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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 St. Patrick’s Day is here, and several Lakeshore communities are hosting celebrations in honor of the Celtic saint, including the Erin — Go — Bark Parade in Douglas on March 8. The LakeshoreArts and Culture

March things to do: Dine in the dark, celebrate St. Patrick’s Day (and Pi Day), and so much more

Melody WilsonMonday, 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
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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
Feature Story nleaillustration Rural Innovation ExchangeEconomic Development

'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
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. Metromode - Metro DetroitSustainability

Innovators in Michigan's circular economy win big grants in Detroit, Southfield, Wixom, and more

MJ GalbraithThursday, February 20, 2025
Feature Story Kayak launch at North River Road Park on the Black River. The Keel - Port HuronCommunity Development

Kimball Township works with Community Foundation to purchase land for canoe and kayak launch park

Sarah SpohnWednesday, February 19, 2025
Feature Story A remote worker networking event held last summer in Calumet. The event was hosted by the villages of Calumet and Laurium as well as Main Street Calumet and Remote Workforce Keweenaw. UPword - UPEconomic Development

Returning home: Recruiting former U.P. residents

Michelle MironWednesday, February 19, 2025
Longform EMU organic chemistry professor Dr. Cory Email in EMU's fermentation lab. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiKids and Education

EMU fermentation science program prepares students for careers in brewing, food science, and more

Rylee BarnsdaleWednesday, February 19, 2025
Partner Content University Bank Customer Service Representative Kiara Ellington, Customer Service Supervisor Jori Knight, and Senior Customer Service Representative Jeremiah Muhammed. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiEntrepreneurship

Small business 101: How to manage debt best for your business' success

Alix PlummerWednesday, February 19, 2025
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