In a Nutshell aggregates the best stories of the week from Calhoun County
Calhoun County unofficial election results, Nov. 3, 2026 General Election
Source: Calhoun County Government
Unofficial results show Democrat Jim Haadsma defeating Republican incumbent Steve Frisbie in Michigan’s 44th House District, while Republican Melinda Weaver won the Calhoun County treasurer race. Mark Behnke and Scott Wolfersberger won the mayoral races in Battle Creek and Marshall, respectively. Voter turnout was 47.87%, with 54,917 ballots cast across Calhoun County. View complete unofficial election results.
MORE: Why has voter turnout been so low in Calhoun County
Marshall Area Economic Development Alliance names new CEO
Source: MLive
Amanda Lankerd has been named the next CEO of the Marshall Area Economic Development Alliance (MAEDA), effective Nov. 30. Lankerd, who currently leads the Battle Creek Area Association of Realtors and serves as president of the Marshall Public Schools Board of Education, brings more than 20 years of experience in business and nonprofit management.
A Moment in Time: The Best-Laid Plans
Source: Albion Recorder
A copper time capsule dating to the 1930s was discovered beneath the entrance steps of Albion City Hall during reconstruction work. Water had seeped inside, damaging historical newspapers and other contents, including a book and coins.
Calhoun County Land Bank Authority receives grant for home repair program for Albion, Homer
Source: WKZO
Eligible homeowners could receive up to $25,000 for necessary repairs through a program administered by the Calhoun County Land Bank Authority. The state-funded initiative is expected to support approximately 34 home repair projects in Albion and Homer.
The Importance of Partnerships: Bronson & The Burma Center – 10 Years and Counting
Source: Bronson Health
For 10 years, Bronson Battle Creek and the Burma Center have worked together to improve access to health care for the area’s Burmese community through interpretation services and culturally relevant health education. Bronson recently received the Burma Center’s 2026 Community Champion Award in recognition of the partnership.
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