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Feature Story Beyond Basics partners with Muskegon schools, providing one-on-one tutoring to close literacy gaps through a state-funded pilot program. The LakeshoreKids and Education

Muskegon Schools partner with Beyond Basics to close literacy gaps

Shandra MartinezSunday, February 2, 2025
Development News Phase II of North Central's CATEE project, which begins in early 2025, includes the razing of the college’s 59-year-old Technology Building, transforming it into an expanded, state-of-the-art Technology Center. Rural Innovation ExchangeKids and Education

Groundbreaking ceremony set for new 11,750 sq. ft. tech center at this school's Petoskey campus

MJ GalbraithThursday, January 30, 2025
Development News “By building and rehabilitating homes in a smarter and more efficient way, renters will have the benefit of living in higher-quality units and saving money on their monthly energy bills,” says MSHDA CEO and Executive Director Amy Hovey. Rural Innovation ExchangeSustainability

New $35M fund available to developers building, renovating energy efficient rental housing projects

MJ GalbraithThursday, January 30, 2025
Feature Story A 2022 EcoCorps participant helps remove baby's breath at Elberta Beach. Rural Innovation ExchangeSustainability

Non-profit SEEDS provides green job experience for Michigan’s future workforce

Genevieve Fox Thursday, January 30, 2025
Partner Content Big Abe LeBlanc in front of the truck he used to deliver fresh fish to customers. Rural Innovation ExchangeSustainability

Big Abe's Net

Ellie Katz | Interlochen Public RadioThursday, January 30, 2025
In The News Interdunal Wetlands Southwest MichiganSustainability

Rare interdunal wetlands under threat from development, climate change in Michigan

Sam KappThursday, January 30, 2025
Longform Luther Blackburn with Katelyn Zak in front of her home that had its lead service lines replaced by YCUA. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiHealthy Communities

Initiative aims to identify lead plumbing in Ypsi-area homes

Sarah RiggWednesday, January 29, 2025
Partner Content Left to right: Ralph Livingston, President Elect St Clair Rotary; Jackie Hanton, Vice President Community Foundation of St. Clair County; Bill Kauffman, St. Clair Rotary President execute the fund agreement. The Keel - Port HuronCommunity Development

St. Clair Rotary Club establishes fund at the Community Foundation

St. Clair Rotary ClubThursday, January 23, 2025
Feature Story Among the attractions in East Tawas is Tawas Point State Park and the Tawas Point Lighthouse, offering spectacular views of Lake Huron. Rural Innovation ExchangeEconomic Development

Could East Tawas be the next port for Great Lakes passenger cruises?

RIX StaffThursday, January 23, 2025
Development News “To protect the park’s remaining trees and reduce the risk of oak wilt disease, tree removal must take place in the winter months, outside of the growing season,” says Stephanie Rosinski, Traverse City and Leelanau state parks supervisor. Rural Innovation ExchangeCommunity Development

Tree removal begins at a popular Traverse City campground as part of $8.5M enhancement project

MJ GalbraithThursday, January 23, 2025
Development News 2025 Chinook Cup Winner: Dog Star Hops. Pictured (l-r) Alec Mull, Bell’s Brewery, presents the award to Ken Porter and Jim Mikesell of Dog Star Hops, Charlotte. Rural Innovation ExchangeEntrepreneurship

Eaton County hops farm wins first-place in annual competition for Michigan hop growers

MJ GalbraithThursday, January 23, 2025
Innovation News People work on a rain garden. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiSustainability

Learn how to make a rain garden in upcoming class hosted by Southeast Michigan watershed councils

Elinor EppersonWednesday, January 22, 2025
Feature Story The Martin Lions was one of many organizations that helped to stock Allegan County pantries with peanut butter last year. The LakeshoreCommunity Development

Allegan County Community Foundation 'spreading the love' with ninth annual peanut butter drive

Andrea GoodellSaturday, January 18, 2025
Feature Story discgolf Rural Innovation ExchangeEntrepreneurship

Disc golf course caps tiny school district’s forestry lessons

Rosemary ParkerThursday, January 16, 2025
Feature Story almawelcomedesk Rural Innovation ExchangeCommunity Development

With expansion Alma hospital is poised for growth

Rosemary Parker Thursday, January 16, 2025
Longform Joe Williams, owner of The Pickleball Pop-Up in downtown Farmington. Metromode - Metro DetroitEntrepreneurship

How this former home goods store has been repurposed as an indoor pickleball facility

MJ GalbraithThursday, January 16, 2025
Development News “We are honored to continue the stewardship of Leo Creek Preserve, ensuring that it remains a jewel of Suttons Bay for students and the public,” says ISEA executive director Fred Sitkins. Rural Innovation ExchangeSustainability

What's next for this 9-acre nature preserve recently gifted to a Suttons Bay nonprofit

MJ GalbraithThursday, January 16, 2025
Development News "We have loved being a part of the downtown and we are so grateful to be a small part of the overall concept that is being developed in our community," says Kim Hemker, Executive Director of BCCADSV. Rural Innovation ExchangeEconomic Development

Downtown Coldwater invites businesses to apply for statewide grant supporting renovations and more

MJ GalbraithThursday, January 16, 2025
Feature Story Holiday Metromode - Metro DetroitArts and Culture

Winter rom-com finds love in Metro Detroit, Grand Rapids, Saugatuck film locations

Thursday, January 16, 2025
Longform Ypsilanti City Manager Andrew Hellenga at the Peninsular Dam. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiSustainability

Ypsi secures funds to remove aging Peninsular Dam in 2026

Sarah RiggWednesday, January 15, 2025
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