Metromode LGBTQ+ owned businesses in Metro Detroit you should know about Read Article

Genevieve Fox.

Epicenter Four Suns Farm opens for its first full summer season in Mt. Pleasant Read Article

Courtesy Sally Rudy / Four Suns Farms

“A lifeline for families,” PreK for All expands access and raises expectations Read Article

John Grap

Epicenter From the classroom to the community, Allison Arnekrans finds purpose in building a culture of care Read Article

Courtesy Allison Arnekrans

Epicenter Blossoms, Bridges, and River Views: Where to hit the trails this spring in Mt. Pleasant Read Article

Deerfield Park is located at 2425 W. Remus Rd. in Mt. Pleasant.
Photo: Deerfield Park is located at 2425 W. Remus Rd. in Mt. Pleasant. Courtesy Alexis Hansen / Isabella County

Route Bay City New equipment helps plant wildflowers in order to draw in pollinators Read Article

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Metromode Living on couches, in hotels, or in cars, many in Oakland County experience "hidden" homelessness Read Article

Shariki Bell's apartment in Pontiac. Bell lived in a camper in her friend's driveway from 2006 to 2012 due to a mental health crisis.
Photo: Shariki Bell's apartment in Pontiac. Bell lived in a camper in her friend's driveway from 2006 to 2012 due to a mental health crisis. Steve Koss

Southwest Michigan Public to get first look at Ott Biological preserve upgrades Read Article

Southwest Michigan Open Roads, Kalamazoo's bike hub, moving and growing Read Article

Fran Dwight

Rural Innovation Exchange Charlevoix's iconic castle: A story of innovation, history and change in Northern Michigan Read Article

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.

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

Michigan Stadium.
Photo: Michigan Stadium. Doug Coombe

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

Steve Koss

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

John Grap

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

Downtown Howell’s success is testament to the power of collaboration
Photo: Downtown Howell’s success is testament to the power of collaboration Steve Koss

Southwest Michigan Can the 'River of Death' be tamed? West Main residents, businesses express appetite for 'road diet' Read Article

Reid Williams, NowKalamazoo

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

Fran Dwight

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

Tommy Allen

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

Tom Buchkoe

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

Fran Dwith

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

Rural Innovation Exchange Charlevoix's iconic castle: A story of innovation, history and change in Northern Michigan Read Article

Features

Feature Story The Michigan Union. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiEquity

U-M students respond to DEI programs' end

Anamika SureshMonday, June 16, 2025
In the latest installment of our Voices of Youth series, student writer Anamika Suresh breaks down the recent end of University of Michigan diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs, and interviews students about the changes.
Feature Story All Gods Children Developmental Learning Center plans to be certified by Michigan’s free PreK for All program by fall of 2025. Second Wave - MichiganKids and Education

Detroit early education center preparing littles for “the next phase in life” despite challenges

Estelle SlootmakerTuesday, June 17, 2025
All of Gods Children Developmental Learning Center in Detroit exemplifies the need for addressing early education professionals low wages and the need for increased state child care subsidies.
Innovation News Juneteenth celebrations in Ypsilanti. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiCommunity Development

Juneteenth in Ypsi grows into a weekend of activism, music, and faith, featuring gospel star

Sarah RiggTuesday, June 17, 2025
Ypsilanti's annual Juneteenth celebration will run a full weekend this year, including a day of action, a sickle cell anemia awareness walk, and a performance by a Grammy-winning artist.
Feature Story Trans Youth Southwest MichiganSafe Communities

Voices of Youth: Death of transgender man Sam Nordquist raises concern for safety of trans youth

Sage LeeTuesday, June 17, 2025
The recent death of Sam Nordquist, a transgender 24-year-old, has called attention to a rise in violence and discrimination against transgender youth.  Many are addressing this issue, but also say much still needs to be done to protect trans youth.
Feature Story Jeffrey VanDyke The LakeshoreEquity

Becoming out loud: Reclaiming identity through pride and art

Jeffrey VanDyke Monday, June 16, 2025
Jeffrey VanDyke shares how disability and queerness shaped their voice – and how creativity helps reclaim identity, community, and self-love.
In The News Midland Soccer Club Catalyst MidlandCommunity Development

Midland Soccer Club’s $10M indoor turf facility to boost youth sports, regional growth

Thursday, June 12, 2025
Midland Soccer Club’s new $10 million indoor turf facility promises year-round play and is expected to be a game-changer for youth sports and regional development.
Feature Story pumpkindisplay2 Rural Innovation ExchangeEconomic Development

Northern Michigan pumpkin patch poised to expand, thanks to $100,000 state grant

Rosemary Parker Thursday, June 12, 2025
A $100,000 grant from the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development will help a Northern Michigan farm expand seasonal operations in the fall and winter. 
Feature Story borderlandowners UPword - UPEntrepreneurship

Norway butcher finds success in his hometown

Ann DallmanWednesday, June 11, 2025
Norway native Jeff Muraro gave up a sales career in the tech industry to open a butcher shop in his hometown. He learned sausage-making skills from his family -- his butchering skills were honed by watching YouTube.
Longform Homeless Vet List Image Southwest MichiganHealthy Communities

Helping vets in Kalamazoo who were 'smoked by life'

Mark WedelWednesday, June 11, 2025
In 2024, 32,882 veterans experienced homelessness in the United States, and 68 of those were in Kalamazoo County, though local officials say they are sure that number has since increased. Many unhoused veterans don’t know there are benefits and programs that can help. Here’s how to get connected.
Feature Story Michigan Works! Southwest Southwest MichiganCommunity Development

Battle Creek man covets Michigan Works! award as he waits for his green card

Jane ParikhMonday, June 16, 2025
Cuban immigrant Ariel Martinez Ochoa of Battle Creek was honored for his work in healthcare after just three years in the U.S., but his dreams are on hold as he awaits a long-delayed Green Card. Despite the recognition, immigration backlogs threaten to stall his next steps.
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