Couple Hotspots for Winter

Whether you’re looking for an afternoon break or a fancy night out, these hot spots in Calhoun County will keep the romance alive this winter. Whether you’re looking for an afternoon break or a fancy night out, these hot spots in Calhoun County will keep the romance alive this winter. Sweet…

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Walk under the winter stars

As the sun sets earlier and nights become darker, there’s more opportunity to see the stars at night. Dress up in layers, throw some foot warmers in your boots and enjoy the stars at one of these parks: Whitehouse Nature Center in Albion Albion College runs this natural area, using it as a…

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Spend a perfect fall day in Calhoun County

Sweater weather is upon us. Don’t let winter come before you take in the autumn sights. Whether you’re coming into Battle Creek on M-89 or following Old US Highway 27 into Marshall, here are some stops for your fall color tour: Enjoy the fall colors If you can’t hear the crunch of leaves…

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Move your feet at these unique music venues

As patrons arrived through the swing doors of Country Fever Dance Ranch, the band warmed up with a crooning version of “Home on the Range.” The Dance Ranch looks like a Texas saloon that has been plunked into Michigan farmland. Old Roy Rogers films play on TV screens and you can order a frosty…

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Dear Battle Creek: Speed Edition

Dear Battle Creek, I have been known to drive a bike into a ditch or two. And to crack a bone while skateboarding. And to run into a fence while playing softball. So if I can ride a Bird scooter without falling off, there’s hope for you, too. It requires a smartphone with the Bird scooter…

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Unplug in Calhoun County

Felling all Zoomed out? Head hurting from staring at screens? Calhoun County is here to help. Check out these five activities that require you to unplug from the digital world. Hike and camp at Fort Custer State Park Nature is a great way to destress. One recent study found that spending 10…

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Meet our Sales Director, Jay Gladstone

Let me tell you about my co-worker Jay. His job is to convince people to hold their meetings, conventions and tournaments here in Calhoun County. Once he does that, he makes sure to smooth the way by taking care of the nitty-gritty details, like parking and arranging for hotel rooms. A lot of…

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How squirrels and the cereal industry are connected

Today is Squirrel Appreciation Day! And no one appreciated squirrels as much as Dr. J.H. Kellogg. Visit any park in Battle Creek, and you’ll likely see a flash of fluffy tail as a black squirrel runs by. These animals can be found everywhere, thanks to Dr. Kellogg. While the squirrels around…

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