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First Aired January 28, 2023 In his periodic Calhoun County Board of Commissioners update on Community Matters, Steve Frisbie discusses the process of being sworn in and the procedure to elect a chair and vice-chair. He also reflects on the time he has served as a commissioner, marking the start of his seventh term. Episode Resources Calhoun County …
Courtesy Summit Pointe First Aired January 21, 2023 Calhoun County’s behavioral health organization, Summit Pointe, announced in December 2022 it would move its medical services to 175 College Street in Battle Creek – on the opposite side of the First Step urgent care building. In this episode, Operations Director Jamie Schook discusses this change and …
First Aired January 21, 2023 Peter Vogel joined the South Michigan Food Bank four years ago – just in time to face record demands for food assistance over the COVID-19 pandemic. In this discussion he talks about how they managed while demand was doubled. Looking ahead, Vogel sees other challenges, too, but remains energized and upbeat about …
First Aired January 14, 2023 With the announcement that Battle Creek Police Chief Jim Blocker will retire in early 2023, Deputy Chief Shannon Bagley has been tapped as interim chief. Bagley discusses his law enforcement career and priorities for the BCPD in this episode. Episode Resources Listen: (Community Matters 7) BC Police Chief Speaks Frankly About Effects of …
First Aired January 14, 2023 Battle Creek Police Chief Jim Blocker announced his retirement in late 2022, with his last day on the job January 31, 2023. In this episode, Chief Blocker discusses whether his initial goals for the department have been met, what led to his decision to step down and the handoff to …
First Aired January 7, 2023 MDOT spokesperson Nick Schirripa discusses the I-94/Capital Avenue bridge replacement scheduled for summer 2023, including special accommodations being made for pedestrians during the project. He also discusses several other bridge projects on the I-94 Battle Creek corridor, as well as how to view MDOT road cameras – especially in bad …
First Aired January 7, 2023 With a significant Burmese American population settled in the Battle Creek area, the Burma Center initially helped support folks in their process to get settled in a new country, culture and community. Now, Burma Center Executive Director Tha Par discusses how the mission of the Burma Center has adapted to …
The first in a series of discussions focused on those living with dementia and their caregivers, the Creating Dementia Solutions podcast shines the light on Miles for Memories. Or, more accurately, the solutions Miles for Memories has created which have helped improve the lives of those living with dementia in the Battle Creek, Michigan area – and …
