UPword Capturing the sunrise: A Marquette photographer's years-long mission Read Article

Tom Buchkoe

Epicenter A t-shirt campaign unites Mt. Pleasant: The story behind the ‘Game Day’ shirts Read Article

The Courtyard staff wear Game Day t-shirts at the first home CMU football game of the season on Aug. 29, 2024.
Photo: The Courtyard staff wear Game Day t-shirts at the first home CMU football game of the season on Aug. 29, 2024. Photo courtesy Mt. Pleasant Area Convention & Visitors Bureau.

Epicenter Farming, family, and the future: Inside the lives of mid Michigan's next agricultural leaders Read Article

An aerial view of Tyrel Hoover’s family farm, LRW Farms, in Mt. Pleasant.
Photo: An aerial view of Tyrel Hoover’s family farm, LRW Farms, in Mt. Pleasant. Photo courtesy of Ashleigh Bryant.

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

Rural Innovation Exchange Lavender farms on the rise in Michigan Read Article

Brian Wells

Southwest Michigan Planting the Z flag: One writer finds her version of home Read Article

Zinta Aistars

Concentrate Behind the scenes: Yo-Yo Ma, U-M students, and Kayhan Kalhor collaborate on new composition Read Article

Carlos Miguel Prieto leading a rehearsal of "Venus in the Mirror" at Hill Auditorium.
Photo: Carlos Miguel Prieto leading a rehearsal of "Venus in the Mirror" at Hill Auditorium. Doug Coombe

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

Concentrate Here's how to find Washtenaw County's state and national record-setting "champion trees" Read Article

European beech at 600 N. River St. in Ypsilanti.
Photo: European beech at 600 N. River St. in Ypsilanti. Doug Coombe

Southwest Michigan What's behind the big red doors? Sanctuary in the city Read Article

Southwest Michigan Safe space at Battle Creek’s Voces helps immigrants navigate legal landscape Read Article

John Grap

Southwest Michigan Battle Creek Did Not Burn: Documentary chronicles local events after MLK's assasination Read Article

John Grap

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

Fran Dwith

Metromode Oak Park public safety officers reflect on the past and future as a new year begins 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

Features

Innovation News People walk down Main Street in Ann Arbor. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiArts and Culture

Ann Arbor streets will stay closed on weekends this fall, welcoming pedestrians, music, and more

Jaishree DrepaulWednesday, September 18, 2024
This fall, live music and pedestrians will continue to fill downtown Ann Arbor streets as the city's Main Street Area Association launches its new A2 Fall Streets initiative.
Longform Elizabeth Agius Second Wave - MichiganEconomic Development

Michigan organizations, universities, and agencies growing the public health workforce

Monique BedfordTuesday, September 17, 2024
Michigan, as well as the rest of the world, is going through a health care workforce shortage. The Michigan Health Council’s (MHC) Michigan Health Care Workforce Index projects that nearly all 36 health care occupations will experience workforce shortages between now and 2033.
Innovation News U-M researcher Dr. Charlene Zietsma (in white top) with Sri Lankan entrepreneurs who participated in her new study. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiEntrepreneurship

U-M study: Entrepreneurs learn best from relatable experience, not business giants

Rylee BarnsdaleWednesday, September 18, 2024
New research from the University of Michigan shows that the framing of entrepreneur training programs plays a crucial role in their effectiveness.
Feature Story Grand Haven Area Community Foundation (GHACF) cut the ribbon at its new location last month. The Lakeshore

Grand Haven Area Community Foundation moves into new home in historic setting

The LakeshoreMonday, September 16, 2024
The long-awaited new home of Grand Haven Area Community Foundation is in a historic setting with more space to work collaboratively with its partners.
Longform GHS Urgent Care Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

Funding gap threatens care for Michiganders utilizing community mental health

Estelle SlootmakerTuesday, September 17, 2024
Michigan’s community mental health agencies face deep revenue gaps this year — a projected $93 million.
Feature Story The Hackley Castle Inn and Suites is scheduled to open its doors in the fall of 2025. The LakeshoreArts and Culture

Muskegon landmark to become boutique hotel

The Lakeshore Monday, September 16, 2024
The historic Hackley Administration Building will undergo a transformation into a one-of-a-kind 45-room boutique hotel, aptly named the Hackley Castle Inn and Suites.
Feature Story Indie Spot mural list Route Bay CityArts and Culture

New murals in Bay City add a splash of color to the community

Kathy RobertsThursday, September 12, 2024
A summer festival rallied volunteers and artists to create three murals on the sides of buildings in two Bay City neighborhoods.   
Feature Story blissfulbarn Rural Innovation ExchangeEntrepreneurship

Michigan barns find new life as wedding venues

Natalie PlattThursday, September 12, 2024
Farms, barns and ranches are among the favored venues for weddings these days. The appeal? Serene and rustic settings. Entrepreneurs across rural Michigan have tapped into this trend, renovating barns into wedding and event venues.
Longform Racism barrier to housing A Way Home Housing Solutions Southwest MichiganBuilding Communities

Confronting racism's impact on affordable housing access in Kalamazoo

Caroline BissonnetteThursday, September 12, 2024
The enduring impact of racism on affordable housing in Kalamazoo illustrates a direct link between past injustices and present-day housing struggles.
Development News Martin Road Park in Ferndale. Metromode - Metro DetroitCommunity Development

Pickleball courts (and lots more) coming to this Ferndale neighborhood park

MJ GalbraithThursday, September 12, 2024
The next round of improvements slated for Ferndale’s Martin Road Park is underway.
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