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Virtual Job Fair represents 40+ employers seeking behavioral health services professionals

Estelle SlootmakerTuesday, February 13, 2024
The Community Mental Health Association of Michigan (CMHA) is sponsoring a Behavioral Health Services Virtual Job Fair 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday Feb. 21, 2024. 
Longform Dr. Tiffany Abrego, executive director of behavioral health at the Boys and Girls Club of Southeast Michigan and associate professor of psychology at Wayne State University, and Jeremiah Green, whose idea led to the Mentally Fit Program. Second Wave - MichiganKids and Education

Program offering free mental health support for youth aims to create future mental health pros

Estelle SlootmakerMonday, February 12, 2024
A new program dreamed up by a Detroit teen is offering free mental health services for young people – and seeking to inspire them to help others by pursuing mental health careers.
Development News “Our Visioning 2040 and Look No Further Campaign represent our collective aspirations for the future and celebrate the unique benefits of living, working and playing in our community,” says Sterling Heights Mayor Michael Taylor. Community Development

Sterling Heights reveals strategic plan for next decade of community and economic development

MJ GalbraithThursday, February 8, 2024
“Our Visioning 2040 and Look No Further Campaign represent our collective aspirations for the future and celebrate the unique benefits of living, working and playing in our community,” says Sterling Heights Mayor Michael Taylor.
Development News The intricately decorated interior of the First Congregational Church in Wyandotte is a significant example of the artistic craftsmanship of the turn of the twentieth century. Arts and Culture

State celebrates 19 historic sites added to National Register; 10 of them in metro Detroit

MJ GalbraithThursday, February 8, 2024
“These 19 historic properties listed in 2023 help to tell a more complete history at the local, state, and national levels," said State Historic Preservation Officer Ryan Schumaker.
Feature Story Afrofuturism Arts and Culture

Drawing on the past to visualize the future: What Afrofuturism means and why it matters

Monique BedfordThursday, February 1, 2024
The latest exhibit at The Wright, which includes the costume designs of “Black Panther”, is prompting some deeper questions about an increasingly popular movement. We talk to Detroit visionaries and curators about Afrofuturism, and what it means to look to history to imagine the future.
Feature Story Game day in Sterling Heights. Arts and Culture

PHOTOS: See how Sterling Heights turned out in support of the Detroit Lions

David LewinskiWednesday, January 31, 2024
Photographer David Lewinski captures the scene at some of Sterling Heights' most enthusiastic watering holes as fans watched the Detroit Lions play in the NFC Championship game.
Feature Story x Arts and Culture

As Farmington celebrates 200 years, here's where to visit to get a sense of its past (and future)

MJ GalbraithWednesday, January 31, 2024
2024 is the community’s bicentennial. Here's what's happening at some of its most historic sites today.
Longform Building Community Value education session. Second Wave - MichiganBuilding Communities

Lansing and Detroit organizations work to address the need for single-family housing

Sarah SpohnTuesday, January 30, 2024
Block by Block spoke with Lansing and Detroit organizations on how they’re addressing the need for single-family housing in their communities. Building Community Value, based in Detroit, and the Capital Area Housing Partnership, based in Lansing, share their perspectives of the needs and how their resources are serving as building blocks for a better housing ecosystem.  
Partner Content The Grand Rapids location will expand AAoM’s Upbound Staffing employment program. Second Wave - MichiganCommunity Development

Upbound Staffing creates inclusive connections for employers and job seekers

Joseph GoralTuesday, January 30, 2024
Upbound Staffing helps prepare job candidates living with autism for all parts of a career search and assists businesses in making their work environments more inclusive.
Feature Story Boys in preschool Second Wave - MichiganDiversity

الأطفال في سن ما قبل المدرسة الذين يعيشون مع التوحد يستفيدون من التعليم المبكر بشكل كبير

Estelle SlootmakerTuesday, January 30, 2024
تحدثت "تهم التعليم المبكر" عن هذا الموضوع المهم مع هيذر إيكنر، مديرة التعليم على مستوى الولاية في تحالف التوحد في ميشيغان (AAOM) وأم لطفلين يعيشان مع التوحد.
Feature Story Kids Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

What do breastfeeding, sanitation, vaccines, and lead paint have in common? Public health.

Rylee BarnsdaleTuesday, January 30, 2024
Q&A with Norm Hess, executive director of the Michigan Association for Local Public Health.
Feature Story Boys in preschool Second Wave - MichiganDiversity

Por qué los preescolares con autismo se benefician de la educación temprana

Estelle SlootmakerTuesday, January 30, 2024
Early Education Matters habló sobre este importante tema con Heather Eckner, directora de educación estatal de la Autism Alliance of Michigan (Alianza para el Autismo de Michigan, AAOM) y madre de dos niños autistas.
Longform A Meals on Wheels Western Michigan volunteer makes a delivery. Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

Inflation, aging population, and loss of COVID funding impact Michigan Meals on Wheels programs

Estelle SlootmakerThursday, January 25, 2024
Many Meals on Wheels providers report that challenges have arisen as their client lists continue to grow thanks to an aging population, even as pandemic relief funding dries up.
Feature Story Oak Park police Arts and Culture

Oak Park public safety officers reflect on the past and future as a new year begins

Blake WoodruffThursday, January 25, 2024
Blake Woodruff sits down with officers in Oak Park to find out how big changes in the force play out, and what the city can expect this year.   
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'Hidden History of Lake St. Clair' film to highlight historical underwater towns

Genevieve FoxThursday, January 25, 2024
A film premiering in February will focus on two forgotten communities underneath Lake St. Clair that were once early settlements of the waterfront community. 
Longform Eric Lupher. Second Wave - MichiganBuilding Communities

Housing a key element of "Michigan's Path to a Prosperous Future"

Sarah SpohnTuesday, January 23, 2024
Citizens Research Council, Michigan Municipal League, and Detroit Hispanic Development Corporation weigh in on state's housing needs, regional, minority-driven resources, and development within individual communities.   
Longform The MALPH staff: Jodie Shaver, Vickie Johnson, Edward Witherspoon, Gwen Tithoff, and Norm Hess. Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

Michigan Association for Local Public Health helps build health across the state

Rylee BarnsdaleTuesday, January 23, 2024
Michigan Association for Local Public Health advocates for policies, initiatives, and collaborations that build health across the state and individually through trainings and workforce assistance.
Feature Story Boys in preschool Second Wave - MichiganKids and Education

Why preschoolers living with autism benefit from early education

Estelle SlootmakerTuesday, January 23, 2024
 Early childhood education presents a golden opportunity to set up  children living with autism for academic success.
Longform Melanie Brim, former president and CEO of the Michigan Health Council. Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

How can Michigan solve its growing health care workforce shortage?Nonprofit Journal Project

Estelle SlootmakerMonday, January 22, 2024
One study found that nearly all of the 36 Michigan health care occupations it analyzed are projecting workforce shortages between now and 2032. What can be done?
Development News The “Two Bears” sculpture by Marshall M. Fredericks in front of the Sterling Heights Public Library. Arts and Culture

From pickleball to podcasts: Sterling Heights Library launches new collection of, well, things

MJ GalbraithThursday, January 18, 2024
"These items are meant to empower our community members to explore, learn, and create in innovative ways," says Tammy Turgeon, director of Sterling Heights Public Library.
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