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God’s Kitchen offering free Thanksgiving dinners at two Battle Creek sites next week

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — God’s Kitchen of Michigan is once again offering free community Thanksgiving dinners in Battle Creek with two meal sites. The first dinner will be served from 5 to 6 p.m. at First United Methodist Church on Wednesday, Nov. 18. Amazing America: Holland keeps true...

Battle Creek, MI · 17h
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We Are Kalamazoo

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Tustin Family Steps Away From Richland Lanes As New Owners Take Over The Lanes

Big changes at Richland Lanes: the Tustin family is stepping away after pouring weekends and long days into the place, and new owners with roots in Battle Creek and Delton are taking over.

Richland, MI · 3d

flightjournal.com

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The Most Unusual World War II Aircraft Restorations

Some of the most striking World War II restorations involve aircraft pulled from lake bottoms, raised from seabeds, or rescued from unlikely second careers as roadside attractions. The challenge in each case extends well beyond ordinary metalwork. Recovered from the Water. FM-2 Wildcat 57039 spent 68 years on the floor...

Portage, MI · 18h
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Water disconnections for nonpayment in Battle Creek to resume in March

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — Battle Creek is about to resume water disconnections for residents who haven't paid their bills. The city stopped shutting off water to residents for nonpayment during the COVID-19 pandemic, and has continued that policy ever since. At a meeting Tuesday, city commissioners discussed plans to...

Battle Creek, MI · 2d
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Behnke wins reelection as B.C. mayor; Haadsma defeats Frisbie in State House District 44 rematch; incumbent Lightner wins in House District 45; State Senators Lindsey, Albert reelected

Battle Creek Mayor Mark Behnke won reelection Nov. 3, capturing 45.44% of the vote (7,284 votes), defeating challengers Lynn Ward Gray (40.92% and 6,560 votes) and Tino Smith (12.94% and 2,074 votes). “I am deeply honored and humbled by the trust the people of Battle Creek have placed in me...

Battle Creek, MI · 2d

wmta.org

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Merry Mile 2026: Stars, Stripes & Merry Mile Bright!

A Calhoun County Holiday Tradition Returns December 2!. ‘Tis the season, and the countdown is on! We’re making our list and checking it twice as the Calhoun County Agricultural and Industrial Society (CCAIS) prepares to light up the Calhoun County Fairgrounds for Merry Mile 2026 – Stars, Stripes & Merry Mile Bright!

Calhoun County, MI · 1d

The Battle Creek Enquirer

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Centrica Care seeks volunteers to help families through grief

Centrica Care Navigators is looking for volunteers to help southwest Michigan residents and families cope with the loss of loved ones. The nonprofit needs volunteers for a variety of grief support programs, according to a community announcement. Volunteers may prepare grief support mailings and materials, organize resources, sort data and help with programs including “Walking Through Grief” and “Dinner with Friends.” Opportunities also include making grief support follow-up calls and preparing materials for upcoming camps and retreats. “Navigating grief is no easy journey, and our volunteers are an integral part of our grief support team,” Jodi Vanlerberghe, volunteer program manager at Centrica Care Navigators, said in the announcement. “With their help, we provide meaningful and impactful care to individuals and families experiencing loss. Whether helping prepare materials, assisting with our programs or offering a listening ear, their time and compassion make a huge difference in the lives of those we serve.” No special experience needed to volunteer Centrica Care Navigators also offers grief camps for children and retreats for adults with help from its staff and volunteers. Volunteers receive comprehensive training, ongoing guidance and educational resources to prepare them for their roles, according to the announcement. No special experience is

Van Buren County, MI · 12h

We Are Battle Creek

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West Michigan Loses Its First Bojangles Restaurant

Bojangles is already gone from Michigan. Now, hundreds of Wendy's restaurants are caught up in the same company's bankruptcy battle.

Grand Rapids, MI · 2d

Sturgis Journal

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Sturgis schools weigh new bond after May rejection

STURGIS, MI – A three-part bond proposal to fund upgrades throughout the Sturgis Public Schools campus is being examined for consideration next year, months after a similar, $98 million request was nixed by voters. The board of education and district administrators on Nov. 6 and Nov. 9, discussed a potential $86.7 million proposal, one that could be broken into sections by academic and athletic priority. All told, the proposal in development would see a millage rate of about 6.95 mills. The matter is still in the discussion phase, but will need to be finalized by January to make deadline for a spring ballot measure, district officials said. More: Sturgis holiday events bring festive fun to downtown A potential first request, estimated at about $51.2 million, would seek funding for academic infrastructure, such as bathroom renovations, roof replacements, barrier-free access and security improvements, technology, library renovations, classroom renovations, parking, drives and site work. A second request would focus on reduced athletic complex upgrades at $9.2 million, including new LED stadium lighting, a new grandstand at the soccer field and soil remediation, a reduction of more than $12 million over May’s proposal. A third section at approximately $26.3 million would ask for

Sturgis, MI · 2d

Sturgis Journal

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Mendon volleyball season comes to a close in regional semifinals

ATHENS — The Mendon volleyball program is no stranger to playing this late in the season. A perennial staple in the Division 4 playoffs, Mendon has long had a tradition to piling up district trophies. The Hornets play in the regional tournament and expect to be there. This year, there were some bumps along the way, but Arika Jungers and her group navigated their way to another regional appearance. Unfortunately for the first-year head coach and the Hornets, the appearance will not end in the regional finals. On Tuesday night, Mendon fell in five sets to 10th-ranked Kalamazoo Hackett in the semifinals at Athens High School. "To say that this team hasn't battled mentally and physically all season would be completely foolish," Jungers said following Tuesday's match. "These kids, the way they showed up tonight and battled every single set — it's just a testament to their work ethic and how hard we worked to turn this last month of the season into something we are so incredibly proud of." MENDON FOOTBALL KEEPS GOING: Mendon beats Marcellus to win regional title in 8-player football, 60-14 COLON BACK IN SEMIFINALS: Colon again takes out Climax-Scotts to win regional football title The

Mendon, MI · 2d

Sturgis Journal

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Sturgis invites residents to 'Chocolate in the City'

The Sturgis Downtown Development Authority is presenting "Chocolate in the City" from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Nov. 13 in downtown Sturgis, according to a community announcement. Organizers are selling custom chocolate boxes for $15 each. Quantities are limited and boxes must be purchased before the event. Payment is by cash or check. Participants will take their empty custom box to participating downtown businesses during the event and fill the box with chocolates at each stop. More: LaGrange church hosts annual craft bazaar event How the event works Boxes will not be available for purchase the night of the event. Community members interested in participating are encouraged to buy a box in advance. The event is being promoted through the Sturgis Area Chamber of Commerce, Willers Shoes and Olive Fresh, which are listed on event materials. Event details What: "Chocolate in the City"Where: Downtown SturgisWhen: Nov. 13, 5:30-8 p.m.Cost: $15 per custom chocolate boxPayment: Cash or checkAvailability: Limited quantities; advance purchase required Subscribe: Follow this story. Subscribe to the Sturgis News Journal This story was produced with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were involved in every step of the review, editing and publishing process. Learn more at cm.usatoday.com/ethical-conduct .

Sturgis, MI · 2d

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Riding the ‘Silver Tsunami’: Women shedding corporate careers for entrepreneurship

This story originally appeared in Encore Magazine Nov. 1. It is republished here as part of the Southwest Michigan Journalism Collaborative’s coverage of equitable community development. The SWMJC is a group of 12 regional organizations dedicated to strengthening local journalism. To learn more, visit swmichjournalism.com. When Katie Boertman, 50,...

Kalamazoo, MI · 2d

WOOD TV8

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No asbestos health risk in Haverhill building, Portage Public Schools says

The U.S. Environmental Protection agency inspected the original Haverhill school building for asbestos Friday and "found nothing of concern," a Portage Public Schools spokesperson said.

Portage, MI · 8h

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Five Michigan Cities Vote In Health Boards as Officials Sort the Rules

The key question after the Nov. 3 votes is whether five Michigan cities can establish their health care committees in time to meet the recurring deadlines written into their charters. The election results set the task; they did not settle when the work must begin. Bridge Michigan reported the margins:...

East Lansing, MI · 1d

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Everett finishes 20th at MHSAA Diving Regional

DEWITT, MI (WTVB) – Coldwater sophomore Alyssa Everett represented the Cardinals at Thursday’s MHSAA Division 2 Diving Regional at DeWitt High School. After eight out of eleven dives, Everett missed the cut with a score of 165.55, good for 20th place. The top seventeen finishers qualified for next weekend’s Division 2 Lower Peninsula Finals at the Holland Aquatic Center.

Coldwater, MI · 1d

The Detroit News

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Give rural hospitals a fighting chance | Opinion

Last year, Sturgis Hospital celebrated a milestone few community institutions ever reach: 100 years of serving rural Michigan. A little more than 15 months later, it closed for good. For the residents of the surrounding community, the closure means longer ambulance rides, fewer options for medical treatment, and potentially life-threatening delays in emergency care. The closure of Sturgis is hardly an isolated incident. Nearly 700 rural hospitals across the country are at risk of closure, including 260 facing immediate financial peril. More than 100 rural hospitals have shut their doors over the past two decades. Rural communities can't afford to keep losing access to essential medical care. What's needed are reforms that help independent rural hospitals remain competitive and expand access to affordable, high-quality healthcare. Running a financially sustainable rural hospital is often an uphill battle. Rural hospitals generally serve relatively small patient populations. Yet they still have to maintain expensive facilities, equipment, and staff to provide essential services around the clock. Compounding the problem, rural patients frequently bypass their local hospitals for lucrative elective surgeries, such as knee replacements. One study of rural hospitals in four states found that patients bypassed their local hospital for nearly half of elective

Sturgis, MI · 2d

Fox17

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Vicksburg Clothing Company returning to Downtown Vicksburg after over 100 years

Vicksburg Clothing Company is returning to Main Street in the heart of Vicksburg, bringing unique gifts alongside it in time for the holiday season. This comes following a revival effort by The Mill Group, where all kinds of apparel can be found at 106 S. Main Street. The storefront is...

Vicksburg, MI · 2d

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Turnovers help Mendon football thrash Marcellus to win regional title

MENDON — In a clash of local eight-man football programs last weekend, it was the established and experienced Mendon team that raced past an up-and-coming and gritty Marcellus team Saturday afternoon by a score of 60-14. The Wildcats kept it close in the early going, taking the 7-6 lead at the end of the first quarter, but the Hornets capitalized on two Marcellus turnovers in the second quarter en route to a 36-14 lead at the half, eventually running away with the victory and putting them one step closer to a trip to the Superior Dome.

Marcellus, MI · 15h

The Battle Creek Enquirer

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Harper Creek's Camille Robinson signs to play volleyball at East Tennessee State

BATTLE CREEK - Harper Creek volleyball coach Terra King knew she had a future college athlete in her gym when Camille Robinson was in fifth grade. On Wednesday, King watched Robinson sign her National Letter of Intent to make that official. Robinson committed to play Division I volleyball at East Tennessee State during a signing ceremony at Harper Creek High School on Wednesday, Nov. 11. MORE: No. 4 St. Philip advances in volleyball regionals; Lakeview falls short "I am so excited for her. This has been a dream of hers. Camille started being a ball girl in our gym in fifth grade. I hardly remember Harper Creek volleyball without her being here," King said. "She has been looking forward to this and wanting this. This has been on her dream list since then and we had no doubt this day would come." Robinson, a senior outside hitter, is a difference maker for the Beavers. She finished her senior high school volleyball season as a four-time all-city and all-league selection. She ended her season with 584 kills, 319 digs, 61 aces and 44 blocks while hitting .272. She started the season as a Miss Volleyball Award candidate, given to the top

Battle Creek, MI · 2d

The Daily Reporter

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Tibbits auction raises more than $100,000 to support theater programs

COLDWATER, MI — Tibbits Opera House relies on more than ticket sales to keep its stage lively, its historic building maintained, and its arts programs accessible to the community. The organization set a new single-event fundraising record on Saturday, Nov. 7. Tibbits' 47th Annual Auction, “Diamonds and Denim,” raised over $100,000 Saturday night. Proceeds from the auction help sustain the theater and its diverse programming. Executive Director Chris Delaney emphasized that fundraising is essential because ticket sales alone do not cover the cost of running the theater and presenting its programs. “Almost half of our income comes from community support,” Delaney said. “Most shows do not pay for themselves.” While Tibbits is best known for its professional summer theater, Delaney said its impact extends much further. The organization presents concerts, comedy, jazz, blues, classical music, movies, and visual arts exhibits. Youth programming includes Tibbits Young Audiences, which stages two productions each year and gives young performers experience in acting, singing, and dancing. Delaney said theater teaches children discipline, teamwork, and confidence in public speaking. The building also serves as a community venue, with local schools, community theatre, and other organizations using the space for productions and events. Delaney said this

Coldwater, MI · 1d