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Battle Creek was shaped by the cereal industry and entrepreneurs whose companies continue to make breakfast staples to this day. However the city, has changed significantly after manufacturing jobs left the state decades earlier. Still, the community pays homage to its history.
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Today in 1974, professional bodybuilder Iris Kyle was born in Benton Harbor. She is the most successful woman bodybuilder with 10 Ms. Olympia and 7 Ms. International titles and made a pop-culture appearance in Katy Perry's "Swish Swish" video. On the same day in 1892, Detroit began using electric trolley cars, with test trips starting at 7:42 AM and regular service beginning the following day, marking a significant advancement in transportation.
Inside the Arts
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Lansing favorite band The Lash is reuniting to perform at the Fishstock Americana Festival on Friday.
MI Michigan Story features true stories from Michigan, told by the people who lived them. Hosted by Robert Prince.
Presented in partnership with WKAR Public Media at Michigan State University.
Presented in partnership with WKAR Public Media at Michigan State University.
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