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Development News “The Byron Pocket Park represents a creative re-use of a long vacant space in the Village,” says MEDC Regional Prosperity Managing Director Paula Holtz. Pictured here is the lot in downtown Byron as it stands today. Rural Innovation ExchangeCommunity Development

This Michigan village plans to transform a vacant lot into a downtown destination

MJ GalbraithThursday, November 7, 2024
Development News “I’m proud that we’re supporting projects in every region," says Amy Hovey, CEO and Executive Director of MSHDA. Rural Innovation ExchangeCommunity Development

Statewide program awards $30M in grants to build and rehab more than 700 housing units

MJ GalbraithThursday, November 7, 2024
Feature Story Tina Arroyo is the entrepreneur behind Spectacle Society in Detroit. Rural Innovation ExchangeEntrepreneurship

Women entrepreneurs get financial boost from new private foundation

Rosemary ParkerThursday, November 7, 2024
Feature Story Schools list Route Bay CityKids and Education

Before- and after-school programs nurture mental and physical development

Kathy RobertsThursday, November 7, 2024
Development News An unveiling ceremony for the city’s first Gulf War Memorial is scheduled for 11 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 11, in the courtyard between City Hall and the Sterling Heights Police Department. Metromode - Metro DetroitCommunity Development

Sterling Heights to celebrate Veterans Day with unveiling of new memorial

MJ GalbraithThursday, November 7, 2024
Development News The 2024 class of Kresge Fellows. Metromode - Metro DetroitArts and Culture

Kresge Artist Fellowships to offer $50K awards to literary and visual artists in metro Detroit

MJ GalbraithThursday, November 7, 2024
Partner Content Case Management Week. The Keel - Port HuronHealthy Communities

Building bridges to recovery: The vital role of case managers at SCCCMH

St. Clair County Community Mental HealthWednesday, November 6, 2024
Feature Story The calendar has reminded residents of how large the art community is and events like the Range Art Tour. UPword - UPCommunity Development

Free online calendar brings together rural Michigan and Wisconsin towns

Michelle Miron Wednesday, November 6, 2024
Longform Groundbreaking at the future Eastern Washtenaw Community and Recreation Center. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiCommunity Development

Community center coming to site of former Ypsi Township school

Rylee BarnsdaleWednesday, November 6, 2024
Feature Story The apprenticeship program connects child care providers with local training institutions to foster hands-on learning environments. The LakeshoreKids and Education

Apprenticeship program aims to ease West Michigan’s child care shortage

Shandra MartinezWednesday, November 6, 2024
Development News 114 W. Michigan Ave., pictured at center, in downtown Ypsilanti. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiCommunity Development

Local company hopes to "preserve the spirit" of downtown Ypsi with Michigan Ave. acquisition

Rylee BarnsdaleWednesday, November 6, 2024
Feature Story “Chicago Collects: Jewelry in Perspective” offers visitors a sparkling walk through history, revealing how jewelry has shaped and reflected society from the Renaissance to the present day. The LakeshoreArts and Culture

Exhibit at Muskegon Museum of Art shows jewelry as a window to the past

Shandra MartinezMonday, November 4, 2024
Feature Story small-zumba The LakeshoreCommunity Development

5 Lakeshore nonprofits to share $100K for arts, wellness projects

Shandra MartinezMonday, November 4, 2024
Feature Story If you’re looking for unique and delightful gifts to give this holiday season, look no further than the Kerstmarket (Christmas market) in Holland. The LakeshoreArts and Culture

Artisans are coming to town: Nonprofit markets offer holiday cheer, goodies

Andrea GoodellMonday, November 4, 2024
Longform Ronnie Stienke stands outside his apartment in Pontiac. He credits finding housing with helping him to get sober after 32 years of addiction. Metromode - Metro DetroitCommunity Development

Housing can help solve economic, health, and educational challenges in Oakland County

Patrick DunnThursday, October 31, 2024
Development News Community leaders in the Village of Baldwin celebrate as the latest Michigan community to achieve "Redevelopment Ready" designation. Rural Innovation ExchangeEconomic Development

These 4 rural Michigan communities are latest to be designated as 'Redevelopment Ready' from state

MJ GalbraithThursday, October 31, 2024
Development News Lt. Governor Garlin Gilchrist II at the inaugural Mobility Conference in Detroit. Rural Innovation ExchangeTechnology and Innovation

Innovative mobility programs in Ionia and Marlette among winners of Equitable Mobility Challenge

MJ GalbraithThursday, October 31, 2024
Feature Story Mitch Rompola posing with his possible world record in November 1998. Rural Innovation ExchangeArts and Culture

The biggest buck that maybe never was

Maxwell Howard | Interlochen Public RadioThursday, October 31, 2024
Feature Story Owl List Epicenter - Mount PleasantCommunity Development

Don’t miss out on Mt. Pleasant’s November events—workshops, festivals, and holiday fun

Daria BlondThursday, October 31, 2024
Feature Story Maplewood Park list image Route Bay CityCommunity Development

Maplewood Park revitalization creates a community hub for a Downtown Bay City neighborhood

Denyse ShannonThursday, October 31, 2024
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