…

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S3 E58 - The Tragic Heat Wave of 1896 Across Michigan & The Northeast USA 31:00

1d ago31:00

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In this episode, I explore some history of the tragic heat wave that struck the Northeast USA for a period of 10 days in August of 1896. This was during a time before air conditioning and swamp coolers, and 1500 deaths were recorded as a result of the extreme temperatures. For more information on Michael Delaware, visit: https://michaeldelaware.com…

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Check Out Battle Creek's Fun Parks and Recreation Options 10:18

2d ago10:18

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Warm weather months in Battle Creek bring city staff out to prepare parks and recreation spaces for summer. In this episode, Duska Brumm visits with BC City Connection to talk about parks and recreation options in the city - everything from Bailey Park to Full Blast to Binder Park Golf Course. Episode Resources BC Parks and Recreation website Watch…

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(Creating Dementia Solutions 34) Beware of Caregiver Burnout 13:24

3d ago13:24

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OK caregivers, face it: Burnout is inevitable. Helping your person with dementia is demanding on one's time - on top of the other life expectations most caregivers are keeping up with. In the next caregiver-focused episode, Miles for Memories volunteer Christi Losinski with Lakeview Assisted Living, focuses on how caregivers can help avoid burnout …

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Sermon 6-16-24 "Mark 12:28-44" 32:34

4d ago32:34

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Sermon, "Mark 12:28-44," by Pastor Preston Hoxworth during the Morning Worship Service on Sunday, June 16, 2024, at Calvary Baptist Church in Battle Creek, MichiganBy Sermons

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S3 E57 - A History of Cassopolis Michigan 25:08

5d ago25:08

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In this episode, I explore the history of Cassopolis, Michigan from its early pioneer founding days, including the old town square, early businesses and a few famous people who came from this little village in Cass County. For more information on Michael Delaware, visit: https://michaeldelaware.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.sp…

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The Meijer LPGA Classic - MGL Radio On Location 1:22:43

5d ago1:22:43

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This is the Michigan Golf Live Radio June 15th edition on location from the Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give at Blythefield Country Club near Grand Rapids, MI We'll take you behind the scenes of the event, the real impact of the charitable side, check in with Karen Stupples from Golf Channel, and give you a chance to win Snell Golf Balls and Roc…

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(Community Matters 88) New CM Segment will Focus on Veterans 30:40

6d ago30:40

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A new, periodic Community Matters segment will focus on local veterans. The segment will feature local experts from entities like the Battle Creek VA Medical Center, the Calhoun County Veterans Affairs Office and Summit Pointe. In this inaugural discussion, representatives from all three organizations share perspectives and overall vision for futur…

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(Community Matters 88) MAEDA Lawyer: Mediation Would be Good, but Supreme Court More Likely in Megasite Case 22:44

6d ago22:44

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Marshall Attorney Richard Lindsey returns to Community Matters to discuss his impressions of a June 6, 2024 hearing at the Michigan Court of Appeals. The hearing was a continuation of the ongoing suit targeting zoning at the Marshall Megasite where the Ford BlueOval Battery Park Michigan is being built. While the hearing had been expedited by the a…

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K9 Officers are a Force on the Force 16:35

8d ago16:35

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This time on Inside Calhoun County, Deputies Matt Burpee and David Winder talk about the role of K9 officers in Calhoun County. They also help us understand the process to bring a K9 officer to the force, the training involved - and, yes, the bond with their human partners. Episode Resources Calhoun County Sheriff's Office website Inside Calhoun Co…

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(Summit Pointe 53) Here's What the SP Medical Director Said When Asked About Men's Health 18:36

8d ago18:36

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Dr. James Gandy, Summit Pointe medical director, returns to talk about men's health. In particular, we asked Dr. Gandy to call to mind the top things he thinks of as it relates to men's health. Here's what he said. Episode Resources Tiny Habits website Summit Pointe/First Step website More Summit Pointe episodes The Summit Pointe podcast is a Livem…

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Sermon 6-9-24 "Mark 12:18-27" 27:22

15d ago27:22

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Sermon, "Mark 12:18-27," by John Paternoster during the Morning Worship Service on Sunday, June 9, 2024, at Calvary Baptist Church in Battle Creek, MichiganBy Sermons

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S3 E55 - Stories from Berrien County History with Rhiannon Cizon 1:09:32

11d ago1:09:32

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Rhiannon Cizon from the Berrien County Historical Association joins me to talk about history. She tells fascinating stories about the Clark Equipment Company, War Relics, Family Bibles and much more! Also find out about the Pickle Festival on July 4th and the upcoming True Crime & Wine event on June 20th! For information on the Berrien County Histo…

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Michigan Golf Live Radio - Traverse City Tourism - June 8 1:20:55

12d ago1:20:55

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This is the Michigan Golf Live Radio June 8th edition featuring Traverse City Tourism, a celebration of golf, life, fun, and food in one of America's top vacation destinations. We've got a full lineup of guests from the great golf destinations and attractions in the Traverse City region PLUS a contest where you can win tickets to the Meijer LPGA Cl…

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(Community Matters 87) MDOT Discusses Options for Road Upgrades in Marshall 28:01

13d ago28:01

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With population and business traffic increases expected in the area around Marshall, Michigan and its Marshall Area Jobs Opportunities and Recreation (MAJOR) campus, one can expect roadways will need to be upgraded. In June 2024, the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) presented some potential ideas for areas near the campus where Ford's B…

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(Community Matters 87) Wiggly Tail: Lady Plans to Fight Heartworm, Find a New Home 7:43

13d ago7:43

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Lady is a 3-year-old Beagle/Boxer mix featured in this Wiggly Tail visit to the Humane Society of South Central Michigan. Lady is actually a mix of some other things that make a dog great, too: Playful energy and cuddly; curious and sweet. As we learned in this visit. Lady has some priorities: Get over her heartworm condition and find her forever h…

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(Community Matters 87) Gray's on Deck Uses Baseball to Teach Kids Life Lessons 19:53

13d ago19:53

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Hear the story of a man whose vision to introduce kids to baseball in Battle Creek has turned into valuable lessons about teamwork and life. Evan Gray, Christa Dufraine and Britney Dowdy join Community Matters to talk about Gray's on Deck has hit a homer. Episode Resources Gray's on Deck website ABOUT COMMUNITY MATTERS Former WBCK Morning Show host…

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S3 E54 - The History of the Orphan Trains 1854 - 1929 37:14

15d ago37:14

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In this episode, I explore the history of the orphan trains which existed as a form of a child welfare program that lasted between 1854 - 1929. The first orphan train stop was in Dowagiac, Michigan in 1854. In the years they operated, over 200,000 children were placed in homes by charitable programs from eastern cities like New York and Boston. For…

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(Creating Dementia Solutions 33) Focus on the Can-Do, not the Can't-Do 13:05

16d ago13:05

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Caregivers: Has your person with dementia become discouraged over not being able to do some of the things they enjoy? Or, perhaps, they are anticipating a loss of function that will make those things impossible in the future. In this episode of Creating Dementia Solutions, Miles for Memories volunteer Anne Clark helps us focus on the can-do, not th…

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Sermon 6-2-24 "Mark 12:13-17" 40:29

22d ago40:29

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Sermon, "Mark 12:13-17," by John Pfund during the Morning Worship Service on Sunday, June 2, 2024, at Calvary Baptist Church in Battle Creek, MichiganBy Sermons

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S3 E53 - The Meanings of Plant Symbology in Historic Cemeteries 33:55

18d ago33:55

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In this episode, I explore the meanings of plant symbology in historic cemeteries. When you tour a cemetery, you will see headstones, monuments and even architecture with plant symbology worked into the design. It is easy to discount these as just decor, but in reality there is a symbolic meaning behind each one, and often it was carefully chosen t…

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Michigan Golf Live Radio - Grand Hotel - June 1 1:22:24

19d ago1:22:24

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This is the Michigan Golf Live Radio June 1st edition featuring Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island We're exploring the golf, history, and stories at historic Grand Hotel as we welcome in guests from all over the country to be part of the Grand Golf Getaway. Listeners will also hear details for entering a contest to win FREE GOLF and your choice of shir…

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New Beginnings 33:24

19d ago33:24

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On this episode, Coach Barnes talks with Tom about his transition from HC at Bishop Foley Catholic to his new position as HC at Waterford Kettering.By Tom Murphy Jr. and Brian Barnes

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(Community Matters 86) New CEO Mary Muliett Getting Settled at Battle Creek Community Foundation 25:03

19d ago25:03

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Just a couple of weeks after starting her position as the new chief executive of the Battle Creek Community Foundation, Mary Muliett sits down with Community Matters. Muliett reflects on succeeding longtime BCCF CEO Brenda Hunt, the foundational philosophies at the foundation and what it feels like to finally work in the town she's called home for …

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(Community Matters 86) Celebrating Cereal: National Cereal Fest 2024 10:04

23d ago10:04

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A Battle Creek tradition returns to downtown in celebration of cereal: National Cereal Fest 2024. Kelly Walden of Kellogg Arena returns to Community Matters to talk about Cereal Fest attractions everyone knows and loves: The Friday parade and Saturday free breakfast. She also lets us in on a few new reasons to attend the festivities - one of which …

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Public Defender's Office Created After State Reforms in 2019 18:56

26d ago18:56

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This time, Inside Calhoun County visits with David Makled, who oversees the Calhoun County Public Defender's Office. Created in 2019, the office was created after a state commission charged with studying the state of public defense called for reforms. Click to listen to how that affected those in need of legal representation in Calhoun County - whi…

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S3 E52 - 'Michigan in Her Pioneer Politics' by ADP Van Buren 1890 32:23

22d ago32:23

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In this episode, I explore an article included in the Pioneer Collections Annual Report of 1890 written by historian ADP Van Buren entitled "Michigan in Her Pioneer Politics". It offers an insight into the early political history of Michigan during the pioneer era, as well as the early formations of township governments and the emergence of the pol…

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Sermon 5-26-24 "Mark 11:27-12:12" 38:32

28d ago38:32

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Sermon, "Mark 11:27-12:12," by Pastor Preston Hoxworth during the Morning Worship Service on Sunday, May 26, 2024, at Calvary Baptist Church in Battle Creek, MichiganBy Sermons

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S3 E51 - Remembering Our Fallen Heroes on Memorial Day 27:22

29d ago27:22

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In this episode, I explore the stories of men who made the ultimate sacifice in service to their country that were from the Battle Creek area. I share stories from WWI, WWII & Vietnam. For the video I mentioned on Vietnam, click here. For more information on Michael Delaware, visit: https://michaeldelaware.com --- Send in a voice message: https://p…

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Michigan Golf Live Radio - Black Lake Golf Club - May 25 1:22:26

26d ago1:22:26

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This is the Michigan Golf Live Radio May 25 edition featuring Black Lake Golf Club Our featured destination this week is the stunning Rees Jones masterpiece, Black Lake Golf Club in Onaway, MI. We'll tell the story of the course, meet some of the great team that makes it special, and introduce you to the best golf package in the state - the Triple …

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(Community Matters 85) Committee Lawyer Preps for June 6 Appeals Hearing: 'We Think We Will Win' 24:14

27d ago24:14

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The attorney for the Committee for Marshall-Not the Megasite group fighting for a vote on the Ford BlueOval Battery Park zoning expects a Michigan Court of Appeals decision to go their way. Robby Dube returns to Community Matters to talk about the expectations for the June 6, 2024 hearing which offers a chance to turn the tide for the group. Prior …

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(Community Matters 85) Vette Resigns; County Board to Choose New Chair June 6 14:40

27d ago14:40

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Calhoun County Board of Commissioners Chair Kathy-Sue Vette announced her resignation from the panel, about half a year before her term ended. Vette did not file to run again. The District 3 vacancy will be filled by a resident of the district who applies and is selected by commissioners on June 6. That commissioner will finish Vette's term, which …

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(Community Matters 85) Consider Trimming Large Trees to Help Mitigate Damage in Severe Weather 13:56

27d ago13:56

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It has been a year for severe weather in 2024. A rare EF-1 tornado in Calhoun County struck in the middle of the night in February, causing damage to homes and other property. Another tornado, this one an EF-2, struck in Kalamazoo County in May, and is said to have destroyed more than 60 structures and damaged about 600. In either case, no deaths w…

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(Little Blinking Light 3) Perspectives on Open Source Software 12:27

28d ago12:27

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For some, it might seem a little scary to trust open source software as the basis for a critical program in your business. But, should we really be afraid of it? Hear AE Tech Design's Roger Ferworn and Richard Piet discuss why it may not be all that frightening. Episode Resources AE Tech Design website Book an Appointment with AE Tech Design AE Tec…

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Rich Beem - One On One with the 2002 PGA Champion 21:21

28d ago21:21

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Welcome to the Fore Golfers Network/Michigan Golf Live Podcast Ep 430 - Rich Beem - One On One with the 2002 PGA Champion We're visiting with Rich Beem, 2002 PGA Champion to talk about his game, the state of THE game, the marvel that is Langer, the challenges of Harbor Shores as a major championship venue, and more! ---------------- Subscribe to th…

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(Summit Pointe 52) After 29 Years, CEO Jeannie Goodrich Still Passionate about Summit Pointe 21:28

29d ago21:28

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In this episode of the Summit Pointe series, we sit down with our longtime CEO Jeannie Goodrich. After 29 years at the organization, Jeannie talks about working her way up the ranks, the staff and work that inspires her and how she goes to bed at the end of a weekend excited to get back to work. Episode Resources Summit Pointe/First Step website Mo…

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Land Bank Problem Solvers: Stabilizing Vulnerable Home Ownership Situations in Calhoun County 20:29

29d ago20:29

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This time on Inside Calhoun County, we hear from Krista Trout-Edwards. executive director of the Calhoun County Land Bank Authority. The CCLBA is working from many angles to keep neighborhoods stable, particularly when properties become foreclosed. Trout-Edwards discusses how properties become foreclosed upon, efforts to mitigate such situations, a…

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S3 E50 - Murder in Partello 1897 24:52

29d ago24:52

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In this episode, I explore a forgotten murder in the small village of Partello, Michigan that happened in 1897. Partello is located in Lee Township, in Calhoun County. The story also discusses briefly the subject of the infant mortality rate of the 1800's. For more information and a calendar for Michael Delaware, visit: https://michaeldelaware.com …

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Understanding the Proposal to Upgrade Battle Creek's Fire Stations 29:55

1M ago29:55

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In this episode of the BC City Connection, Battle Creek City Manager Rebecca Fleury and Fire Chief Bill Beaty help listeners understand the reasoning behind a proposal to upgrade the city's fire stations. At the center of the reasoning is one city fire station built more than 100 years ago, along with a second which are no longer suitable as fire s…

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Sermon 5-19-24 "Mark 11:12-25" 55:20

1M ago55:20

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Sermon, "Mark 11:12-25," by Pastor John Lippard during the Morning Worship Service on Sunday, May 19, 2024, at Calvary Baptist Church in Battle Creek, MichiganBy Sermons

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S3 E49 - The Skills of the Pioneers: A Talk with Tillers International & Earthcraft Skillshare 40:27

1M ago40:27

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In this episode, Tom Nehil & Eric Lafary join me from Tillers International, and also Brenna Pixley from Earthcraft Skillshare. We discuss the various skills used by the pioneers who settled in Michigan, and upcoming programs with both organizations this summer to impart a diverse collection of crafts and training. Both organizations offer numerous…

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Michigan Golf Live Radio - Battle Creek MI Southern Swing - May 18 1:22:38

1M ago1:22:38

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This is the Michigan Golf Live Radio May 18th edition featuring Battle Creek Area Golf & Fun. We're broadcasting from Battle Creek, MI to celebrate the group of courses, hotels, and other fun known as MISouthernSwing.com Explore this great golf destination located along I-94 in Calhoun County and be sure to listen in for details on a contest where …

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