Epicenter Inside Soolicious Cake Art Studio: Passion, precision, and the perfect buttercream Read Article

Soolicious Cake Art Studio is located at 4912 E. Pickard Street in Mt. Pleasant, Mich.
Photo: Soolicious Cake Art Studio is located at 4912 E. Pickard Street in Mt. Pleasant, Mich. Photo Credit Courtney Jerome / Epicenter Mt. Pleasant

Southwest Michigan Phenomenal Woman: Bringing historical women's stories to life in Battle Creek Read Article

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The Keel For the love of the game: Port Huron Prowlers players work to keep their hockey careers alive Read Article

The Port Huron Prowlers on January 17, 2025 against the Mississippi Sea Wolves.
Photo: The Port Huron Prowlers on January 17, 2025 against the Mississippi Sea Wolves. Photo courtesy of Port Huron Prowlers.

In the kitchen with Kim: Immigrants, refugees and other women find a path and purpose at Zaman Read Article

Culinary students and Chef Kim Marks-Ball at Zaman International in Inkster
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Rural Innovation Exchange From Munising to Memphis: Two brothers' journey to winemaking in rural Michigan Read Article

Concentrate Big House, big environmental impact: How U-M is reimagining sustainability at Michigan Stadium Read Article

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Metromode Yoga with cats brings the mental health we need right now Read Article

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Concentrate Whitmore Lake's M-36 coffee roastery carries on legacy of Ann Arbor's Espresso Royale coffee shops Read Article

M-36 Coffee Roasters co-owner Ken Pargulski at their Whitmore Lake headquarters.
Photo: M-36 Coffee Roasters co-owner Ken Pargulski at their Whitmore Lake headquarters. Doug Coombe

The Keel Pivot Roasters: A Blue Water Area business with global roots Read Article

Pivot Roasters coffee beans tumble in a drum roaster.
Photo: Pivot Roasters coffee beans tumble in a drum roaster. Rachael Odish.

Southwest Michigan Tribal Voices Amplified: A new era of representation in Michigan legislative history Read Article

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Cross-sector partnerships key to prosperity in downtown Howell Read Article

Downtown Howell’s success is testament to the power of collaboration
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Southwest Michigan Can the 'River of Death' be tamed? West Main residents, businesses express appetite for 'road diet' Read Article

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Metromode How does affordable housing get built in Oakland County? Read Article

Shepherd House, a new affordable housing development catering to LGBTQ+ seniors in Ferndale.
Photo: Shepherd House, a new affordable housing development catering to LGBTQ+ seniors in Ferndale. Steve Koss

Metromode Is this Detroit's most outrageous fall dessert? Shake bar goes over the top Read Article

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Southwest Michigan An adventurous, low-frequency life: Creating straw bale home and farm from scratch at Solfed Farms Read Article

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Heartside Rising: The arts inspire growth in eclectic Grand Rapids neighborhood Read Article

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Rural Innovation Exchange How one rural Michigan brewery created community Read Article

A craft beer enthusiast, Jeremy Grossenbacher grew up in Coopersville.
Photo: A craft beer enthusiast, Jeremy Grossenbacher grew up in Coopersville. Craig Watson

Midland Meet Me in Midtown: The revitalization of a Midland neighborhood Read Article

UPword Marquette Rising: Outdoor recreation and intentional development fuel growth Read Article

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Prescriptions for fresh produce grow in Michigan through collaboration and new funding Read Article

Bridget Smith, Tanya Andrews, Ashleigh Donahey, Anne Davis, and Ariane Donnelly at the Pittsfield Township Farmers Market.
Photo: Bridget Smith, Tanya Andrews, Ashleigh Donahey, Anne Davis, and Ariane Donnelly at the Pittsfield Township Farmers Market. Doug Coombe

Metromode How parks help to address health equity in Metro Detroit Read Article

People play basketball during a Pistons Neighbors program session in Rouge Park.
Photo: People play basketball during a Pistons Neighbors program session in Rouge Park. Steve Koss

Corktown Rising: Urban dreamers paved the way for historic neighborhood's rebirth Read Article

Southwest Michigan Kalamazoo's Sarkozy Bakery: Old world baking in an ever-changing world Read Article

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Southwest Michigan Success smells sweet for Battle Creek chocolatier Read Article

Rural Innovation Exchange It's electrifying: The U.P. is home to first of its kind electric off-road vehicle charging network Read Article

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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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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. 
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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.
Development News One of the cougar cubs looks for shelter under the wheel of a vehicle. UPword - UP

First cougar cubs discovered in Michigan in more than a century

Brice BurgeWednesday, March 19, 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.
Feature Story A staff meeting at Atomic Object's new office. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiEntrepreneurship

Ann Arbor software consultancy's new office reflects major growth over a decade-plus

Jaishree DrepaulWednesday, March 19, 2025
Atomic Object recently moved into Duo Security's former space in downtown Ann Arbor, having increased its staff in the city from four to 45 since 2013.
Feature Story LittleGuide Detroit Stroller Roll 2024 Metromode - Metro DetroitEntrepreneurship

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.
Feature Story A still from "50 Years of De-Evolution: The Restored Films of Devo (1976-1984)," which will screen at the 63rd Ann Arbor Film Festival. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiArts and Culture

63rd Ann Arbor Film Festival celebrates the freedom to experiment in film

Rylee BarnsdaleWednesday, March 19, 2025
The 63rd Ann Arbor Film Festival will have a strong focus on experimental cinema and emerging talent, including work from student filmmakers across the globe. 
Feature Story Blossom and Bloom Glass Blowing Metromode - Metro DetroitArts and Culture

Melting community together at glass-blowing festival in Dearborn

Genevieve FoxTuesday, March 18, 2025
This weekend, The Glass Academy is celebrating the art of glass blowing at its annual Blossom and Bloom Festival with live demonstrations and purchasable pieces from skilled craftsmen.
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Doctors expand dental care access for veterans in need

Shandra MartinezSunday, March 16, 2025
Two Michigan veterans care advocates are tackling the critical gap in veterans’ dental care, offering free clinics through grants and sustainable community programs.  
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