The Keel St. Clair County in the limelight with impactful theatre Read Article

Left to Right: Matthew Drinkwater, Jacob Stoliker, and Mirabella Ziegler in The Wizard of OZ at Boardwalk Theatre in March of 2024.
Photo: Left to Right: Matthew Drinkwater, Jacob Stoliker, and Mirabella Ziegler in The Wizard of OZ at Boardwalk Theatre in March of 2024. Ansom Pavlov.

Concentrate What happens to Ann Arbor's recyclables? Public tour opens doors to city's recycling facility Read Article

Recycled cans at Ann Arbor's Material Recycling Facility.
Photo: Recycled cans at Ann Arbor's Material Recycling Facility. Doug Coombe

Epicenter Annual elementary student field trip focuses on agriculture Read Article

Fourth grade students from across Isabella County participate in Project R.E.D. on Sept. 24 and 25.
Photo: Fourth grade students from across Isabella County participate in Project R.E.D. on Sept. 24 and 25. Photo credit Courtney Jerome / Epicenter Mt. Pleasant

The Lakeshore Ford airport unveils sensory room for neurodivergent travelers Read Article

Gerald R. Ford International Airport’s new sensory room offers a calming space for neurodivergent travelers, reducing anxiety and improving accessibility.

Heartside Rising: The arts inspire growth in eclectic Grand Rapids neighborhood Read Article

Tommy Allen

Rural Innovation Exchange How one rural Michigan brewery created community Read Article

A craft beer enthusiast, Jeremy Grossenbacher grew up in Coopersville.
Photo: A craft beer enthusiast, Jeremy Grossenbacher grew up in Coopersville. Craig Watson

Midland Meet Me in Midtown: The revitalization of a Midland neighborhood Read Article

UPword Marquette Rising: Outdoor recreation and intentional development fuel growth Read Article

Tom Buchkoe

Prescriptions for fresh produce grow in Michigan through collaboration and new funding Read Article

Bridget Smith, Tanya Andrews, Ashleigh Donahey, Anne Davis, and Ariane Donnelly at the Pittsfield Township Farmers Market.
Photo: Bridget Smith, Tanya Andrews, Ashleigh Donahey, Anne Davis, and Ariane Donnelly at the Pittsfield Township Farmers Market. Doug Coombe

Metromode How parks help to address health equity in Metro Detroit Read Article

People play basketball during a Pistons Neighbors program session in Rouge Park.
Photo: People play basketball during a Pistons Neighbors program session in Rouge Park. Steve Koss

Rural Innovation Exchange Lavender farms on the rise in Michigan Read Article

Brian Wells

Corktown Rising: Urban dreamers paved the way for historic neighborhood's rebirth Read Article

Southwest Michigan Kalamazoo's Sarkozy Bakery: Old world baking in an ever-changing world Read Article

Fran Dwith

Southwest Michigan Success smells sweet for Battle Creek chocolatier Read Article

Rural Innovation Exchange It's electrifying: The U.P. is home to first of its kind electric off-road vehicle charging network Read Article

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Feature Story Community mental health agencies from all over the state came to the 2024 rally to show support for their clients and friends and to advocate for a stronger mental health system. Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

20th 'Walk a Mile in My Shoes' rally promotes public mental health care

Monique BedfordTuesday, October 15, 2024
Community Mental Health Association of Michigan (CMHA) Walk a Mile in My Shoes Rally congregates advocates from across Michigan to support public behavioral health care. 
Feature Story Ottawa County Clerk/Register of Deeds Justin Roebuck speaks at a recent event. The LakeshoreCommunity Development

Ottawa County Clerk expands public outreach to build voter trust ahead of election

Shandra MartinezMonday, October 14, 2024
Ottawa County Clerk Justin Roebuck and the nonpartisan nonprofit Keep Our Republic host an “Elections Community Conversation” on Wednesday evening at Spring Lake District Library.  
Feature Story 2018 CMU Homecoming Court Epicenter - Mount PleasantCommunity Development

CMU celebrates a century of school spirit and alumni pride on its 100th homecoming anniversary

Kathy BackusThursday, October 10, 2024
This year, Central Michigan University celebrates 100 years of its Homecoming tradition, which began in 1924. The centennial Homecoming will honor a rich history of alumni reconnecting with their alma mater. From its humble beginnings to becoming the largest alumni event annually, CMU’s Homecoming remains a cherished celebration of school spirit, community, and legacy.
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The waters of the Saginaw Bay Watershed fuel Michigan’s outdoor economy

Kathy BackusThursday, October 10, 2024
Representatives from three businesses – Northwoods Wholesale Outlet, Nor’East Outdoors, and Dietrich’s Sportfishing Charters – explain their unique connections to Michigan's waterways. Experts estimate that Michigan's lakes, bays, rivers, and streams collectively have a $26 billion impact on the state’s economy.  
Feature Story Ottawa Sands County Park, a 345-acre site at the junction of the Grand River and Lake Michigan Coastal Greenways will celebrate its grand reopening on Oct. 17. The LakeshoreCommunity Development

From sand mine to county park: Ottawa Sands reopens with new amenities

Shandra MartinezSunday, October 13, 2024
Ottawa Sands reopens with new amenities, ecological restoration and accessible trails, furthering the transformation of a former sand mine into an Ottawa County park in Ferrysburg.
Feature Story Battle Creek Central H.S. Band Southwest MichiganArts and Culture

Students are jumping on the marching bandwagon at Battle Creek Central High School

Jane ParikhThursday, October 10, 2024
Battle Creek Central High School's Marching Band Alum Fred Jankowski takes the reins as the new band director and is focused on rebuilding the program after losses to the program during the pandemic.
Feature Story Amber Alexander, director of the Presque Isle District Library, stands in front of the historic Rogers Theater. Rural Innovation ExchangeArts and Culture

Bring popcorn when you check out this library branch

Rosemary Parker Thursday, October 10, 2024
It's uncommon for libraries to have group meeting rooms or even auditoriums. But a theater? Well, never discount the imagination or practicability of a librarian. The historic Rogers Theater is a branch of the Presque Isle District Library. Now, that's something worth checking out. 
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Lessons in community redevelopment

Second Wave Staff Wednesday, October 9, 2024
Three Michigan communities are enjoying a resurgence. In some ways, the communities -- Corktown in Detroit, Marquette in the Upper Peninsula and Heartside in Grand Rapids -- pursued different paths to success, embracing their unique characteristics. But they also have shared some of the same tools in their redevelopment efforts. 
Feature Story A room at Big Bay Point Lighthouse. Metromode - Metro DetroitEconomic Development

New website shows off Michigan's B&Bs to promote industry comeback

Leslie CieplechowiczThursday, October 10, 2024
Bed and Breakfast lodgings are an important part of Michigan’s economy, with 130 locations bringing in $70.3 million annually. The Michigan Bed & Breakfast Association is highlighting members with a new website.
Feature Story Audible pedestrian crosswalk near Palmer Park. The Keel - Port HuronTechnology and Innovation

Audible pedestrian crossway installations increase safety and inclusivity across Port Huron

Sarah SpohnThursday, October 10, 2024
The City of Port Huron recently installed four audible pedestrian crosswalk signals at busy intersections across the city. These signals make it safer for blind pedestrians and those with vision impairments to traverse local roadways more easily.
Feature Story Citizens Rising Southwest MichiganKids and Education

Exorbitant campaigns, disinformation, and dark money are nonpartisan issuesFred Upton and Mark Schauer discuss threats to fair elections

Mark WedelThursday, October 10, 2024
Republicans and Democrats agree that expensive campaigns, disinformation, and 'dark money' are all threats to fair elections. Citizens Rising, a nonpartisan Kalamazoo group, hosted a recent forum on protecting democracy.
Longform Courtney Franklin and Greg Carter demonstrating a recycling truck at the Ann Arbor's Material Recycling Facility tour. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiSustainability

What happens to Ann Arbor's recyclables? Public tour opens doors to city's recycling facility

Sarah RiggWednesday, October 9, 2024
Do the materials in Ann Arborites' recycling bins actually get recycled? What should you do with old batteries? And what does Ann Arbor recycle most of? We have answers.
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