Black Squirrel News

  • Mar. 12, 2026

    County, city leaders weigh in during 2026 State of the Community panel Source: AccessVision Leaders from Calhoun County, Albion, Battle Creek, Marshall and Springfield took part in a State of the Community panel hosted by AccessVision. Moderated by Richard Piet,…

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  • Mar. 5, 2026

    The City has big plans for the future, whether it’s tearing down parts of Lakeview Square Mall or building 1,000 homes. Live, work, and play: The City of Battle Creek Reimagines Lakeview District Source: WWMT Over the last several years,…

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  • Feb. 26, 2026

    It’s a little late for Valentine’s Day, but we always have time for love. In a Nutshell includes a marriage between two centenarians, a new restaurant in Battle Creek and why Ride Calhoun is important. Bud + Violet: A Love…

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  • We are your neighbors. We are Black Squirrel News.

    We are your neighbors. We are Black Squirrel News.

    Local news faces real challenges. Traditional newsrooms have shrunk, leaving critical gaps in coverage. At the same time, the ways people consume news have shifted toward social and digital platforms. In these spaces, attention spans are shorter, algorithms often reinforce…

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