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Development News The Eaton Village pocket neighborhood is located at 414 Haven St. in Eaton Rapids.
Feature Story The latest installation in Port Austin's barn art project is a mural by Detroit artist Bakpak Durden. Inspiration came from a local poet.
Development News A newly renovated Point Iroquois Lighthouse gleams at Hiawatha National Forest.
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Feature Story  Clay hands being made for a Muskegon Museum of Art touring Through Our Lens: Hands exhibit.
Feature Story  Clay hands being made for a Muskegon Museum of Art touring Through Our Lens: Hands exhibit.

White Lake council boosts rural access to the arts


Development News When Tawas Point Lighthouse was completed in 1876, the lighthouse keeper could dock a boat almost at his front door.
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Keep an eye on these outdoor rec startups


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Development News Downtown Rogers City. “Murals on Main will be an incredible source of inspiration and beauty in Rogers City,” says MEDC Regional Prosperity Managing Director Paula Holtz.
Development News A nearly century-old butcher block from the now-shuttered Michigan Maple Block Company in Petoskey.
Development News Shady Lane Cellars is located at 9580 E. Shady Ln. in Suttons Bay.
Development News Vacant for the past several years, the former school building at 219 N. Water St. will be redeveloped as affordable housing in downtown Owosso.
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Michigan's stretch of the Marquette Greenway moves forward


Development News The nearly 60-mile non-motorized trail will eventually connect southwest Michigan to Calumet Park in Chicago.
Development News “This study showcases the critical importance of the outdoor recreation industry in Northwest Michigan, as well as its potential for further business opportunity,” says Janie McNabb, CEO, Networks Northwest.
Feature Story The lack of consistent winter conditions prompted Cadillac tourism official to promote other activities, including river fishing and river rafting.