Best Calhoun County Podcasts (2026)

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S4 E50 - The Early Establishment of Calhoun County MI 21:37

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In this episode, I explore the early establishment of Calhoun County as written by author Charles A. Weissert in his book 'An Account of Southwest Michigan and Calhoun County: With special matter relating to Calhoun County' published in 1924. I also give details on the early naming of the counties in this area. For more information on Michael Delaw…

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Commissioner Dan Strowbridge Offers Perspective After Returning to the County Board of Commissioners 11:02

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Commissioner Dan Strowbridge visits Inside Calhoun County, offering his view on county priorities, from public safety funding and health department cuts to how culverts and brush become the biggest road complaints. He shares why civic education matters, how to engage with the Board, and why the county’s AA bond rating signals resilience. Commission…

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S4 E52 - Tom Michigan Stories 1941 - 1945 35:21

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This is the last episode of Season 4, in 2025. In this episode, I look back at the top stories in Michigan during World War II from 1941 - 1945, including stories from across the state as well as Southwest Michigan. I also review my year in 2025 as a podcaster and author. For more information on Michael Delaware, visit: https://michaeldelaware.com …

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S4 E51 - The Early Life and History of Leslie, Michigan 35:08

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In this episode, I explore the early pioneer life and history of Leslie, Michgan located in the southern part of Ingham County, north of Jackson. The publication used as reference was 'History of the Early Life and Business Interests of the Village and Township of Leslie, Ingham County Michigan' published in 1914 by the Elijah Grout Chapter of the …

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Holiday Recovery Made Doable 17:45

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Holiday parties can feel like a minefield when you’re newly sober. The music’s loud, the bar is open, and every familiar face seems to remember a version of you that doesn’t fit anymore. In this episode, Summit Pointe Recovery Coaches, John and Tracie, share the practical toolkit they trust: exit plans, code words, grounding techniques, and the cor…

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Marshall Sergeant Helps Summit Pointe Understand the View from the Street 13:59

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Summit Pointe is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors who oversee the execution of our mission to provide ”the highest quality behavioral health services to help individuals maximize their potential.” In this Summit Pointe Board Spotlight, military veteran and Sgt. Sean Brown with the Marshall Police Department shares the law enforcement view…

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S4 E49: The Story of Oak Hill Cemetery and an Exciting Announcement 45:27

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In this episode I explore the story behind Oak Hill Cemetery in Battle Creek, Michigan. I also have an exciting announcement about preserving history in the region. To contribute to the Historic Preservation & Monuments Fund, click here. For information on Michael Delaware, visit: https://michaeldelaware.com…

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Summit Pointe Concerned How Potential Statewide CMH Changes Will Affect Care 20:27

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Programming Note: Summit Pointe CEO Jeannie Goodrich visited the Calhoun County interview program Community Matters to discuss potential changes to Community Mental Health (CMH) operations in Michigan. This episode appears on the Summit Pointe podcast with permission from Community Matters. Summit Pointe, the Calhoun County Community Mental Health …

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S4 E48 - Early Days of Climax Michigan: Memories of a Pioneer 40:03

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In this episode, I explore a memoir published in 1905 by Francis Hodgman (1839-1907). He tells stories from his childhood as a boy in Climax, Michigan. For more information on Michael Delaware, visit: https://MichaelDelaware.com For ticket information on the BC Regional History Museum Christmas Radio Theatre programs, visit: https://BCRHM.org…

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Staying Safe When Winter Turns Dangerous 12:03

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In this episode of Inside Calhoun County, Emergency Manager Lt. Chris Young shares practical steps to avoid cold injury, reduce crash risk on icy roads, and prepare your car so a long wait for help stays safe. Episode Resources Calhoun County Government Calhoun County Sheriff's Office of Emergency Management Inside Calhoun County Podcast is produce…

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New Perspectives on the AI Revolution 31:06

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Join host Sam Marazzo in conversation with Joaquin Carbonara, PhD. SUNY Buffalo Associate Director, Data Science, as they discuss New Perspectives on the AI Revolution. Dr. Carbonara shares some surprising insights on the technology and its impacts from a thoughtful and nuanced perspective.By Sam Marazzo

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Whole-Person Care For Adult Mental Health 15:00

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Want a clearer path to real recovery, not just a new prescription? We sit down with Dr. Sajid Hussain to unpack how comprehensive, evidence-based adult psychiatric care helps people stabilize and rebuild their lives. From depression and anxiety to bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, autism spectrum disorder, and substance use, we walk through th…

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S4 E47 - The Dutch Influence in Western Michigan 24:34

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In this episode, I explore the history of Dutch emigration to Kalamazoo and Holland, and the history behind the movement in the 1800's. For more information on Michael Delaware, visit: https://MichaelDelaware.com

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S4 E46 - Ice Harvesting in Michigan 25:51

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In this episode, I explore the history of ice harvesting in Michigan between 1880 - 1950. This was the industry before the era of refrigeration. For more information on Michael Delaware, visit: https://michaeldelaware.com

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Lead Poisoning Prevention In Calhoun County 12:47

2M ago12:47

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In this episode of Inside Calhoun County, an understanding how lead exposure still affects families in Calhoun County and what actually works to protect kids. Lead Case Nurse Heather Schumacher explains how to spot risks, get children tested, and tap local programs that remove hazards at the source. Episode Resources Calhoun County Public Health De…

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S4 E45 - Thanksgiving During the Great Depression in Southwest Michigan 35:49

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In this episode I explore news articles during the Great Depression around the time of Thanksgiving from different cities in Southwest Michigan. For more information on Michael Delaware, visit: https://MichaelDelaware.com

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We Asked Two Summit Pointe Clinicians To Talk About Their Careers - Here's What They Said 15:56

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Summit Pointe and First Step support the behavioral health needs of Calhoun County residents thanks to a staff of hundreds of dedicated professionals. In this episode of the Summit Pointe Podcast, we asked two of those dedicated pros, Clinician and Director Shannon and Clinician Carolyn, to share with us what their careers helping people have meant…

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S4 E44 - Albion History, Railroad Stories & A Riot 25:17

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In this episode I explore some early history of Albion, Michigan. I also cover early railroad history and a riot. For more information on Michael Delaware, visit: https://michaeldelaware.com

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Ep 49 - A Halloween Murder 30:17

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For most, Halloween night means ghosts and goblins, tricks and treats. But for Myrtle Morgan, Halloween 1953 brought a real-life horror no one has ever been able to explain. Come Follow Us on Instagram: @itsmurderyall Donate to the "Buy Rob a Mic That Doesn't Suck Fund": @itsmurderyall on Venmo Sources Inspiration: Reddit post by TheBonesofAutumn -…

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Veterans Day Honors Include Green Lights 20:39

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Our Summit Pointe colleague and Veteran Navigator, Michele Pascoe, dedicates her time to connecting with those who have served in the U.S. Military. Many Calhoun County veterans need support but may not know where to turn for resources—and that’s where Michele steps in. Sometimes she meets veterans through First Step, other times through outreach i…

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Lock It Right: Understanding Safe Gun Storage 9:35

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Calhoun County Prosecutor David Gilbert joins Inside Calhoun County to discuss Michigan’s Safe Storage Act, why youth access drives harm, and how layered defenses reduce theft, suicide, and accidental shootings. Clear rules, real penalties, and simple tools like safes and free locks can change outcomes. Episode Resources Guide to Responsible Gun Ow…

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S4 E43 - An Early History of Tekonsha Michigan 26:58

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In this episode, I explore an early history of Tekonsha, Michigan referring to a Calhoun County Directory from 1869-70. For more information on Michael Delaware, visit: https://michaeldelaware.com

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Board Service for Elizabeth Rudolph is Part of a Calling Inspired in Childhood 16:04

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Summit Pointe is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors who oversee the execution of our mission to provide ”the highest quality behavioral health services to help individuals maximize their potential.” In this Summit Pointe Board Spotlight, we meet behavioral health professional and educator Elizabeth Rudolph. Elizabeth shares how the Summit P…

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S4 E42 - Marshall Michigan Stagecoach Hotels, Railroad History & the Interurban 27:41

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In this episode I cover some of the early history of the stagecoach roads, the early hotels, railroad and interurban in Marshall, Michigan. For more information on Michael Delaware, visit: https://michaeldelaware.com

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Road Department: Shake Your Mailbox and Get Ready for Winter 15:01

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Calhoun County Road Department Executive Director Kristine Parsons returns to Inside Calhoun County to discuss the preparations for winter road conditions. She also recommends residents shake their roadside mailboxes before the snow flies. Episode Resources Calhoun County Road Department website Calhoun County Government website More: Here's How to…

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S4 E41 - A History of Galesburg 24:08

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In this episode, I explore some of the early history of Galesburg, Michigan named after George L. Gale. For more information on Michael Delaware, visit: https://michaeldelaware.com

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A Sneak Peak at the 5th Annual Food as Medicine Symposium with Beth Machnica and Purnima Mohan 6:39

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Join Beth and Purnima as they preview the agenda for BNMC's 5th Annual Food as Medicine Symposium, which will take place on October 23, 24, and 25 at the UB Jacobs School of Medicine and biomedical sciences. You won't want to miss it! Tickets are available here.

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S4 E40 - What's in a name? The origin of some unusual street names in Battle Creek, Michigan 32:21

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In this episode, I explore the origins of some unusual street names in Battle Creek, Michigan. The information is taken from articles in a book published by Elizabeth Neumeyer entitled 'What's in a Name?' To get a copy of the book, visit the Battle Creek Regional History Museum at 307 W Jackson St, Battle Creek, MI on weekends 10-4PM, or at the sam…

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S4 E39 - Railroad History: The Lake Shore & Michigan Southern (LS&MS) 25:59

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In this episode I explore the history of the Lake Shore & Michigan Southern Railway. It was the principle route for travelers coming from New York to Chicago, and it connected Lake Michigan with the East Coast. For more information on Michael Delaware, visit: https://michaeldelaware.com

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Renovations Transform Calhoun County Youth Center 18:27

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"These changes are not just about bricks and mortar," Calhoun County Youth Center Director Tori Bendon said on ribbon cutting day. "They are about people," she said. After a lengthy, $13 million renovation approved by the Calhoun County Board of Commissioners in 2022, the ribbon was cut on September 23, 2025. In this episode of Inside Calhoun Count…

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Are You Really Ready for an Emergency Evacuation? 12:10

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The Calhoun County Sheriff's Office Emergency Management division is focused on an all-hazards emergency management program. In doing so, Emergency Manager Lt. Chris Young returns to Inside Calhoun County to help dispel common myths and misunderstandings about readiness and preparation for evacuation, if necessary. Episode Resources Calhoun County …

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Mission and Board Service Resonate Personally for Businessman Bryan Smith 13:09

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Summit Pointe is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors who oversee the execution of our mission to provide ”the highest quality behavioral health services to help individuals maximize their potential.” In this Summit Pointe Board Spotlight, we meet Calhoun County businessman and veteran Bryan Smith. Having first served on the Board in 2016, Br…

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S4 E38 - A History of Interstate 94 24:32

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In this episode I explore the history of Interstate 94, and the Interstate Highway system. I-94 is unique as it is the only Interstate that has a numbeer not divisible by 5, and it is also the only one running West to East that connects with another country, Canada. For more information on Michael Delaware, visit: https://michaeldelaware.com…

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S4 E37 - A History of Assassinations in America 1:08:49

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In this episode, I explore the history of assassinations in America covering Abraham Lincoln, James Garfield, William McKinley, John F. Kennedy, Martin Luther King, Robert F. Kennedy and Charlie Kirk, along with several other cases of attempted assassinations. I also discuss the changes I have observed as a historian with the American education sys…

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Intensive Outpatient Program Bolsters Those in Early Recovery 17:07

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Not everyone can step away from daily responsibilities to enter an inpatient treatment program. Others may have completed inpatient detox and now need continued support while rebuilding their lives. That’s where the Summit Pointe Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) comes in. In this episode, Jonah and Rocky—both clinicians/therapists—join Chad, a re…

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Some Hopefulness in Overdose Numbers as Opioid Settlement Grants are Awarded 22:48

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The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners approved more than half a million dollars from opioid settlement funds in September 2025. The funds were awarded to seven Calhoun County organizations after a competitive Request for Proposals (RFP) process. Calhoun County Administrator/Controller Kelli Scott returns to Inside Calhoun County to discuss the …

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S4 E36: Sarah Haviland Part 3: The First Woman in the Michigan State Prison 38:03

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In this episode, I conclude the three part series on the story of Sarah Haviland. In this final segment, I explore what happened to Sarah after she was sent to prison in 1966 at the Michigan State Prison in Jackson, Michigan. I also cover what her experience was, compared to other prisoners, and carry her story all the way through to her pardon by …

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S4 E35: Sarah Haviland Part 2: The Sinister Plan Unfolds 45:56

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This is part 2 of the three part story on Sarah Haviland, a woman who murdered her three children in 1865 in Battle Creek, Michigan. In this episode, I cover her sinister plan that she created with Dr. Daniel Baker, and how it unfolded, resulting in the death of three children. Her plans were foiled by the innocence of one of her surviving daughter…

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Summit Pointe Works with Countywide Partners to Address Opioid Overdose Fatality Numbers in Calhoun County 17:13

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Calhoun County is among the top-5 highest for overdose fatalities in the state of Michigan. Summit Pointe Director of Strategic Development Nicole DuPont - a member of the Overdose Fatality Review Team - provides perspective in this episode on the gravity of the problem here. However, she also shares how a community of partners, including Summit Po…

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From Sheriff to Commissioner, Matt Saxton Represents Calhoun County District 6 16:42

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Calhoun County Commissioner Matt Saxton, elected in 2024, is no stranger to the workings of county government. Saxton served as Calhoun County Sheriff for eight years, also working for the sheriff's office since the mid-1990's. Saxton also serves as the executive director of the Michigan Sheriff's Association, a post he has held since 2020. Commiss…

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Dr. Paul Watson Brings Education Perspective to Summit Pointe Board 12:02

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Summit Pointe is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors who oversee the execution of our mission to provide ”the highest quality behavioral health services to help individuals maximize their potential.” Joining us on the Summit Pointe Podcast in this spotlight is Dr. Paul Watson, president of Kellogg Community College in Battle Creek. Having jo…

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S4 E34: Sarah Haviland Part 1: Spiritualism 33:46

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In this eposide I begin a three part series on the story of Sarah Haviland from my book 'Victorian Southwest Michigan True Crime'. In this part we follow her life as a mother, through divorce and her involvement with spiritualism. For more information on Michael Delaware, visit: https://MichaelDelaware.com…

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Helping Youth and Families with Psychiatric Services at Summit Pointe 13:08

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In this insightful episode, Dr. Ted Hunter delves into how Summit Pointe supports youth and families needing more than standard psychotherapy. He clarifies when—and why—psychiatric services, including medication management, become essential, and explores the pathways families can take to access this level of care. Episode Resources Psychiatric Serv…

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Know These 3 Things About Back to School Safety 8:36

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Lt. Chris Young oversees the Calhoun County Sheriff's Office of Emergency Management, which helps various county entities plan for and respond to emergencies. On this episode of Inside Calhoun County, Lt. Young talks about the three things parents should know when preparing to get their kids back to school. Some of them may not be what you expect. …

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S4 E33 - General Tom Thumb in Michigan 38:30

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Charles Sherwood Stratton AKA 'General Tom Thumb' had a condition known as pituitary dwarfism, and only grew to 2 feet, 10 inches tall in his life. He worked for years with showman P.T. Barnum, and in 1852 toured through southern Michigan, stopping in several southwest michigan towns. His 1863 wedding to a woman his same height was a national sensa…

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S4 E32 - The Kalamazoo Pant & Overall Company 22:23

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In this episode I explore the history of the Kalamazoo Pant & Overall Company founded by Samuel Rosenbaum, and later carried on by his four sons. The company lasted 100 years in Kalamazoo. To read the source article, click here. For information on Michael Delaware, visit: https://MichaelDelaware.com

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S4 E31 - The Life of Father Gabriel Richard 37:06

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In this episode, I explore the life of Father Gabriel Richard (1767 - 1832) who served as Michigan's non-voting Delegate to the 18th Congress from 1823-1825. During his single term, he was successful in getting funds appropriated for building the Territoral Road between Detroit and Chicago. This road became the essential corridor for pioneers to se…

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For Joseph du Lac, Board Service Helps Connect Bronson Battle Creek and Summit Pointe 12:42

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Summit Pointe is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors who oversee the execution of our mission to provide ”the highest quality behavioral health services to help individuals maximize their potential.” In addition to the on-the-ground health teams who help Calhoun County residents both at Bronson Battle Creek and Summit Pointe, our Board of Di…

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Ep 48 - The Samford Debate Team Murder 46:53

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When a handsome young college student is found brutally murdered in his apartment, no one could imagine who could have done it. And when they found out who done it... no one could believe it. Come follow us on IG: @itsmurderyall Sources Unsolved Mysteries Wiki Slagle v State – Court of Criminal Appeals of AL – 1992 William Slagle – Wikipedia Crime …

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S4 E30 - The Era of Horse Thieves Part 2: The Indiana-Michigan Gangs, High Profile Arrests & Preventative Societies 54:43

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This is the second part of a two part series on the era of horse thieves in Michigan which ranged from 1850 - 1920. In this episode I explore the prominent Indiana-Michigan gangs that operated for approximiately 50 years. I also cover the various preventative societies that formed to combat these gangs, along with some high profile arrests of horse…