(Community Matters 195) Remembering Dr. Joe Schwarz: Battle Creek Mayor Mark Behnke

This discussion is part of a series of interviews remembering former Battle Creek mayor, lawmaker and statesman, Dr. Joe Schwarz who passed away in May, 2026. Battle Creek Mayor Mark Behnke shares his memories of Dr. Joe Schwarz and the creative ways he fought for Battle Creek. From economic development wins to tense public meetings, Behnke talks about the moments that show what Schwarz's conviction looked like in local leadership. ABOUT COMMUNITY MATTERSFormer WBCK Morning Show host Richard Piet (2014-2017) returns to host Community Matters, an interview program focused on community leaders and newsmakers in and around Battle Creek. Community Matters is heard Saturdays, 8:00 AM Eastern on WBCK-FM (95.3) and anytime at battlecreekpodcast.com.Community Matters is sponsored by Lakeview Ford Lincoln and produced by Livemic Communications.