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Feature Story Rebel Dogs has a distinctly Detroit approach to ethical animal advocacy Second Wave - Michigan

Rebels with a cause: How Rebel Dogs has changed the animal advocacy landscape in DetroitNonprofit Journal Project

Chris HandysideTuesday, December 17, 2024
Rebel Dogs was started by a couple of engaged citizens who wanted to alleviate the suffering of stray dogs. Today, it’s a comprehensive dog-rescue operation that helps Detroit pet owners on multiple levels.
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PHOTOS: A Sterling Christmas helps make the winter a little warmer in 2024

MJ GalbraithThursday, December 12, 2024
The 2024 iteration of A Sterling Christmas took place Saturday, Dec. 7, at Dodge Park in Sterling Heights.
Development News “This investment represents an important first step in our vision of scaling Project DIAMOnD statewide to empower small- and medium-sized manufacturers across Michigan,” says Tom Kelly, Executive Director and CEO of Automation Alley. Technology and Innovation

Innovative 3D printer network to expand, offer services to more Michigan manufacturers

MJ GalbraithThursday, December 12, 2024
“This investment represents an important first step in our vision of scaling Project DIAMOnD statewide to empower small- and medium-sized manufacturers across Michigan,” says Tom Kelly, Executive Director and CEO of Automation Alley.
Development News HA Industries in Sterling Heights has won a grant from the Going PRO Talent Fund. Economic Development

Skills training programs for new and current workers coming to these 7 Sterling Heights businesses

MJ GalbraithThursday, December 12, 2024
"By investing in people and their potential, this program drives progress, fosters growth and supports a thriving economy across Michigan," says Stephanie Beckhorn, director of LEO’s Office of Employment and Training.
Longform The program reduced postpartum depression by 50% among participants. Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

MSU public health researchers seek to expand successful preventive postpartum depression program

Joanne Bailey-BoorsmaTuesday, December 10, 2024
ROSE program trains expectant mothers on how roles and relationships change postpartum and teaches assertiveness skills so expectant mothers can ask for the support they need.
Longform Shepherd House, a new affordable housing development catering to LGBTQ+ seniors in Ferndale. Community Development

How does affordable housing get built in Oakland County?

Patrick DunnMonday, December 9, 2024
The process of building new housing with affordable rents is often long and complex. We dug into it with several local experts.
Feature Story Newcomer Mohammed arriving at the airport to a welcome from Ruth, a member of the Cassopolis, Mich., private sponsor group that worked with Zaman during the 90-day resettlement period Second Wave - Michigan

Welcome to Michigan: It takes a community to integrate refugees to U.S. cultureNonprofit Journal Project

Amy KurasThursday, December 5, 2024
Welcoming refugees to Michigan is part and parcel Zaman International's work with Welcome Corps
Development News "Clean, healthy air is vital for our community, especially as our library continues to be a hub for residents of all ages," says Tammy Turgeon, Director of the Sterling Heights Public Library. Healthy Communities

The air feels lighter at the Sterling Heights Public Library thanks to this statewide program

MJ GalbraithThursday, December 5, 2024
"Clean, healthy air is vital for our community, especially as our library continues to be a hub for residents of all ages," says Tammy Turgeon, Director of the Sterling Heights Public Library.
Development News “This is very exciting for the City of New Baltimore as this building holds a significant piece of history in our community,” says New Baltimore Mayor Thomas Semaan. Community Development

Historic Baker Building to be restored, revived as mixed-use development in downtown New Baltimore

MJ GalbraithThursday, December 5, 2024
“This is very exciting for the City of New Baltimore as this building holds a significant piece of history in our community,” says New Baltimore Mayor Thomas Semaan.
Feature Story A BULK Space workshop, titled Memories of a Place, lead by Adrienne Hayden Second Wave - Michigan

Breaking down barriers for local artistsNonprofit Journal Project

Chris HandysideFriday, November 29, 2024
BULK Space, in Detroit’s North End, offers classes, tools, technology and a physical work space for under-resourced artists.  
Feature Story Boater City Economic Development

Macomb provides prize incentives to shop local this holiday season

Genevieve FoxWednesday, November 27, 2024
Businesses that are entered into the contest by shoppers will have the chance to win one of 10 grants worth $1,000 and shoppers will also be entered into a drawing to win one of 10 $150 gift cards.
Longform Pontiac resident Devon Hollins at HOPE Shelters' adult homeless shelter in Pontiac. Hollins stayed at the shelter while he was experiencing homelessness and he now works there. Community Development

Oakland County is in "denial" about homelessness. What can be done?

Patrick DunnThursday, November 21, 2024
Despite Oakland County's reputation for prosperity, homelessness is far more common in the county than many residents might expect.
Longform A gathering for Michigan State University's Generations Connect program, which matches MSU undergraduate students with elders in the community, at the East Lansing Public Library. Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

Michigan universities join global "age-friendly" movement, making campuses more welcoming to elders

Estelle SlootmakerThursday, November 21, 2024
As Michigan prepares for rapid growth in its population of older adults, three Michigan universities have joined a global movement to make higher education institutions more "age-friendly."
Feature Story DFC Community Development

Detroit Future City’s report highlights how to build a thriving, sustainable middle-class city

Sarah SpohnThursday, November 21, 2024
Detroit is trending. It’s growing. But can it sustain? The latest report from Detroit Future City provides a roadmap on how to build a sustainable future, looking to build its middle-class population up. 
Feature Story The Sterling Heights Community Center is located at 40250 Dodge Park Rd. Arts and Culture

Local makers are ready to share the spotlight while hoping to inspire others at inaugural art fair

MJ GalbraithThursday, November 21, 2024
"Events like this show the community who is local and what services they provide while also providing a sense of security because the community can meet the businesses in person," says Julie Nicholls of Nicholls Knits.
Development News "These Alebrijes are made from different car parts tying up our relationship with Detroit and our long-time contributions as a Latino community to the Motor City,” says artist Elton Monroy Durán. Community Development

New sculptures unveiled in Mexicantown draw inspiration from Mexican folk art and Aztec folklore

MJ GalbraithThursday, November 21, 2024
"These Alebrijes are made from different car parts tying up our relationship with Detroit and our long-time contributions as a Latino community to the Motor City,” says artist Elton Monroy Durán.
Development News The award-winning Jason Hargrove Transit Center was first built in 1924 as the Dairy Cattle Building. Community Development

From Corktown to 8 Mile: Two major Detroit redevelopment projects receive design awards

MJ GalbraithThursday, November 21, 2024
“The awards are a wonderful recognition of our hard work and what we see every day at the park; people that are engaged and enjoying the beautiful gardens and settings of this unique, historic park and neighborhood asset,” says Jeff Klein, Deputy Chief of Landscape Architecture City of Detroit General Services Dept.
Development News “Research has shown us that social isolation and housing instability can have significant, adverse impacts on the health outcomes of older adults,” says Stephany De Scisciolo, Vice President of Impact, Evaluation, and Population Health at Enterprise. Healthy Communities

Michigan nonprofits win grants for innovations in helping older adults age well and at home

MJ GalbraithThursday, November 21, 2024
“Research has shown us that social isolation and housing instability can have significant, adverse impacts on the health outcomes of older adults,” says Stephany De Scisciolo, Vice President of Impact, Evaluation, and Population Health at Enterprise.
Development News Behind the scenes at RAVE Computer in 2022. Economic Development

This Sterling Heights computer hardware company has big plans for next trade show

MJ GalbraithThursday, November 21, 2024
“We’ve never brought so many systems to a tradeshow before," says Tony Miller, Senior Strategic Account Manager at RAVE Computer.
Longform The students currently taking U-M School of Public Health course, Chatgpt/AI and Public Health. Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

Public health and AI: Great potential and a need for ethical policies

Estelle SlootmakerTuesday, November 19, 2024
When applying AI to public health, great potentials exist for swifter, nimbler care and pin-pointed personalization. Its use also could exacerbate biases and the misuse of private information.  
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