Community Matters Calhoun County

(Community Matters 189) Run-Up to Roofsit 1: Helping Unhoused Families Stay Together

This is the first 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. The annual Roofsit, hosted by The Haven of Rest Ministries, aims to draw awareness and fundraise to help homeless families in Battle Creek. Lisa Foley, who oversees Operations at the Haven's Inasmuch House shelter, talks about what family homelessness looks like in Battle Creek today and why the fundraiser is essential to keep critical services running.  Episode Resources The Haven of Rest Ministries Website [https://thehavenbc.org/events/yearly-roof-sit/] ABOUT COMMUNITY MATTERS Former WBCK Morning Show host Richard Piet (2014-2017) returns to host Community Matters, an interview program focused on community leaders and newsmakers in and around Battle Creek. Community Matters is heard Saturdays, 8:00 AM Eastern on WBCK-FM (95.3) and anytime at battlecreekpodcast.com [http://www.battlecreekpodcast.com/]. Community Matters is sponsored by Lakeview Ford Lincoln [http://www.shoplakeviewford.com/] and produced by Livemic Communications [https://www.livemiccommunications.com/]. Do you have a non-profit you'd like to hear highlighted on Community Matters? Go to our website [https://battlecreekpodcast.com/] and let us know!

(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 the upcoming Community Spelling Bee. They share how spelling can connect young and lifelong learners together in both fun and meaningful ways.  Episode Resources Community Spelling Bee Registration Website [https://sites.google.com/lakeviewspartans.org/lms-spelling/home?fbclid=IwY2xjawR7NDdleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFMR1dNYXU1S2ptTlVPanZKc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHmfvALKtZFKPJAg4ieCA_3ExFPtmIsUfBHFNdajMEUD9H1jrChnPVGKDp_Jg_aem_PuwzLYxJFBNe8cjaFX_b9Q] ABOUT COMMUNITY MATTERS Former WBCK Morning Show host Richard Piet (2014-2017) returns to host Community Matters, an interview program focused on community leaders and newsmakers in and around Battle Creek. Community Matters is heard Saturdays, 8:00 AM Eastern on WBCK-FM (95.3) and anytime at battlecreekpodcast.com [http://www.battlecreekpodcast.com/]. Community Matters is sponsored by Lakeview Ford Lincoln [http://www.shoplakeviewford.com/] and produced by Livemic Communications [https://www.livemiccommunications.com/]. Do you have a non-profit you'd like to hear highlighted on Community Matters? Go to our website [https://battlecreekpodcast.com/] and let us know!

(Community Matters 188) Calhoun County's Next Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Set for May 18

What's the best way to get hazardous household waste out of your home without guessing, dumping, or risking your trash pickup rejecting it. Sarah Lundy from Calhoun County lays out what’s accepted at the upcoming Household Hazardous Waste, Appliances, Electronics, & Scrap Metal Collection.  Click to hear the details. Episode Resources Calhoun County Recycling and Solid Waste Website [https://www.calhouncountymi.gov/departments/recycling_and_solid_waste/index.php] ABOUT COMMUNITY MATTERS Former WBCK Morning Show host Richard Piet (2014-2017) returns to host Community Matters, an interview program focused on community leaders and newsmakers in and around Battle Creek. Community Matters is heard Saturdays, 8:00 AM Eastern on WBCK-FM (95.3) and anytime at battlecreekpodcast.com [http://www.battlecreekpodcast.com/]. Community Matters is sponsored by Lakeview Ford Lincoln [http://www.shoplakeviewford.com/] and produced by Livemic Communications [https://www.livemiccommunications.com/]. Do you have a non-profit you'd like to hear highlighted on Community Matters? Go to our website [https://battlecreekpodcast.com/] and let us know!

(Community Matters 188) Mark Twain Live on Stage Plus a Summer Full of Local History Events

Returning to Community Matters, Michael Delaware from the Battle Creek Regional History Museum about a packed summer of living history, music, cars, and new exhibits. He also shares info about this year's Del Shannon Weekend - and what it takes behind the scenes to run programs, grow the collection, and keep renovating the museum.  Episode Resources Battle Creek Regional History Museum Website [https://hsscm.org/] Follow Battle Creek Regional History Museum on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/BattleCreekRegionalHistoryMuseum/] ABOUT COMMUNITY MATTERS Former WBCK Morning Show host Richard Piet (2014-2017) returns to host Community Matters, an interview program focused on community leaders and newsmakers in and around Battle Creek. Community Matters is heard Saturdays, 8:00 AM Eastern on WBCK-FM (95.3) and anytime at battlecreekpodcast.com [http://www.battlecreekpodcast.com/]. Community Matters is sponsored by Lakeview Ford Lincoln [http://www.shoplakeviewford.com/] and produced by Livemic Communications [https://www.livemiccommunications.com/]. Do you have a non-profit you'd like to hear highlighted on Community Matters? Go to our website [https://battlecreekpodcast.com/] and let us know!

(Community Matters 188) Wiggly Tail: Meet Asha! The Giant Puppy in Waiting

This time on Wiggly Tail, meet Asha, a fluffy Great Pyrenees mix puppy at the Humane Society of South Central Michigan. HSSCM Executive Director Jessica Gilbert, talks about the what kind of home Asha would thrive in and explains why their schedule-based meet-and-greets help animals show their true personality.  Gilbert also discusses the benefits of the Canine Training Institute in helping train pets and their owners.  Episode Resources Humane Society of South Central Michigan Website [https://hsscm.org/] Asha on Petfinder [https://www.petfinder.com/dog/asha-71bdc8e0-a7ba-4a19-99b0-c40d117aa69e/mi/battle-creek/humane-society-of-south-central-michigan-mi59/details/] More Wiggly Tail episodes [https://livemiccommunications.com/?s=wiggly+tail] ABOUT COMMUNITY MATTERS Former WBCK Morning Show host Richard Piet (2014-2017) returns to host Community Matters, an interview program focused on community leaders and newsmakers in and around Battle Creek. Community Matters is heard Saturdays, 8:00 AM Eastern on WBCK-FM (95.3) and anytime at battlecreekpodcast.com [http://www.battlecreekpodcast.com/]. Community Matters is sponsored by Lakeview Ford Lincoln [http://www.shoplakeviewford.com/] and produced by Livemic Communications [https://www.livemiccommunications.com/]. Do you have a non-profit you'd like to hear highlighted on Community Matters? Go to our website [https://battlecreekpodcast.com/] and let us know!