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Why these well-established restauranteurs are excited for this year's Dearborn Restaurant Week

MJ GalbraithThursday, March 9, 2023
“Competition is fierce here in Dearborn, and everybody here does a hell of a job running the show. And we respect every one of them," says Moe Hider, owner of Famous Hamburger. "We work with a lot of our competition. We try and do events together, we promote each other. At the end of the day, if your neighbor is doing good, you're doing good, as well.”
Feature Story Lindsay Kennedy, owner of Dolcetto Cheese & Specialty Goods in downtown Farmington. Entrepreneurship

First-time entrepreneur finds her independence in downtown Farmington

MJ GalbraithThursday, March 9, 2023
"Ferndale has its little niche of quality food markets, and then obviously if you go down to Detroit there's so much incredible food. But we don't have that in Farmington yet so I really want to help connect people to great food experiences," says Lindsay Kennedy, owner of Dolcetto Cheese & Specialty Goods.
Feature Story Volunteers for Gleaners Community Food Bank at the Oakland County Farmers Market mobile distribution Second Wave - MichiganSustainability

A financial triple whammy for nonprofitsFeature: Nonprofit Journal Project

Rick HaglundWednesday, March 8, 2023
Inflation, a talent shortage, and the end of COVID-related support means nonprofits are facing particularly challenging times.  
Feature Story Chanel Domonique, Darylynn 'DeDe' Mumphord Community Development

Meet 3 women shaping Detroit's hip-hop renaissance

Kahn Santori DavisonWednesday, March 8, 2023
"Don't feel like it's not a space for you, because there is," advises Lauren "Lo" McGrier, who manages popular music venue El Club, as well as Detroit hip-hop talent. "You deserve to be in that room just as much as that other person..." 
Longform Conversations about hard topics like suicide can help prevent it. Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

Here's how Michigan's community mental health agencies are helping prevent youth suicide

Brooke MarshallTuesday, March 7, 2023
Summit Pointe, Mental Health Foundation of West Michigan, and other community mental health agencies provide youth access to services that help them overcome suicidal thoughts and self-harming actions.
Feature Story The Whitney Arts and Culture

Detroit Writing Room brings an intimate author series to The Whitney

Sarah WilliamsThursday, March 2, 2023
The Whitney series features six high-profile authors with Michigan ties, ranging from ProPublica investigative reporter Andy Kroll to Pulitzer Prize-nominated journalist and children’s book author Desiree Cooper. The stories speak of no-fear parenting, true-crime reporting, bold decision-making, personal endurance, and the celebration of home.
Feature Story The 25th annual Sterling Heights Cultural Exchange took place on Friday, Feb. 24. Diversity

PHOTOS: Scenes from this year's Sterling Heights Cultural Exchange

David LewinskiThursday, March 2, 2023
The 25th annual Sterling Heights Cultural Exchange took place on Friday, Feb. 24, at the Sterling Heights Community Center. We sent photographer David Lewinski to document this year's festival and his photos already have us looking forward to next year. Here's why.
Longform Aisha Sanders, owner and creator of Wicksup Candle Co. in Oak Park, explains the candle making process to a Food and Friendship Connections group. Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

Program brings friendship, needed resources to older adults living with HIV in Detroit and Lansing

Estelle SlootmakerThursday, February 23, 2023
Seventy-five Detroit- and Lansing-area residents have benefited from a pilot program called Food and Friendship Connections, which offers meals, transportation, and community for older adults living with HIV.
Feature Story Norman Clement, Detroit Change Initiative Second Wave - MichiganEquity

Redistricting – and how nonprofits helped to preserve democracyFeature: Nonprofit Journal Project

MJ GalbraithTuesday, February 21, 2023
While memories of the November elections might be fading, the results are here for the long haul as the new Michigan legislature gets to work. In this feature by MJ Galbraith, read how historically underrepresented “communities of interest” weighed in on redistricting decisions of the bipartisan Michigan Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission with some surprising results.
Longform Breastfeeding education materials at the Black Mothers' Breastfeeding Association in Detroit. Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

Michigan's breastfeeding networks educate parents, address disparities, advocate for parent rights

Estelle SlootmakerThursday, February 16, 2023
Support networks for breastfeeding parents are helping more little Michiganders get their best start in life.
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As Dearborn Restaurant Week approaches, these new restaurants are ready to impress

MJ GalbraithThursday, February 16, 2023
Dearborn Restaurant Week returns to the city for a ten-day affair beginning on Friday, March 3, and runs through Sunday, March 12. In Part One of our Dearborn Restaurant Week coverage, we check in with two brand new restaurants that will be participating for the first time in this year’s event. They also happen to be neighbors.
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Resources after a shooting: How to help adolescents, talk to media, navigate trauma

Tuesday, February 14, 2023
We aren't alone in grappling with how to talk to loved ones about mass shootings and gun violence, sadly, but there are resources to help. We've compiled a list of guides, many from the National Child Traumatic Stress Network, that can assist with navigating tough conversations at this time.
Feature Story Learn all the right moves at Argentine Tango Detroit dance studio. Arts and Culture

5 date night ideas sure to stir up the romance in Macomb County

David SandsMonday, February 13, 2023
Here are five fun and exciting ideas for your next date night in Macomb County.
Feature Story the Shell gas station in downtown Lake Orion Arts and Culture

Dining Destinations: Neighborhood gas stations, party stores with surprising beer and wine options

Sierra OkoniewskiThursday, February 9, 2023
Does your regular gas station stop have a surprisingly excellent selection of Michigan craft beer? And regional wines? Locally-distilled gin? Welcome to Metro Detroit's hidden gems. Tucked into our neighborhoods are local party stores and liquor shops that consistently punch above their weight in beverage selections.  
Development News The Enterprise Pocket Park project will transform a former parking lot-turned-temporary pocket park into a permanent park. Community Development

Downtown Farmington successful in their crowdfunding campaign to build new pocket park

MJ GalbraithThursday, February 9, 2023
“Community is such an important part of our lives, and having another place for people to connect, to be social and be together, I think that's really important," says Cathy Dinan Dillon of the John D. and Jean E. Dinan Foundation.
Development News Velocity is located at 6633 18 Mile Rd. in Sterling Heights. Technology and Innovation

First of several Industry 4.0 workshops coming to Velocity in Sterling Heights

MJ GalbraithThursday, February 9, 2023
“These events are for manufacturers of all sizes,” says MCPED Director Vicky Rowinski. “Those involved in making key operational decisions are encouraged to join us for breakfast followed by an opportunity to listen, ask questions, and network.”
Development News "The arboretum will be a visible way for us to carry on Fred's legacy for years to come," says Dr. Neil Hawkins, president of the Fred A. and Barbara M. Erb Family Foundation. Community Development

Royal Oak Arboretum to receive 100 new trees thanks to this $250K gift

MJ GalbraithThursday, February 9, 2023
"The arboretum will be a visible way for us to carry on Fred's legacy for years to come," says Dr. Neil Hawkins, president of the Fred A. and Barbara M. Erb Family Foundation.
Longform Washtenaw County Community Mental Health is a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

Michigan's CCBHCs open mental health access to all

Joanne Bailey-BoorsmaTuesday, February 7, 2023
Michigan's 34 CCBHCs provide whole-person care by integrating physical health with a comprehensive range of mental health and substance use disorder services to vulnerable individuals no matter what a patients' income or insurance coverage.  
Feature Story Cross-country skiing at Stony Creek Metropark Healthy Communities

Here's what you need to know about cross-country skiing and snowshoeing in Macomb County

David SandsThursday, February 2, 2023
Cross-country skiing and snowshoeing are great fun, when the weather allows. Here's where you can try them out in Macomb County.
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Human Rights Campaign gives Sterling Heights high scores for improved LGBTQ+ inclusivity efforts

MJ GalbraithThursday, February 2, 2023
“We are thrilled to see that our efforts to promote equality and inclusivity for all residents have been recognized by the Human Rights Campaign,” says Sterling Heights Mayor Michael Taylor.
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