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Opportunity Alert: Play & Sponsorship Opportunities are needed for Silent Observer's Golf Fundraiser on Wednesday, September 23, 2021. See below for more information.

This morning, President of the W.E. Upjohn Institute Dr. Michael Horrigan and Director of Michigan Works! Southwest and the W.E. Upjohn Institute Ben Damerow guided 50+ attendees through Calhoun County's Economic Outlook for 2021. This recap includes their presentation along with impactful data and upcoming job fairs for career opportunities within the greater Battle Creek area and Calhoun County.

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During this morning's Eye Opener, Battle Creek Area Chamber of Commerce President Kara Beer introduced all attendees during "Who's in the Zoom." While attendees introduced themselves they were asked to state whether or not their business or organization is currently hiring. With many available career opportunities open within the network, we encourage you to connect with us or visit our Member Directory on battlecreek.org to connect directly to members websites who are hiring.

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Bread & Basket

Since 1921, a fine arts center located in Calhoun County, Michigan has had a rich history of bringing people together, and a place for the community to hold business and/or social meetings. The fine arts center we are referring to is the Franke Center for the Arts (The Franke) located in historic downtown Marshall, Michigan. From a place of worship to creating a versatile multi-use facility offering attendees positive and memorable experiences, The Franke has been enriching the lives of attendees throughout Southwest Michigan for the past 100 years.

Today, The Franke is operated under the Marshall Civic Center Trust whose mission is to preserve, renovate, and maintain the Center for the cultural, civic, and social enrichment of the City of Marshall and surrounding areas. To learn more about one of Calhoun County’s historic locations, visit The Franke’s website and Box Office. 

Silent Observer for Calhoun County, part of the Battle Creek Area Chamber Foundation, is hosting it's annual Golf Fundraiser on Wednesday, September 22, 2021 at Riverside Golf Club. Play and Sponsorship opportunities are now OPEN!