Rural Innovation Exchange

Feature Story The Ocean Navigator docks at the new $5 million pier along Houghton's waterfront.

Small ports welcome uptick in Great Lakes cruises


Feature Story Week 1 simulation began with participants visiting the different ‘locations’ to complete assigned tasks for the week.
Development News Munson Medical Center in Traverse City
Development News Bridget Kavanagh's farm is located outside Mason in Ingham County.
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Q & A with rural hospital leaders


Development News The Philadelphia-based company Baleena was awarded the grand prize at the Great Lakes AquaHacking Challenge, receiving $20,000 in seed funding.
Development News “Imlay City is thrilled to be recognized as an innovative leader in putting our city on the map from Consumers Energy,” says Christine Malzahn, Imlay City Executive DDA Director.
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.