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Onsite application support for WRAP water bill assistance resumes weekly Thursday schedule

By Press release submission | Jan 7, 2023

Flint residents are encouraged to apply for the Water Residential Assistance Program (WRAP)—a two-year program that provides assistance to eligible, low-income households through water bill credits, arrearage assistance, and water conservation assistance, such as minor plumbing repairs.

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An Update to Public Meeting Livestreaming Coverage

By Press release submission | Jan 6, 2023

Happy New Year, neighbors!

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NWMS Celebrates Attendance, Achievement With Hot Breakfast

By Press release submission | Jan 2, 2023

On December 16, 2022, the Northwestern Middle School (NWMS) attendance team and Positive School Experience team collaborated to host a “Breakfast Champions” celebration for outstanding student attendance and achievement.

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EDA awards $522,750 in grants for economic development projects in Calhoun County in 2022

By Battle Creek Times | Jan 1, 2023

In 2022, the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) awarded a total of $522,750 in grants for economic development projects in Calhoun County, Michigan.

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First Annual SMS Culture Fair a Success

By Press release submission | Dec 31, 2022

On Wednesday, December 21, Springfield Middle School (SMS) hosted its first-ever Culture Fair and saw an impressive turnout.

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Battle Creek Times area weekly mass times

By Battle Creek Times | Dec 31, 2022

The following parishes in the Battle Creek Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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UM-Flint OT, MBA grad working to improve outcomes for Parkinson's patients

By Press release submission | Dec 31, 2022

Parkinson's disease is the second-most common neurodegenerative disease in the U.S, according to the Parkinson's Foundation.

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HUD awards $500,000 Planning grant to Flint Housing Commission and City of Flint

By Press release submission | Dec 31, 2022

The US Department of Housing and Urban Development has awarded the Flint Housing Commission and the City of Flint a 2022 Choice Neighborhoods Planning Grant in the amount of $500,000.

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Battle Creek fire, police departments investigating Tuesday evening residential fire and homicide

By Press release submission | Dec 31, 2022

Battle Creek fire and police departments are jointly investigating a residential fire that led to the discovery of a homicide at the same residence, which occurred Tuesday evening on Laurel Drive.

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Community collaboration supports families for the holidays

By Press release submission | Dec 28, 2022

Battle Creek Police, Faith Baptist Church, and others in the community have joined efforts to support 12 families for the holidays.

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Battle Creek Times area weekly mass times

By Battle Creek Times | Dec 24, 2022

The following parishes in the Battle Creek Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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City hires Kimberly Holley as DEI Officer

By Press release submission | Dec 24, 2022

The city announces Kimberly Holley as our new Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer, starting Jan. 23, 2023.

City Bus Passes Available to Families on Bus Waitlist

By Press release submission | Dec 19, 2022

We wanted to share a quick update for families who may still be struggling with getting their students to school due to the ongoing bus driver shortage we are experiencing.

2022-2024 Battle Creek City Commission officially sworn in

By Press release submission | Dec 19, 2022

The City Clerk officially swore in the new Battle Creek City Commission during their Dec. 6 organizational meeting.

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Battle Creek Times area weekly mass times

By Battle Creek Times | Dec 17, 2022

The following parishes in the Battle Creek Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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UM-Flint health care administration alum making a difference at Ascension Genesys Hospital

By Press release submission | Dec 16, 2022

Well-trained doctors, nurses and other health care providers are essential in allowing individuals and communities to thrive.

“A symbol of hope and optimism”—Junior Mayors to preside at City of Flint tree lighting

By Press release submission | Dec 16, 2022

Mayor Sheldon Neeley invites the Flint community to attend the traditional tree lighting ceremony at Flint City Hall Monday, December 19 at 5:15 p.m.

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Ace Hardware stores ranked 2nd out of 100 top retailers

By Battle Creek Times | Dec 15, 2022

Ace Hardware received the second highest number of points in the Top Omnichannel 100 Retailers report.

Mr. LaGrand is Back in a Familiar Space at Ann J. Kellogg Elementary

By Press release submission | Dec 13, 2022

Ann J. Kellogg Elementary’s Mr. LaGrand is serving as a new long-term guest teacher this year, but the school is a familiar home for him - he attended Ann J.

UPDATE: City announces holiday closures, service changes

By Press release submission | Dec 13, 2022

UPDATE 12/13 - City Hall will be OPEN for business Thursday, Dec. 15.