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This week in Battle Creek, Michigan, there were three incidents of concern. These incidents include a man seen worshiping a woman's feet in a casino, a fight, chase, and stabbings at a hotel, and a mass overdose event caused by unknown drug mixes.

First responders were called to a home in Calhoun County on Nov. 23. Emergency responders administered naloxone, which is used to reverse the effects of opioids, to at least 10 people who reportedly overdosed.

Marshall, Michigan experienced two incidents this week. The first incident involved a home in Marshall being damaged by a fire that broke out in a fireplace. Firefighters quickly responded and brought the fire under control. The second incident involved the theft of a Green Yamaha Kodiak 700 four-wheeler from a cornfield in Girard Township. Michigan State Police are investigating the theft and seeking information from the public.

A former high-ranking labor official in Michigan pled guilty Friday, Dec. 1 after he was accused of sexually assaulting a woman at a 2022 political fundraiser. Jonathan Byrd, 40 of Battle Creek, entered a guilty plea for one count of aggravated assault with an agreement that asks the judge to sentence him to 90 days in prison, a news release from the Michigan Attorney General said. Byrd had previously been prominent in Michigan politics and lobbying on behalf of the Michigan Laborer’s District Council of the Laborer’s International Union of North America (LiUNA).

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — A “relationship triangle” resulted in a 22-year-old woman being stabbed, others assaulted with broken glass, a 15-person brawl, and a police chase that reached nearly 100 mph chase, according to a press release from Battle Creek police Sunday. A 22-year-old and 28-year-old woman...

KALAMAZOO, MI (WKZO AM/FM) – A Battle Creek woman has been arraigned on murder charges after a crash that caused the death of two people in August in Kalamazoo County’s Ross Township. 29-year-old Rachael Story is being charged with two counts each of Second Degree Murder, Reckless Driving...

Two women arguing over a man quickly spun out of control at a Battle Creek hotel over the weekend and led to three stabbings and a police chase at speeds of over 100 mph, police said.

• A K-9 officer named Cash from the Eaton County Sheriff's Office in Michigan has passed away. • Cash served with the sheriff's office for over 7 years and was involved in numerous law enforcement responses.

In Bellevue, the simple act of observing the walls can turn into a journey through time and culture. The village's rich history and cultural vibrancy have been captured by local artists, transforming its walls into a narrative mosaic. Notable are the Bellevue Hospital Murals by David Margolis, which echo the triumphs of the human spirit amidst the Great Depression. Restored to their former glory, they join the Bellevue Community League's commissioned pieces in telling the 95-year-old tale of the village. From mining sagas to the iconic Borden Park bandshell, these murals are a testament to Bellevue's artistic devotion, immortalizing its essence in vivid hues for posterity.

A Springfield street improvement project is one of 11 transportation proposals to receive a portion of $4 million in state funding. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced this week that Springfield will receive $375,000 in Category F transportation and economic development funding to resurface Avenue A between Helmer Road (M-37) and Dickman Road (M-89). Springfield will contribute $154,000 toward the project.

Interested in adopting a pet — or just looking at some adorable pets near you up for adoption? There are dozens of endearing pets up for adoption at animal shelters in and around charlotte..

Photo from Unsplash and unrelated to the city. For most people, it is a constant necessity of life to manage gas prices. The national average price for a gallon of regular-grade gas on Saturday is $3.247, a week ago the price is $3.259 , according to AAA.

Ceresco, Michigan, may be small, but its name carries a legacy deeply rooted in agricultural history. Named after Ceres, the Roman goddess of agriculture, the town was established in 1838 by founders who recognized the rich farming potential of the land. As a historic center of cultivation, Ceresco's commitment to agriculture has been a constant, shaping the community's identity and livelihood.

BATTLE CREEK — Down 10 in the second half, it seemed like the first win of the season was going to have to wait for another night for Lakeview. However, as Spartan coach Steve Wichmann said after, "It's a heckuva lot better to be 1-0 on opening night, than 0-1." The Spartans rallied for...

MARSHALL TOWNSHIP, MI (WNWN/WTVB) – The Marshall Township Board has taken a step toward building a new fire station that has more training space for firefighters and additional bays for fire trucks as well as more storage for life-saving equipment. The new proposed Fire Station 1 in Marshall Township...

This article presents a guide to four outstanding cafes in Battle Creek. Have you had the chance to visit any of these yet? If you have, we'd love to hear your experiences in the comments section below!

In this article, we're exploring three standout burgers that Battle Creek has to offer. Have you had the chance to taste any of them yet? We'd love to hear your thoughts, so feel free to share your experiences in the comments section below.

(The story of the sanitarium is an extensive one...this is just a nutshell version for an easier read.) For $11,000, a farm was purchased in Battle Creek on which the Western Health Reform Institute was developed – and opened on September 5, 1866. The staff and patients included “two doctors, two bath attendants, one nurse (untrained), three or four helpers, and one patient.” The institute had accommodations for 12 patients which soon filled to capacity. Seeing that more room and more staff was needed, an urgent plea was sent: “hustle young men off to some doctor mill, and get ready. Our institute buildings are already larger than our doctors.” One of those young men happened to be John H. Kellogg.

BRONSON – The Bronson Viking varsity boys basketball team celebrated their 2023-24 home opener in style Friday night, playing in front of a raucous student section as they opened their home schedule with a visit from Pennfield. Thanks to a huge second half and another 30-point game from junior guard Kam Brackett it was the Vikings taking Friday’s non-conference tilt by the score of 53-47. “It helps when you hit a couple shots but overall, we wanted to focus on our defense tonight,” Bronson coach Damien Loveless said. “We had a couple of big turnovers early, but we told the guys to just focus on our defense, which we did, especially in the second half there where we switched back-and-forth between our three different defenses to give Pennfield different looks. I think that gave us some advantages on a few key possessions and we were able to hit some big shots late to get this win.”

BATTLE CREEK, MI — Battle Creek Police have released a 6-minute video that includes footage of a chase that reached 100 mph and the incident that preceded it over the weekend. The video, released Tuesday, Nov. 28, is a compilation of body-worn and dash camera footage from several Battle...