Robert Nelson is the voice of news on WBCK-FM, WKMI-AM, and WBXX-FM. . Robert was born and raised in Battle Creek and recently graduated from Central Michigan University. In addition to being likeable, and genuine, he's also endlessly knowledgeable....about lots of stuff. Robert also has a great understanding of computers and technology.
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Senate Road Funding Plan Approved With Tie-Breaking Vote
The state Senate has pushed forward a $1.5 billion plan to fund Michigan's roads. The Senate passed plan would increase the gas tax by 15-cents over three years, redirect $700 million General Fund money to roads, and rollback the income tax based on growth in the state's economy...
Search Continues For Missing Marshall Teen
Police in Marshall are searching for a missing teenager. 14-year-old Joseph Hindenach was last seen at 4:30 in the afternoon Tuesday on East Michigan Avenue. He is described as white, standing 5 feet 5 inches tall with brown hair and a thin build...
Conviction Overturned In Death Of Battle Creek Girl
BATTLE CREEK, Mich. (AP) — The Michigan Supreme Court has overturned a murder conviction in the death of a 3-year-old girl in southwestern Michigan.
Kalamazoo River Dangerous For Kayakers
Authorities are warning kayakers and canoeists about the dangers of paddling in western Michigan's rain-swollen Kalamazoo River, where at least eight boaters overturned within a few hours.
Kalamazoo Man Shot Sunday
A Kalamazoo man was shot early Sunday morning and police are looking for suspects.
City Services In Battle Creek Changed Due To Holiday
Trash pickup should not be changed by the 4th of July holiday this year, but some city services in Battle Creek will be cut. Here is the info from a city press release:
Waste Management to keep regular schedule around July 4
BATTLE CREEK, Mich. —...
Battle Creek Youth Honored For Public Service
The Battle Creek Youth Alliance Committee has again been recognized for their service to the community. Here is the announcement from the Battle Creek Community Foundation:
Battle Creek Youth Alliance Committee Brings Home State Honor
2015 Service Project of the Year
BATTLE CREEK, MICH. June 21,...
High Arsenic Levels In Water In Part Of Calhoun County
Testing has found some ground water in Calhoun County contains elevated levels of arsenic. Here is the information from the County government:
Battle Creek Police Arrest Three In Separate Drug Busts Thursday
A suspected drug dealer was arrested in Battle Creek yesterday.
Police Investigate Shooting, Gunfire On Arbor Pointe Drive
Police in Battle Creek are investigating after a 19-year-old man was shot last night. Officers say they responded to reports of a shooting on Arbor Pointe Drive where they found the victim with a gunshot wound to his leg.