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Features

Feature Story Hazel Park's past and future are represented in Zach Curtis's new mural aside the Hazel Park Library. Community Development

How these programs are making it easier to grow up – and age in place – in Hazel Park

MJ GalbraithFriday, February 28, 2025
“The Hazel Park Promise Zone plays a vital role in opening doors to higher education by helping break down financial barriers and providing the tools students need to succeed,” says Mike McFall, state Representative for Michigan’s 14th district.
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. Sustainability

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

MJ GalbraithThursday, February 20, 2025
“The Climate Action Plan positions Sterling Heights as a leader in sustainability,” says Sterling Heights Mayor Michael Taylor. “It's important we act now to ensure a cleaner, healthier and more resilient community for future generations.”
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. Sustainability

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

MJ GalbraithThursday, February 20, 2025
“The Circular Economy Grants fund innovation and collaboration to reimagine the reuse and recycling of materials,” says Matt Flechter, recycling markets specialist with EGLE.
Feature Story Culinary students in Zaman International's training kitchen Second Wave - Michigan

In the kitchen with Kim: Immigrants, refugees and other women find a path and purpose at ZamanNonprofit Journal Project

Amy KurasTuesday, February 18, 2025
Developing self-confidence and culinary skills are key to Zaman International's culinary program for women who are immigrants or refugees or face other barriers to employment.
Feature Story Shiawassee Basin Preserve Second Wave - Michigan

Springfield Twp. Parks and Recreation collaborates with Oakland County to preserve natural assetsNonprofit Journal Project Feature

Sarah SpohnSaturday, February 15, 2025
“Once those ecosystems are lost, they can’t be recreated,” says Sarah Richmond of Springfield Township Parks and Recreation. The township collaborates with Oakland County Parks on projects to steward land in northern Oakland County.  
Feature Story “We’re not just investors with a bunch of money trying to capture revenue. We are a real family-owned business that’s working hard at supporting ours and other families,” says Rick Fandakly, co-owner of Boozy's Bar & Grill in Hazel Park. Entrepreneurship

Hazel Park's newest business hopes to spark a more robust commercial corridor in city's South End

MJ GalbraithThursday, February 13, 2025
“We’re not just investors with a bunch of money trying to capture revenue. We are a real family-owned business that’s working hard at supporting ours and other families,” says Rick Fandakly, co-owner of Boozy's Bar & Grill in Hazel Park.
Development News The 13th annual Macomb Business Awards is scheduled for Thursday, May 15, at the AMC Forum 30 in Sterling Heights. Economic Development

Sterling Heights theater to play host to the 13th annual Macomb Business Awards this May

MJ GalbraithThursday, February 13, 2025
“This event is one of the County’s largest celebrations of local businesses and organizations, and this year’s program will be unlike anything we’ve done before,” says Vicky Rowinski, director of the Macomb County Planning and Economic Development.
Feature Story Boozy's, Hazel Park Entrepreneurship

PHOTOS: Inside the new Hazel Park eatery

David LewinskiTuesday, February 11, 2025
A new bar and grill in the heart of Hazel Park is the brainchild of Rick Fandakly and Marvin Putrus. Busy weekends find the bar serving up pub favorites like sliders, tacos, flatbreads, and sharables. Spinach and artichoke dip, anyone?
Longform Sean Wolski at his home in Royal Oak. Wolski was inspired to advocate for more housing in Oakland County after struggling to buy a house himself. Community Development

From zoning reform to fair market rent, what policies would ease Oakland County's housing crisis?

Patrick DunnMonday, February 10, 2025
We talked to homeowners, nonprofit leaders, and government officials about what local, state, and federal policy changes would help address the county's housing shortage and boost affordability.
Feature Story A box of Lekker Chócó Treats chocolate-covered strawberries. Economic Development

Black-owned foodie businesses you should know about, and try

Sunday, February 9, 2025
This month we are celebrating Black history by looking to our future-makers. Here are some Black-owned businesses driving our foodie scene (and giving us some great Valentine's gift ideas!).
Feature Story Program leader for GiGi's Kitchen gives directions to participants to prepare food and teach the importance of health and wellness Second Wave - Michigan

Volunteers provide all-ages support to people with Down syndromeNonprofit Journal Project

Leo V. KaplanThursday, February 6, 2025
Volunteers do “all of the magic” at GiGi’s Playhouse, an achievement center with developmental and recreational programs for people with Down syndrome.
Feature Story Yoga with Cats Healthy Communities

Yoga with cats brings the mental health we need right now

Sarah SpohnThursday, February 6, 2025
Yoga with goats got us through a pandemic, but now there's a new fur-friendly option happening in Ferndale. Yoga classes with cats are taking off, and it's just the zen we've been looking for.
Feature Story PieSci Economic Development

4 Oak Park eateries that are taking pizza to the next level

Sierra OkoniewskiThursday, February 6, 2025
The city of Oak Park is cultivating a fresh vision for their community, and Michigan restauranteurs are taking notice.
Feature Story "I love country music, and grab influences from that, and sometimes you can hear a little bit of pop in my songs as well," says Rebecca Cameron, a local singer/songwriter set to play the 2025 Sterling Coffeehouse series. Arts and Culture

Sterling Coffeehouse series provides a chance for community to warm up over coffee and music

MJ GalbraithThursday, February 6, 2025
The Sterling Heights Community Center plays host to the Coffeehouse series, where local businesses provide complimentary refreshments and a varied roster of performers take the stage for free and ticketed events alike.
Development News “These funds will support the development of John Grace Arms, a transformative housing community that will offer 60 senior apartments, with a focus on fostering community engagement and recreation,” says Dana Chestnut, CHC’s Chief Lending Officer. Community Development

Adaptive reuse of historic Southfield school into affordable senior housing wins $750K grant

MJ GalbraithThursday, February 6, 2025
“These funds will support the development of John Grace Arms, a transformative housing community that will offer 60 senior apartments, with a focus on fostering community engagement and recreation,” says Dana Chestnut, CHC’s Chief Lending Officer.
Longform Tara Poore, manager of Children’s Services, left, and Megan Ford, manager of Autism and Intellectual Second Wave - MichiganKids and Education

Michigan student loan repayment program helping to tackle mental health workforce shortage

Brianna NargisoTuesday, February 4, 2025
Michigan has long faced a critical shortage of mental health professionals, impacting access to vital care for communities across the state. To address this growing challenge, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) launched the Behavioral Health Now Loan Repayment Program, a strategic initiative aimed at attracting and retaining mental health professionals by alleviating the financial burden of student loans.
Feature Story Nate Rauh-Bieri is Head of Projects for JustAir Second Wave - Michigan

Collaboration gets Dearborn air quality data to people who need itNonprofit Journal Project Feature

Allison Torres BurtkaFriday, January 31, 2025
The City of Dearborn’s air quality monitoring program makes hyper-local air quality data easily accessible to residents. Since its launch last year, people have used it to make decisions about spending time outdoors, and the city has used data to assess options to improve air quality.
Partner Content Expert presenters share evidence-based information traversing the lifespan from early intervention and initial diagnosis to quality of life for older autistic adults. Second Wave - MichiganDiversity

Navigating Autism Today Conference connects autism community to facts, friendships, and resources

Estelle SlootmakerTuesday, January 28, 2025
The Autism Alliance of Michigan Navigating Autism Today (NAT) Conference connects autistic people of all ages and their loved ones with education, resources, and community.
Longform Ronita and Gregory Coleman are redeveloping the Casa Del Rey Apartments building in Pontiac. The project has been supported by Oakland County's new land bank and housing trust fund. Community Development

Land bank, trust fund, and more among Oakland County's innovative solutions to housing crisis

Patrick DunnMonday, January 27, 2025
Oakland County has adopted innovative new approaches to solve its housing affordability crisis since County Executive Dave Coulter took office in 2019.
Feature Story Real Estate Economic Development

Michigan women in real estate: What to expect in 2025

Leslie CieplechowiczThursday, January 23, 2025
Housing prices in Michigan are expected to increase by 3 to 5% this year. Want to know more? Talk to the women in the industry. 
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