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Bates Place — making things happen using gifts, talents and energy
Shanika P. Carter
Wednesday, May 12, 2021
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The Lakeshore
Economic Development
Beyond poverty: Families struggled to make ends meet before pandemic
Andrea Goodell
Tuesday, April 27, 2021
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The Lakeshore
Equity
Community Foundation invests in Jubilee housing with line of credit
Andrea Goodell
Monday, April 19, 2021
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The Lakeshore
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Hundreds kept housed during COVID by eviction diversion program in Ottawa County
Andrea Goodell
Saturday, April 17, 2021
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Ypsi-area "Take Art Leave Art" box brings neighbors together safely during pandemic
Sarah Rigg
Wednesday, April 14, 2021
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Estelle Slootmaker
Monday, March 1, 2021
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Ypsi's Rutherford Pool tentatively set to reopen for 2021 season with newly remodeled bath house
Sarah Rigg
Wednesday, February 17, 2021
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Community Development
Finding the helpers: Holland Helpers connects helpers, those who need help
andrea goodell
Monday, February 8, 2021
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The Lakeshore
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Developer builds with ‘missing middle’ workforce in mind
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Saturday, January 30, 2021
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Ypsi schools' Resiliency Center provides PPE, holiday help to over 300 individuals in first month
Sarah Rigg
Wednesday, January 20, 2021
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The Lakeshore
Community Development
Little pantry brings kindness, helping hand
andrea goodell
Monday, December 14, 2020
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The Lakeshore
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Zeeland Board of Public Works’ Holiday Power Dollars program goes digital
Shandra Martinez
Tuesday, December 1, 2020
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Sterling Heights kicks off food drive as COVID-19 increases national food insecurity
Kate Roff
Thursday, November 19, 2020
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The Lakeshore
Healthy Communities
Festive and safe: A socially distanced Halloween solution
Andrea Goodell
Wednesday, October 28, 2020
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The Lakeshore
Community Development
Jubilee, Habitat break ground on mixed-income neighborhood
andrea goodell
Tuesday, October 13, 2020
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Metromode - Metro Detroit
Kids and Education
Photos: In-person, outdoor library event meets community where it's at in Sterling Heights
Kate Roff
Thursday, September 24, 2020
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Sterling Heights' diversity awards recognize young residents' role in promoting inclusion
Kate Roff
Thursday, September 17, 2020
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Ypsi's annual Parkridge SummerFest to take place via livestream
Sarah Rigg
Wednesday, August 19, 2020
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The Lakeshore
Economic Development
Backyard gardens gain popularity during pandemic
Bev Berens
Monday, August 3, 2020
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Metro Detroit’s honeybees get by with a little help from their friends
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Oakland County is in "denial" about homelessness. What can be done?
Source: Metromode
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Source: Input Fort Wayne
Feeding America West Michigan expands headquarters to better tackle food insecurity
Source: Rapid Growth
RISE program launches digital guide to boost local businesses on Small Business Saturday
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Michigan hospitals and community mental health agencies collaborate for whole-person care
Source: Second Wave Michigan
Five promising Michigan startups get backing from the Michigan Outdoor Innovation Fund
Source: Upword - UP
Michigan universities join global "age-friendly" movement, making campuses more welcoming to elders
Source: Second Wave Michigan
Detroit Future City’s report highlights how to build a thriving, sustainable middle-class city
Source: Model D