Community Development

Coverage of community groups bringing about changes, innovations, and solutions in their community.

BluFish grows into new location in Marshall

A brick building at 115 W. Michigan in Marshall originally built in 1855 to house a clothier and then a successful hardware store until 1914 is the new home of […]

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Open air market brings little businesses out into community
Building Pure Michigan places begins with celebrating great places

The goal of the MIplace™ Sweepstakes is to inspire individuals, communities and organizations to develop even more Michigan great places.

A romp through the mud to promote health here and abroad

Getting dirty doesn't begin to describe it. Kalamazoo's first Mud Run was all that. It also raised an estimated $30,000, surpassing its goal by $5,000, to cover the cost of an automated well in Bulenga, Uganda. Erik Holladay has pictures.

From tragedy to trust: One woman’s journeys helps many

Paula D’Arcy has lived through devastating grief and now works with others to help them make the most of their lives. Jenni Piper tells what to expect when D'Arcy visits the area.

Michigan communities are dancing to a new beat

Our state is blessed with Pure Michigan "placemaking" success stories -- from beautiful Campus Martius Square in Detroit to the chic cafes and boutiques in Grand Rapids to the Upper Peninsula splendor of Presque Isle Park in Marquette.

Vital Communities: Free Store offers clothes and more
United Ways of Battle Creek and Kalamazoo find new way to get along
Help Wanted: Numerous opportunities for job seekers coming up
Doing good: Raising roofs and financial support

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