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Now showing: The environment is the star of this annual film festival in Manistee

Genevieve FoxThursday, March 20, 2025
Folks from all over Michigan are gathering this weekend in Manistee to promote environmental stewardship through an annual film festival and other events.  
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Cherry Republic expands in Leelanau County

MJ Galbraith | RIX StaffThursday, March 20, 2025
Cherry Republic, the retailer of all things cherries, is expanding its distribution and fulfillment center in Empire. The $2.8 million project will create jobs and mean purchasing more cherries. 
Development News A rendering of the new Bay View Sports Complex in Alpena. Rural Innovation ExchangeCommunity Development

Alpena plans new sports complex at park on Lake Huron shoreline

MJ GalbraithThursday, March 20, 2025
“This restoration project will create a variety of public recreational uses at a new sports complex in a great location in Alpena,” says MEDC Regional Prosperity Managing Director Paula Holtz.
Development News “The Lakeshore Trail project will create further connectivity amongst the developing regional trail network in Southwest Michigan,” says MEDC Regional Prosperity Managing Director Paula Holtz. Rural Innovation ExchangeCommunity Development

Lakeshore Trail extension to start construction in June, adds two miles to 20 mile trailway

MJ GalbraithThursday, March 20, 2025
“The Lakeshore Trail project will create further connectivity amongst the developing regional trail network in Southwest Michigan,” says MEDC Regional Prosperity Managing Director Paula Holtz. 
Rural Innovation Exchange

First cougar cubs discovered in Michigan in more than a century

Brice BurgeThursday, March 20, 2025
“It’s pretty exciting, considering this could be the first known cougar reproduction in modern times in the western Great Lakes states,” said Brian Roell, large carnivore specialist for the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.
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FishPass project progresses on schedule, reshaping Traverse City's Boardman River

Thursday, March 20, 2025
Source: WPBN
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1940s Lake Michigan beach house demolition amid $5.25M state park upgrades

Thursday, March 20, 2025
Source: MLive
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Inside Soolicious Cake Art Studio: Passion, precision, and the perfect buttercreamLe Cordon Bleu-educated pastry chef opens Mt. Pleasant cake studio

Courtney JeromeThursday, March 20, 2025
At Soolicious Cake Art Studio, pastry chef Soo Bradley combines skill, passion, and high-quality ingredients to create custom cakes and baked goods that elevate special occasions. After training at Le Cordon Bleu Australia and spending over a decade as a pastry chef, Bradley opened her own storefront in Mt. Pleasant in 2023—quickly becoming a beloved destination for handcrafted desserts.
Feature Story John Counts, author of "Bear County, Michigan." Rural Innovation ExchangeArts and Culture

Former journalist explores darkness, beauty of northern Michigan in short story anthology

Rylee BarnsdaleThursday, March 20, 2025
John Counts' book, "Bear County, Michigan," blends elements of crime, folklore, and personal experience, drawing inspiration from Counts' time as a police reporter in Manistee.
Feature Story The park, which sits along the North Bank Trail at the end of Central Avenue, now has a small dog park, tennis courts, and softball and baseball diamonds, but it is in dire need of an update, officials say. Rural Innovation Exchange

Spring Lake Village leaders aim for accessibility all year long in Central Park renovation

Andrea GoodellThursday, March 20, 2025
The park would be the Spring Lake's first to be universally accessible and available year round.
Feature Story Shanika P. Carter The LakeshoreArts and Culture

Author channels passion for writing into new book and upcoming retreat

Shandra MartinezThursday, March 20, 2025
The Lakeshore contributor Shanika P. Carter celebrates storytelling with a new book and a writing retreat, inspiring others to bring their stories to life.
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PHOTOS: Finding Sterling Heights' 19th century past on the 190th anniversary of Jefferson Township

MJ GalbraithThursday, March 20, 2025
While Sterling Heights has grown mightily since its days as a bucolic farming community, there are remnants of its early history that still stand today.
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LittleGuide Detroit proves to be a huge resource for families with little ones

Sarah SpohnWednesday, March 19, 2025
Life with kids can feel overwhelming and costly. LittleGuide Detroit provides event guides, lists with free activities, birthday party ideas, local parks, recreation, and more for families. We spoke with founder Kerry Doman on how this newsletter, website and social media presence provides to families seeking out fun in the area.
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Soo Locks open for shipping season Friday

UPword StaffWednesday, March 19, 2025
"Our winter maintenance period is a critical time for us to execute strategic asset renewal investments in our aging locks,” said LeighAnn Ryckeghem, operations manager for the Soo Locks. “This year, a number of factors worked in our favor that allowed us to safely deliver this critical maintenance and also open to navigation traffic a few days early.”
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"Storytelling and Semiconductors" coming to western U.P. classrooms in the fall

UPword StaffWednesday, March 19, 2025
“It’s a win for Western UP students and their teachers to gain real-world education applications and hands-on workforce training at an early, impressionable age,” said Spencer Lucker, who is director of Strategic Talent Initiatives for the Michigan Economic Development Corporation.
Longform Infinite River performing at the Ypsilanti Freighthouse for UMS' "Beautiful Noise" concert. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiArts and Culture

Jazz, folk, open mic, and more return to Ypsi Freighthouse for University Musical Society residency

Rylee BarnsdaleWednesday, March 19, 2025
UMS' fifth residency at the historic Ypsi venue will feature performances, arts education, and creative exploration shaped by community input. 
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Helping start-ups on the road to success

Jennifer Donovan Wednesday, March 19, 2025
From brilliant idea to product: The Advanced Materials and Manufacturing Program Accelerator helps innovators learn the ins and outs of moving their creations from the lab to the marketplace. 
Feature Story A rendering of the proposed renovation of the former furniture store in downtown Houghton. UPword - UPCommunity Development

Old Houghton furniture store gets a new life as apartment housing with a view

Rosemary ParkerWednesday, March 19, 2025
An abandoned building in downtown Houghton will be transformed into much-needed housing, creating nine apartments and commercial space. 
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