After 2020, it can be hard to even remember what month it is.
Still, time is a precious resource. On average, American workers don’t use 33% of their paid time off.
That’s why there is a National Plan for Vacation …
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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 …
Give the gift of food this holiday season
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Food is a great way to show your appreciation. Whether you’re going to leave it on a friend’s doorstep or send a little something to your co-workers, end the year with a culinary indulgence. Even better, buying from
There’s a gift for everyone at the Welcome Center store
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The Battle Creek Welcome Center isn’t only for brochures — we have a great selection of store items that celebrate all things Battle Creek and Michigan.
So whether you’re shopping for a baker, a beer lover or a
Buy awesome gifts while supporting Small Business Saturday
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Small Business Saturday sits in the middle of the biggest shopping weekend of the year, a reminder to buy local. We’ve asked some business owners what they’d recommend for this holiday season.
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:
Dress right for your Michigan winter
Skip cabin fever this winter by enjoying the great outdoors. As the Norwegians say, there’s no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothing.
“A good base is the most important part of staying warm,” said Mike Lounds, owner of …
Don’t let winter stop you from fishing
Freezing days are ahead, and that’s good news for anglers. You have a lot of lakes to choose in Calhoun County.
While no good angler is going to give up locations for secret spots, we do have a tip from …
It’s OK to put those twinkly lights up now
If your happy place is putting up winter decorations as soon as November hits, then add these stores on your list.
While this restaurant/theater/RV Park is known for its all-turkey menu, it has a pretty nifty gift shop, …
Yellow Bird Chocolate Shop is an experience for the senses
The best way to taste chocolate is to let it melt in your mouth.
That way, Jenny Risner-Wade says, you can pick up on the flavor notes — and chocolate by itself has 300.
This symphony of flavor can be …