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TORC Robotics' new facility in Ann Arbor Township.

Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiEconomic Development

Self-driving truck company opens $5.6 million Ann Arbor Twp. facility, creating 500 local jobs

Jaishree DrepaulThursday, July 3, 2025

TORC Robotics, an independent subsidiary of Daimler Truck AG and a leader in autonomous truck technology, has announced the opening of a new facility in Ann Arbor Township.

Innovation News

Catalyst MidlandCommunity Development

Enjoy Homestead Sundays, bird banding, kayaking at Chippewa Nature Center this summer

Sarah SpohnThursday, July 3, 2025

Chippewa Nature Center’s summer lineup includes free, family-friendly educational events. Highlights include Homestead Sundays, bird banding, paddling excursions, and guided nature experiences.

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Route Bay CityKids and Education

Through YAC, Bay City teen has learned practical skills and discovered a passion for philanthropy

Kathy RobertsWednesday, July 2, 2025

As Ian Anderson prepares for his senior year at Bay City Central High School and steps into the role of Youth Advisory Committee Chairman, he reflects on his journey.

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Saline High School student Ashley Malinczak.

Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiKids and Education

High schoolers get an early start on health care careers through Washtenaw County CTE programs

Eliza GallippoWednesday, July 2, 2025

In the latest installment of our Voices of Youth series, student writer Eliza Gallippo looks into how students are getting a health care career jumpstart through career technical education programs in Washtenaw County.

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The Keel - Port HuronArts and Culture

Blue Water Pride Festival in Port Huron celebrates resilience of LGBTQ+ community

Leslie CieplechowiczMonday, June 30, 2025

The Pride Festival on June 29 in Port Huron was hosted by Barbara Payton, executive director of Blue Water Allies, an organization that serves as a resource for the local LGBTQ+ community. Payton shares how events like these are imperative to foster pride for queer folks who live in a predominantly conservative region.

Development News

Route Bay CityEconomic Development

Visitors can tour a growing agritourism farm, specializing in lavender and wildflowers

Monday, June 30, 2025

The Fields at Linwood, a lavender farm in Bay County, hosts its annual Open Fields event from July 4-6.

Longform

Supplemental Science student Madison Taylor with her exhibit on soil samples at a science fair at WAY Academy in Detroit.

Metromode - Metro DetroitParks and Recreation

Metroparks offer year-round hands-on science classes in 2 Detroit schools

Patrick DunnMonday, June 30, 2025

Through the Supplemental Science program, Huron-Clinton Metroparks staff work with school staff to offer science lessons in schools, usually multiple times a week throughout the school year.

Feature Story

Southwest Michigan

ALICE Report: Rising number of households struggling to make ends meet

Jane ParikhSunday, June 29, 2025

A new report shows over half of households in Albion, Springfield, and Homer Township are struggling to afford basic needs. Stagnant wages and rising costs leave many living just above or below the poverty line.

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