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Battle Creek

Battle Creek
Battle Creek
With an economic development organization that is the envy of many communities, Battle Creek is building on its food industry roots and maximizing the space that makes it the state's third largest city in land area. For fun each year Cereal City, world headquarters to the Kellogg Co., celebrates the most important meal of the day with the World's Longest Breakfast Table. Bikers, joggers and nature explorers have a trail system of parks, forests and streams linked by a 24-mile linear park. Campers and outdoor-lovers visit Fort Custer Recreation Area for fishing, hiking, cross-country skiing and boating. For animal lovers, Binder Park Zoo is a must. The Battle Creek Art Center and Battle Creek Symphony stoke the city's many cultural offerings and the new Firekeeper's Casino adds to the city's fun side. B.C's Math and Science Center is acclaimed and secondary education needs are met by Kellogg Community College, Robert B. Miller College and a branch of Western Michigan University. As a touchstone to the city's history, Sojourner Truth, who lived here, watches over downtown from a memorial built in her honor.

Disc golf and bikes lead to change in Battle Creek

Chad and Niaomi Curtis' shop is more than a place to find a bicycle. It's home to a program that teaches young people bike repair skills. Plus Chad is behind Battle Creek's three Disc Golf Courses. Jane Parikh talks to the couple to find out what motivates their work.

Video: Country's best gymnasts compete in Battle Creek

Battle Creek recently hosted some of the best young gynmasts in the nation. Second Wave's Erik Holladay was there to capture the event with his camera.

What I've learned during Michigan's fight on home foreclosure

MSHDA is partnering with the state’s religious leaders and faith communities to help homeowners avoid foreclosure with a program that addresses each homeowner’s unique situation.

Much more than vegetables grow at Sprout Urban Farms

A community gathering to talk about ways to improve life where they live led to organizing a farm in the city. Zinta Aistars has the story of Sprout Urban Farm.

As a Beacon Community, Battle Creek can show others how change happens

A three-year initiative targeting social issues in Battle Creek funded with a $1.4 million grant from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation has begun. The goal is for the community to not only deal with its issues but become a national model  for resolving challenges. That's why they call it a Beacon Community. Jane Parikh reports.

Knee-High Naturalists introduces world of wonder

Petting reptiles and learning about amphibians too--it’s all in a day for Knee-High Naturalists. Margaret DeRitter reports on the program that draws kids from across the region to Binder Park Zoo for an up-close visit with nature.

Dreaming of owning a Michigan home?

With low mortgage rates and many houses to choose from, there’s never been a better time for state residents to buy their own home.

Thanks for listening, Michigan!

People across the state have helped "the Prosperity Agenda" radio show on Detroit news/talk 760 WJR win international acclaim.

Battle Creek elementary brings the community to school

At Prairieview Elementary in Battle Creek a program called Developing the Community helps people and organizations make the connections students need for better lives and more learning. Zinta Aistars has the story of one school's holistic approach to education. 

Remembering the Top 10 stories of 2012

What do bitcoins, roses, and Tim Fischell have in common? They were the subjects of the top three most read Southwest Michigan's Second Wave stories in 2012. To find out what stories round out the top 10, read on.
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Mustache Society changes the face of charity

More than 800 people dressed for the cold and headed out to the Battle Creek Metropolitan Area Mustache Society's (BCMAMS) third annual Festivus celebration to raise more than $2,000 for the Leila Arboretum Society. And that only begins to tell the tale of the hair growing fundraisers' event.
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