Black Squirrel News
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Apr. 9, 2026
Exploring Michigan: Louie’s Bakery has been serving Marshall for nearly 75 years Source: WWMT See behind the scenes of this Marshall staple known for its nut rolls and now owned by the original owner’s grandson Jason, alongside his aunt and…
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What to Know About Ride Calhoun and the New Transit Authority
After voters approved a transportation millage in 2024, Ride Calhoun is expanding fixed-route, paratransit and on-demand service across the county. By: Lucy Hough / For Black Squirrel News BATTLE CREEK — Ride Calhoun is the operating name of the Transportation Authority…
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Apr. 2, 2026
Day-to-day interactions with happy customers keeps Pastrami Joe’s owner going Source: SecondWave Andrew Scibbe’s plan was to become a pastor and be in ministry as a way to positively impact people’s lives. Then he found another way. Austin School Lofts…
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Child care workers celebrate, talk about current pressures
Recognition ceremony honors early learning professionals while pointing to the pressures facing the sector By Nick J. Buckley / For Black Squirrel News BATTLE CREEK — Battle Creek’s early learning and care professionals stood together on stage in a spotlight they…
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Mar. 26, 2026
Verona Well Field outside Battle Creek declared PFAS site Source: Wood TV8 The City of Battle Creek assured residents that the city’s drinking water is not drawn from contaminated area. Battle Creek clears the runway for drones and autonomous flight…
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How Cassidy Porter is changing the narrative in Albion
Calhoun County Storytellers: Cassidy Porter By Lucy Hough / For Black Squirrel News ALBION—No one knows Albion quite like Cassidy Porter. She is a fourth generation Albion resident, she is an Albion College alumna who also served as a Build…
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Mar. 19, 2026
10 spring break activities in Calhoun County Gather the family and experience spring break in Calhoun County! Whether you’re looking for art, tacos or penguins – there is something fun for everyone. Source: Calhoun County Visitors Bureau LISTEN: Public Health…
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JJ’s Sweet Treats Bakery and Café opens in Battle Creek’s Northside neighborhood
For Jordan Edwards, the new brick-and-mortar café is the latest step in a journey shaped by family, mentors and community support. By Nick J. Buckley / For Black Squirrel News BATTLE CREEK — Jordan Edwards stood tall behind the counter of…
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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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How the Marshall Modernization Project is changing the roads
Breaking down the state’s plans to rebuild infrastructure around Marshall as Ford’s BlueOval Battery Park Michigan aims to begin production this year By: Nick J. Buckley, Lucy Hough/For Black Squirrel News MARSHALL, Mich. — The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT)…