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Feature Story Josh Chapman, President and CEO, YMCA of the Blue Water Area Second Wave - MichiganCommunity Development

Blue Meets Green collaborative feeds economic prosperityNonprofit Journal Project Feature

Sarah SpohnThursday, September 12, 2024
The Blue Meets Green collaborative considers all sectors while cultivating a prosperous St. Clair County.  
Development News Kensington Metropark in Oakland County. Sustainability

Oakland County receives countywide recognition for sustainability efforts

MJ GalbraithThursday, September 12, 2024
“This recognition is a testament to the county and its communities," says Oakland County’s Chief Sustainability Officer Erin Quetell.
Development News Martin Road Park in Ferndale. Community Development

Pickleball courts (and lots more) coming to this Ferndale neighborhood park

MJ GalbraithThursday, September 12, 2024
The next round of improvements slated for Ferndale’s Martin Road Park is underway.
Development News At the decking station, the body and chassis of a Ram 1500 officially join together for the remainder of the assembly process at Stellantis’ Sterling Heights, Mich., facility. Economic Development

This Sterling Heights plant becomes first in U.S. to build fully electric vehicle for Stellantis

MJ GalbraithThursday, September 12, 2024
“Sterling Heights Assembly has performed an incredible transformation in record time and I want to thank our colleagues for this great achievement,” says Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares.
Partner Content Nicole Milton Second Wave - MichiganBuilding Communities

FHLBank Indianapolis first-time home ownership program making Michiganders’ dreams a reality

Jaishree DrepaulTuesday, September 10, 2024
FHLBank Indianapolis HomeBoost program offered up to $15,000 in down payment and closing and counseling costs assistance in its pilot year. For the program's return, those who qualify can receive up to $25,000.  
Feature Story “We’re trying to build a Ferrari here, and I’m confident at this point that we really are,” says Jesse Hopkins, founder of Clay Avenue Guitar Co. Entrepreneurship

How this local guitar company is feeling reinvigorated by its new Hazel Park workshop

MJ GalbraithThursday, September 5, 2024
“We’re trying to build a Ferrari here, and I’m confident at this point that we really are,” says Jesse Hopkins, founder of Clay Avenue Guitar Co.
Feature Story Constructing Futures AI Arts and Culture

Don’t miss out on these 10 experiences in the Detroit Month of Design

Monique BedfordThursday, September 5, 2024
From 3D-printed homes to stop-motion animation, this month Detroit proves why it is the first and only UNESCO City of Design in the United States. Here are some seriously cool experiences to get to this month.
Development News Macomb County’s first-ever small business pitch contest was held on Thursday, Aug. 22, at Velocity in Sterling Heights. Entrepreneurship

Sterling Heights business incubator and accelerator hosts small biz pitch contest. Here's who won

MJ GalbraithThursday, September 5, 2024
“This was a great contest between a variety of phenomenal new businesses that are really working to establish and grow their footprint in Macomb County,” says MCPED Director Vicky Rowinski.
Longform Danielle Atkinson, founder and national director of Mothering Justice, has been instrumental in advocating for paid leave in Michigan. Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

Paid sick leave and family leave are moving forward in Michigan. Here's what's next.

Estelle SlootmakerThursday, August 29, 2024
For more than a decade, Michigan advocacy groups and some legislators have been working to expand paid leave from work for Michiganders – and this year, their efforts are paying off in two major ways.
Feature Story ESL class at the Chaldean Community Foundation Second Wave - Michigan

Help for new arrivals to metro DetroitNonprofit Journal Project

Amy KurasThursday, August 29, 2024
Despite its name, the Chaldean Community Foundation has served clients from 59 different countries with citizenship classes, immigration assistance, and more. Programs are aimed at helping people navigate systems so they can feel at home in heir newly adopted country.
Partner Content Hero Walk family team Second Wave - MichiganCommunity Development

Autism Hero Walk raises funds while raising awareness

Estelle SlootmakerTuesday, August 27, 2024
Promoted as "Michigan's largest gathering of the autistic community — 6,000+ families and autistic persons coming together to celebrate everyday superheroes,” The Autism Hero Walk takes place from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Detroit Zoo in Royal Oak.
Longform Teens with the BuildOn Program in Detroit pose during their summer campout at Scout Hollow Campground in Rouge Park, coordinated by Detroit Outdoors. Kids and Education

Detroit collaborative builds future leaders by introducing kids to hiking and camping

Patrick DunnMonday, August 26, 2024
Detroit Outdoors is a collaborative network of institutions focused on expanding access to outdoor recreation. 
Feature Story Sidecar Slider Bar opened in Sterling Heights in 2024. Entrepreneurship

Break out the big scissors: Touring the latest businesses to open in Sterling Heights

MJ GalbraithThursday, August 22, 2024
Taking a look around Sterling Heights and highlighting some of the businesses that have celebrated grand openings over these past several months.
Development News The Sterling Heights-headquartered Chaldean Community Foundation first requested that Ankawa and Sterling Heights begin talks to become Sister Cities. Community Development

Sterling Heights to form Sister City partnership with Ankawa, Iraq

MJ GalbraithThursday, August 22, 2024
The City of Sterling Heights and its family of sister cities grows a little larger this week.
Development News Lake St. Clair Metropark in Harrison Township. Community Development

Macomb County nonprofit announces second annual Community Engagement Summit in Harrison Township

MJ GalbraithThursday, August 22, 2024
“When people feel connected to their community and have a role in building an equitable and thriving place, they are more likely to stay, engage and contribute," says City Institute founder Jeanette Pierce.
Longform A Camp Carpenter participant works on a project with a counselor at Carpenter Park in Detroit. Community Development

Detroit's privately owned parks make a big difference for their neighborhoods

Patrick DunnThursday, August 15, 2024
Private individuals and nonprofits have established parks across the city to help advance equity, build community, provide services, and catalyze investment in underserved neighborhoods.
Feature Story Mike's on the Water, St. Clair Shores Economic Development

5 Macomb downtown areas to visit before summer ends

Genevieve FoxThursday, August 15, 2024
From New Baltimore to Romeo, here are five unique downtowns with great local vibes to check out. 
Development News A scene from the Sterling Heights' 44th Annual Memorial Day Parade in 2023. Technology and Innovation

Sterling Heights defense contractor emboldened by parent company’s latest acquisition

MJ GalbraithThursday, August 15, 2024
“The acquisition of Loc Performance gives us the manufacturing readiness that will enable us to realise the major orders we are aiming for,” says Matthew Warnick, CEO of American Rheinmetall Vehicles.
Longform Produce from the Youth Mentor Garden at Marquette Park in Wyoming, Mich. Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

Youth Mentor Gardens grow food, family, and community in Detroit and Grand Rapids area

Estelle SlootmakerThursday, August 8, 2024
At two Youth Mentor Gardens, participating teens and their families work together to plant, weed, water, mulch, and harvest produce.
Feature Story Produce at Forgotten Harvest's Client Choice Market Second Wave - Michigan

Forgotten Harvest's Client Choice Market fosters dignity in food assistanceNonprofit Journal Project

Sarah WilliamsThursday, August 8, 2024
A premier food rescue organization serving Southeast Michigan is changing how it delivers healthy, nutritious meals to people in need by providing a shopping experience to center families’ choices.
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