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
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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

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

Development News The city’s African American Coalition hosts their 4th annual event on Thursday, June 19, with free activities planned throughout the day at the Sterling Heights Public Library and Dodge Park. Metromode - Metro DetroitCommunity Development

Juneteenth event expands to all-day celebration in Sterling Heights

MJ GalbraithThursday, June 12, 2025
"Juneteenth is a powerful reminder of our shared journey toward freedom and justice," says Sterling Heights Mayor Michael Taylor.
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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.
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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. 
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Mt. Pleasant Police launches new security camera database to speed investigations

Courtney JeromeThursday, June 12, 2025
The Mt. Pleasant Police Department’s new voluntary security camera database has already attracted 45 participants in its first month. By allowing investigators to quickly identify available footage when incidents occur, the program aims to save critical time during active investigations. Residents and businesses can opt in at any time and retain full control over their footage.
Longform Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation Vice President for Community Investment Christopher Lemon, CFO Jamie Hunter, President and CEO Shannon Polk, and Impact Investing Manager Frances Todoro-Hargreaves. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiCommunity Development

Community foundation's impact investing takes chances on unconventional Washtenaw County projects

Sarah RiggWednesday, June 11, 2025
From micro-lending to expanding child care openings, the Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation's Impact Investing program has spent the past four years supporting Washtenaw County community projects that otherwise wouldn't have been funded.
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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.
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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.
Longform Ypsi Pride 2025 attendees. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiDiversity

Photo essay: Ypsi Pride 2025

Lee Van Roth, Doug Coombe, and Patrick DunnTuesday, June 10, 2025
Ypsi Pride returned to Ypsilanti on June 9 with the theme "Our Stories." Here are some of the Pride attendees and entertainers we ran into around Depot Town.
Feature Story Author Jahshua Treadwell stands at the site of a future community center in Superior Township. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiCommunity Development

Community members weigh in on new community center coming to Superior Township

Jahshua TreadwellMonday, June 9, 2025
In the latest installment of our Voices of Youth series, student writer Jahshua Treadwell interviews community members about the impact of a forthcoming community center on the site of the former Cheney Elementary School. 
Feature Story Newaygo is among the communities receiving money for placemaking projects. Rural Innovation ExchangeCommunity Development

West Michigan communities awarded grants to help with placemaking projects

RIX StaffThursday, June 12, 2025
Several communities in West Michigan have received grants from the state's Revitalization and Placemaking Program to help fund a variety of important municipal projects. 
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Old Heart: A Dutch American story told from the lakeshore

Shandra MartinezSunday, June 8, 2025
A drama filmed in West Michigan about wartime love, aging, and resilience, Old Heart connects Dutch history to local storytelling.
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