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Christine Taylor, senior director of community assistance and nutrition services at Ann Arbor's Jewish Family Services (JFS); and Bhakti Javiya, an AmeriCorps VISTA economic empowerment associate at JFS.
Photo: Christine Taylor, senior director of community assistance and nutrition services at Ann Arbor's Jewish Family Services (JFS); and Bhakti Javiya, an AmeriCorps VISTA economic empowerment associate at JFS. Doug Coombe

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Feature Story Tommy Prine. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiArts and Culture

Tommy Prine, son of folk legend John Prine, to perform in Ann Arbor

Natalia HoltzmanWednesday, July 9, 2025
We chatted with Prine about his new EP, the big and small ways his life changed since his first album was released in 2023, and how his understanding of his late father has deepened as his own musical career has progressed.
Feature Story The new Daniel J. Kobasic Welding Center building. UPword - UPEconomic Development

New welding center will strengthen U.P. economy

Jennifer DonovanWednesday, July 9, 2025
The new Daniel J. Kobasic Memorial Welding Center brings back trades skills instruction in the Delta Schoolcraft Intermediate School District. The new state-of-the-art welding center is also expected to bolster the local economy.
Partner Content It takes a village, not just healthcare workers, to keep people healthy. Epicenter - Mount PleasantHealthy Communities

MyMichigan Health calls on its “village” to impact social determinants of health

Gabrielle HaidererWednesday, July 9, 2025
Just as it takes a village to raise a child, it takes a village to address social determinants of health - factors such as education, transportation, food security, and more. In order to rise to the challenge of meeting the nationwide 2030 Healthy People goals, communities will have to work together.
Feature Story Kevin Fischer3 Second Wave - MichiganCommunity Development

Medicaid cuts threaten Michigan’s mental health

Estelle SlootmakerTuesday, July 8, 2025
Federal Medicaid cuts threaten the very lives of those living with serious mental illness, disabilities, and substance use disorders as well as the quality of life and livelihoods of those managing their mental health care with medications and support that Medicaid currently covers.  
Development News bikes UPword - UP

Hancock pursues new bike park and trailhead

Brice BurgeWednesday, July 9, 2025
“The end result of this project will tie together and showcase the existing park amenities of the Hancock Beach and Campground with an expanse of outdoor space available for trail-based recreation and ecotourism, thus creating a sustainable recreation asset for both locals and visitors to enjoy," said Ian Helman, Hancock Trails Club board member.
Longform Chocolate Croissants at B-Cubed Bakery. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiEntrepreneurship

3 Ypsi bakeries have opened in the past 2 years, and owners see "room for all of us to thrive"

Sarah RiggWednesday, July 9, 2025
Three new locally-owned bakeries have opened recently in Ypsilanti and Ypsilanti Township, all emphasizing local ingredients, community involvement, and networking with other small business owners.
Feature Story A couple stands in the dining area of a staged CLT home at 2080 Union, highlighting the space. The LakeshoreEconomic Development

Dwelling Place expands affordable homeownership through Community Land Trust

Shandra MartinezMonday, July 7, 2025
Dwelling Place’s Community Land Trust program creates lasting affordable homeownership opportunities across West Michigan for working families and single-income households.
Feature Story A prescribed burn at Kensington Metropark. Metromode - Metro DetroitParks and Recreation

Where there's smoke, there may be environmental renewal: How parks use fire to support nature

Patrick DunnMonday, July 7, 2025
A burning field, forest, or prairie in your local park may be an alarming sight, but sometimes it's actually a sign of an intentional, controlled process with significant benefits for the environment. 
Feature Story Two former members of the Grand Rapids Black Sox. The Lakeshore

Published Together: Whitecaps honor Black Sox, support youth with Delta Project Night

Joel Van Kuiken Monday, July 7, 2025
The West Michigan Whitecaps have teamed up with The Delta Project, a local nonprofit focused on empowering youth of color, for Black Sox Appreciation Night on Wednesday, July 9, at LMCU Ballpark.
Development News TORC Robotics' new facility in Ann Arbor Township. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiEconomic Development

Self-driving truck company opens $5.6 million Ann Arbor Twp. facility, creating 500 local jobs

Jaishree DrepaulThursday, July 3, 2025
TORC Robotics, an independent subsidiary of Daimler Truck AG and a leader in autonomous truck technology, has announced the opening of a new facility in Ann Arbor Township.
Innovation News Corn Grinding Catalyst MidlandCommunity Development

Enjoy Homestead Sundays, bird banding, kayaking at Chippewa Nature Center this summer

Sarah SpohnThursday, July 3, 2025
Chippewa Nature Center’s summer lineup includes free, family-friendly educational events. Highlights include Homestead Sundays, bird banding, paddling excursions, and guided nature experiences.
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