Entrepreneurship

SPARK's Annual Meeting at the EMU Student Center on April 30, 2024.

Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiEntrepreneurship

Ann Arbor SPARK looks back on 20 years, celebrates local entrepreneurs at annual meeting

Jaishree DrepaulWednesday, May 1, 2024

Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiEntrepreneurship

Get rewards for purchases at Ypsi businesses with this new app created by U-M students

Rylee BarnsdaleWednesday, May 1, 2024

A contestant in the 2023 Pitch@WCC competition.

Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiEntrepreneurship

WCC's inaugural Start-Up Week to feature pitch competition and entrepreneurship workshops

Rylee BarnsdaleWednesday, May 1, 2024

The President’s Leadership Recognition Luncheon at Washtenaw Community College, where the 2024-2026 Economic Outlook for Washtenaw County report was revealed.

Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiEconomic Development

Washtenaw County economic report shows full COVID recovery, continued inflation, rising employment

Jaishree DrepaulMonday, April 29, 2024

Frank's Restaurant at 134 E. Main Ave. in downtown Zeeland, has been a community hub for 100 years.

The LakeshoreEntrepreneurship

Frank's Restaurant celebrates 100 years of food, community, and tradition

Andrea GoodellMonday, April 29, 2024

Rural Innovation ExchangeTechnology and Innovation

Keep an eye on these outdoor rec startups

Jennifer Donovan | RIX StaffThursday, April 25, 2024

Rural Innovation ExchangeEconomic Development

First-ever rural-focused Real Estate Development Boot Camp aimed at emerging housing developers

Rosemary ParkerThursday, April 25, 2024

Southwest MichiganArts and Culture

Imagine Art N Lee provides creative space for budding and experienced artists at Crossroads Mall

Maya JamesThursday, April 25, 2024

Downtown Rogers City. “Murals on Main will be an incredible source of inspiration and beauty in Rogers City,” says MEDC Regional Prosperity Managing Director Paula Holtz.

Rural Innovation ExchangeArts and Culture

Inspired by Jackson's success, Rogers City looks to create downtown mural festival

MJ GalbraithThursday, April 25, 2024

A nearly century-old butcher block from the now-shuttered Michigan Maple Block Company in Petoskey.

Rural Innovation ExchangeCommunity Development

Redevelopment of Petoskey's historic Michigan Maple Block building gets financial boost from state

MJ GalbraithThursday, April 25, 2024

Holland Area Arts Council presents “The Art of Dr. Seuss” throughout May with the exhibition “25 Years Through the Wrong End of the Telescope,” a national touring exhibition.

The LakeshoreArts and Culture

May things to do: Tulip Time, Kite Fest, Memorial Day, Mother’s Day, art, music, fundraisers, more

Melody WilsonThursday, April 25, 2024

Longform

Metric Marketing founder and CEO Hannah McNaughton.

Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiEntrepreneurship

Positive culture helps Saline marketing firm climb Inc. list of fastest-growing Midwest companies

Sarah RiggWednesday, April 24, 2024

The Keel - Port HuronCommunity Development

Youth at A Beautiful Me learn new skills, transform former dresses into new creations

Liz FredendallThursday, April 18, 2024

Shady Lane Cellars is located at 9580 E. Shady Ln. in Suttons Bay.

Rural Innovation ExchangeSustainability

Suttons Bay winery wins research grant to test new sustainable soft pesticides at vineyard

MJ GalbraithThursday, April 18, 2024

Vacant for the past several years, the former school building at 219 N. Water St. will be redeveloped as affordable housing in downtown Owosso.

Rural Innovation ExchangeCommunity Development

This century-old school building is being redeveloped as affordable housing in downtown Owosso

MJ GalbraithThursday, April 18, 2024

Rural Innovation ExchangeCommunity Development

Downtown Clare has a new vibe, thanks to a new wave of entrepreneurs

Dianna StampflerThursday, April 18, 2024

Epicenter - Mount PleasantEntrepreneurship

Downtown Clare has a new vibe, thanks to a new wave of entrepreneurs

Dianna StampflerThursday, April 18, 2024

Catalyst MidlandEntrepreneurship

Emerald Fire Farms: Cultivating cannabis and community.

Misty BarronThursday, April 18, 2024

Inside one of the greenhouses at Griskie Farms

The Keel - Port HuronCommunity Development

Griskie Farms continuing the small farm legacy in challenging times

Leslie CieplechowiczThursday, April 18, 2024