Rural Innovation Exchange It's a gym, theater, library ... a building for the community in Harbor Beach Read Article

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The Keel Father-daughter team embark on second season running Shea Tree Farm Read Article

Liz Fredendall

Epicenter Mt. Pleasant holiday murals add festive flair throughout town thanks to local artists Read Article

Courtney Jerome / Epicenter Mt. Pleasant

Concentrate Ypsi's newest restaurants include West African cuisine, Mexican grill, and "big burgers" Read Article

Reyes Arreola at Dos Hermanos Mexican Grill.
Photo: Reyes Arreola at Dos Hermanos Mexican Grill. Doug Coombe

Southwest Michigan Road to Healing: Indigenous woman shares her story of surviving Michigan's Holy Childhood Read Article

Underfunding early child care has far-reaching impacts Read Article

Stephen Smith

Southwest Michigan Success smells sweet for Battle Creek chocolatier Read Article

Concentrate Ypsi Bike Co-op offers education, advocacy, and free repair help for local cyclists Read Article

Yitah Wu, Emma Nelson, Terry Carpenter, Valerie Fox, and Anthony Lutz at the Ypsi Bike Co-op's booth at Ypsilanti's Depot Town farmers market.
Photo: Yitah Wu, Emma Nelson, Terry Carpenter, Valerie Fox, and Anthony Lutz at the Ypsi Bike Co-op's booth at Ypsilanti's Depot Town farmers market. Doug Coombe

UPword Buono! Strega Nonna's Italian fare enchants diners in Negaunee Read Article

Concentrate Ann Arbor nonprofit works to restore native plants one home at a time Read Article

Kat Baskin, William Kirst, and Rachel Lipson of Adapt Landscapes planting a garden in Ann Arbor.
Photo: Kat Baskin, William Kirst, and Rachel Lipson of Adapt Landscapes planting a garden in Ann Arbor. Doug Coombe

Southwest Michigan Food Prize goes from simmer to fast boil in Battle Creek Read Article

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Rural Innovation Exchange Photo essay: The murals of Monroe Read Article

Rural Innovation Exchange Indoor axe throwing and corn hole entertainment venue coming this fall to Mt. Pleasant Read Article

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Rural Innovation Exchange New Michigan Sugar CEO sees a bright future for his family and his company in the region Read Article

Michigan Sugar turns millions of tons of beets into sugar every year.
Photo: Michigan Sugar turns millions of tons of beets into sugar every year. Photo courtesy of Michigan Sugar

Rural Innovation Exchange Raising the hotel bar in the U.P. Read Article

Joel Marotti

UPword A bold vision for the Straits of Mackinac Read Article

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Partner Content Now in its 35th year, McLaren Port Huron Foundation's annual Festival of Trees fundraising event is raising money to benefit the hospital's lung cancer program. The Keel - Port HuronCommunity Development

Festival of Trees pairs volunteer designers with downtown businesses for creative holiday displays

Sarah SpohnWednesday, December 6, 2023
Illuminating the community with a festive glow this holiday season, the 35th annual McLaren Port Huron Foundation Festival of Trees fundraiser has returned, brightening the hospital and downtown businesses with its uniquely decorated trees.
Partner Content For many, the holidays mean spending time with friends and family. However, in the swirl of the holiday “to-do” list, ensuring those relationships take precedence can be a challenge. Catalyst MidlandHealthy Communities

6 tips for a healthy holiday season from MyMichigan Health

Gabrielle HaidererThursday, December 7, 2023
Between the extra sweets, family get-togethers, and additional stress, the holidays can be a difficult time to stay healthy. To help, MyMichigan Health has put together a list of six tips – based on their new Pivio program, a healthy lifestyle medicine program – to help the community stay healthy this holiday season.   
Feature Story Linda Cobe Southwest MichiganCommunity Development

Red, White and Blue: Ojibwe woman shares boarding school stories in book and with fellow survivors

Jane ParikhThursday, December 7, 2023
Linda Cobe spent one year as a five-year-old at Holy Childhood School of Jesus in Harbor Springs. The impact of that year, along with the pervasive and systematic stripping away of her identity, culture, and language as an Ojibwe, continue to affect her. She's written a book, "Red, White and Blue" to share her story with others.
Feature Story A Sterling Christmas: A Sterling Heights holiday tradition for 45 years and counting. Metromode - Metro DetroitArts and Culture

PHOTOS: Ringing in the holiday season at the 45th annual ‘A Sterling Christmas’

David LewinskiThursday, December 7, 2023
There were carolers, train rides, ice skaters, and more, and even an appearance from the big man himself: Santa Claus.
Longform Housing Solutions Apartments above Coney Island Southwest MichiganCommunity Development

Hot Dog! More living spaces are coming to downtown Kalamazoo

Al JonesThursday, December 7, 2023
Reconstruction and renovation work on the second- through fourth-floors of the 266 E. Michigan Ave. building, best known for the Coney Island Kalamazoo hot dog restaurant on its street level, is set to begin soon. The space, which has been unused for many years, will house 12 new loft-style apartments, including four affordable units.
Innovation News Show Love Saturdays founder Gordon "Big" Dooley shows off wares from his business, Husky Life. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiEntrepreneurship

New weekly holiday pop-up market in Ypsi spotlights diverse local businesses

Rylee BarnsdaleWednesday, December 6, 2023
Show Love Saturdays will host a rotating cast of food, clothing, and beauty vendors throughout the holiday season, while also providing some space for local nonprofits.
Longform James Ribbron reads to Dwayne Sharpe and Elizabeth Brooks. Second Wave - MichiganKids and Education

Detroit Champions for HOPE empowers parents as their children’s first teachers

Ashley KingTuesday, December 5, 2023
Through a focus on advocacy, community leadership, and parent engagement, Detroit Champions for HOPE works to better the lives of Detroit’s children by empowering parents and caregivers to be their child’s first champions.
Longform A tarantula at the EMU tarantula lab. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiKids and Education

EMU students' tarantula research in Colorado breaks new ground

Rylee BarnsdaleWednesday, December 6, 2023
While some may think of tarantulas as scary or dangerous animals, student researchers at Eastern Michigan University will tell you they're quite the opposite.
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Menominee's Wind Rose North outfits outdoor enthusiasts

Ann DallmanWednesday, December 6, 2023
Family trips out West inspired a Menominee couple to open an outdoor equipment store more than two decades ago. Today, their son owns Wind Rose North Outfitters, successfully navigating an ever-changing economic river to provide quality gear and equipment to outdoor enthusiasts. 
Development News Dow Gardens Christmas Walk is scheduled for Dec. 7-9 & 14-16. Catalyst MidlandScene

Take a snowy stroll through Dow Gardens for their Christmas Walk event

Sarah SpohnThursday, December 7, 2023
Now is the time to walk through a winter wonderland at Dow Gardens this holiday season. Their upcoming Christmas Walk tours invite the community to walk or ride through the lit-up, festive grounds.
Feature Story Jimmys Kids Metromode - Metro Detroit

Metro Detroit nonprofit kicks of city-wide acts of kindness project in Highland Township

Leslie CieplechowiczThursday, December 7, 2023
“The concept is simple," says Highland Township Clerk Tami Flowers. "If you see a kind act like someone changing a tire for a stranger, or someone buys you a cup of coffee or someone lets you into traffic, we ask you to share the event on our Facebook page #highlandkindness.”
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