In a Nutshell aggregates the best stories of the week from Calhoun County
Why’s That: Is there still cereal in the Cereal City?
Source: WMUK
WMUK explores whether Battle Creek still lives up to its “Cereal City” nickname. Post and Kellogg continue manufacturing cereal locally, although the industry employs far fewer people than it once did.
Marshall housing growth raises questions about affordability, supply
Source: WWMT
More than 1,300 new homes have been proposed or completed in Marshall since Ford announced its BlueOval battery plant in 2023, but only about 50 to 60 have been built so far. With more jobs expected, the city faces questions about whether there will be enough affordable housing for workers.
The ‘Big Albion Plan’ aims to ‘revitalize’ downtown with apartments, storefronts
Source: Albion Pleiad
Work is underway to renovate nine historic buildings in downtown Albion, creating 21 apartments and six storefronts. The $11 million project, supported by $5 million in state funding, aims to attract new residents and businesses while preserving the city’s historic buildings.
Springfield’s Burma Center marks 15th anniversary with annual Friendraiser
Source: Fox 17
The Burma Center marked its 15th anniversary with its annual Friendraiser, celebrating its work helping Burmese families in the Battle Creek area access jobs, health care, education and other services. FOX 17 also profiles the owner of Suipi’s East End Eatery, who credits the organization with helping her get started.
Summit Pointe Joins Calhoun County Partners to Build A School Mental Health Program
Source: Battle Creek Podcast
Summit Pointe, Calhoun Intermediate School District and Starr Commonwealth are working together to help schools address students’ mental health and behavioral needs. The partnership provides training, coaching and access to the Student Resilience and Empowerment Center.
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