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Diversity
Interest in Capoeira, a martial art, dance, and cultural touchpoint, is growing in Battle Creek
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Thursday, September 26, 2019
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Community Development
Police Athletic League and New Level Sports work together to reach young people in Battle Creek
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Thursday, September 26, 2019
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Healthy Communities
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Jane Simons
Thursday, September 19, 2019
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Diversity
Riding the concrete wave: How a skate plaza changed an unused space into a Vine gathering spot
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Thursday, September 19, 2019
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Transportation
Ride of 275 miles from Great Lake to Great Lake draws the biking faithful
Mark Wedel
Thursday, September 19, 2019
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Community Development
Ready for some hockey? Say hello to Interstate Hockey League’s Battle Creek Cavalry Hockey Club
Jane Simons
Thursday, June 27, 2019
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Kids and Education
New Level: Helping boys and girls learn what's important for success
Jane Simons
Thursday, December 6, 2018
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Sounds of the neighborhood: Listen closely and you will hear the unexpected
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