Community Matters Calhoun County
A community interview series focused on Calhoun County, Michigan, featuring voices from Battle Creek, Marshall, Albion and all around the county. Join host Richard Piet to discuss local events, non-profits, local schools, government and community leaders.
Underwritten by Lakeview Ford-Lincoln, Community Matters also airs as a radio program Saturday mornings on 95.3 FM in Battle Creek.
Community Matters Calhoun County
Latest Episodes
(Community Matters 190) Run-Up to Roofsit 2: Helping Remove Obstacles That Lead to Homelessness
This is the second in a series of interviews shedding light on The Haven of Rest's mission and programs ahead of its annual Roofsit fundraiser. The Haven marks its 70th anniversary in 2026.A lot of people talk about homelessness...
(Community Matters 190) Customized Service Dogs to Fit Any Need
A dog that can change a life doesn’t happen by accident and it definitely doesn’t happen overnight. Anne Barea, Chair of the Board at Paws With A Cause and a certified dog trainer, explains how a tiny puppy grows into a custom-trained assistanc...
(Community Matters 190) A Free Family Adventure Day With Trails, Bikes, And Orienteering
A free afternoon outside can do more for a family than another packed schedule, and that’s the heart of Trailblaze Family Adventure Day at Kimball Pines Park. Mark Lelle from the Calhoun County Trailway Alliance lays out what’s happening on Jun...
(Community Matters 190) DBCZ June 2026 Events Update
The Downtown Battle Creek Zine is back to outline a stacked June calendar proving Battle Creek and the surrounding area are anything but quiet once summer hits. Nick Buckley highlights family friendly events, local traditions, and the best ways...
(Community Matters 189) A Community Spelling Bee Anyone Can Join
Technology can fix typos, but it can't replace the experience of staying calm and spelling a word out loud while people watch. Longtime Lakeview High School spelling bee volunteer Barb Galonsky and Lakeview senior Hanish Chintalapati talk about...