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Longform Back row: Joel Christopher, Juliette Christopher, and Ray Christopher. Front row: Kayla Bopp, Alex Christopher, and Joel Christopher. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiKids and Education

Ann Arbor nonprofit helps kids experience summer camp for free

Jenny Rose RyanWednesday, February 26, 2025
Feature Story Great Lakes Sound & Vibration UPword - UPEconomic Development

New jobs and investments in Houghton County

UPword StaffWednesday, February 26, 2025
Innovation News A screenshot of the KISS app. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiHealthy Communities

EMU student creates app to help track and prevent spread of sexually transmitted infections

Sarah RiggWednesday, February 26, 2025
Innovation News A flyer for the Kidpreneur! Grant program. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiEntrepreneurship

Young business owners ages 10-24 can get grant money through this Ann Arbor foundation

Jaishree DrepaulWednesday, February 26, 2025
Feature Story Residents are encouraged to participate in the 2025 Allegan County Survey to shape funding, policies, and community programs for years ahead. The LakeshoreCommunity Development

Allegan County survey seeks public input for future

Shandra MartinezTuesday, February 25, 2025
Feature Story Community Action House staff have office hours at Herrick District Library to better serve the public. The LakeshoreCommunity Development

How a library and a church are tackling housing insecurity

The LakeshoreTuesday, February 25, 2025
Feature Story The Miskelleys have turned their journey of grief and transformation into a service to counteract the disconnect often found in traditional mental health care. The LakeshoreHealthy Communities

Family that turned grief into lifesaving mental health support is expanding services

Shandra MartinezTuesday, February 25, 2025
Feature Story CultureWorks classes cultivate creativity by emphasizing the creative process rather than just the final product, encouraging experimentation and problem-solving. The LakeshoreArts and Culture

CultureWorks inspires students through Visiting Artist Series

Shandra MartinezTuesday, February 25, 2025
Feature Story Photo showcasing the 2018 CEDAM Real Estate Development Boot Camp graduates. Jubek Yongo-Bure shown far right. Second Wave - MichiganCommunity Development

CEDAM Bootcamp alumni make real community impact through development, place-based solutions

Sarah SpohnMonday, February 24, 2025
Feature Story One year after Allegan County took over shelter operations, collaboration with Wishbone Pet Rescue continues to enhance adoptions, volunteer programs, and community outreach. The LakeshoreCommunity Development

Public-private partnership supports Allegan County Animal Shelter

Shandra MartinezMonday, February 24, 2025
Feature Story Children First Lakeshore and Good Hands Plainwell received $1,500 for their backpack nutrition programs. The LakeshoreCommunity Development

Increasing food security — one backpack at a time and with the help of a new ACCF grant program

Andrea GoodellMonday, February 24, 2025
Feature Story Iridescent Health Southwest MichiganHealthy Communities

Shining an iridescent light on LGBTQIA+ healthcare: Cares of Kalamazoo opens new clinic

Casey GrootenThursday, February 20, 2025
Feature Story classroom Rural Innovation ExchangeKids and Education

Talent Together: Addressing teacher shortages across Michigan

Paula McCambridgeThursday, February 20, 2025
Longform Voces Early Childhood Southwest MichiganKids and Education

Back office resources designed to support Calhoun County childcare businesses

Jane ParikhThursday, February 20, 2025
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'A bold vision' for four northern Michigan counties

RIX StaffThursday, February 20, 2025
Feature Story Early Education Southwest MichiganKids and Education

Kindergarten readiness programs demonstrating success in Battle Creek

Jane ParikhThursday, February 20, 2025
Development News “The Circular Economy Grants fund innovation and collaboration to reimagine the reuse and recycling of materials,” says Matt Flechter, recycling markets specialist with EGLE. Rural Innovation ExchangeSustainability

Brown City company among 30 grant winners working to bolster Michigan's circular economy

MJ GalbraithThursday, February 20, 2025
Development News “The National Register recognition of the Vicksburg Union Depot is a remarkable achievement for our small community,” says Leah Milowe, museum administrator and curator at the Vicksburg Historical Society and Historic Village. Rural Innovation ExchangeArts and Culture

Theaters, depots, and more: 11 Michigan sites added to National Register of Historic Places in '24

MJ GalbraithThursday, February 20, 2025
Feature Story “It's important we act now to ensure a cleaner, healthier and more resilient community for future generations,” says Sterling Heights Mayor Michael Taylor. Metromode - Metro DetroitSustainability

Ahead of the curve: How Sterling Heights aims to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050

MJ GalbraithThursday, February 20, 2025
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