Epicenter Running Toward Impact: Claire Doty’s marathon of service Read Article

Claire Doty with fellow Jaycees at the Mt. Pleasant Craft Beer Festival in 2024.
Photo: Claire Doty with fellow Jaycees at the Mt. Pleasant Craft Beer Festival in 2024. Courtesy Claire Doty

Midland Dow Gardens features a yearlong outdoor ceramic exhibit Read Article

Wendy Alderson

Southwest Michigan Devon Wilson elevates Battle Creek’s food justice work through national WKKF fellowship Read Article

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Southwest Michigan Routes and roots: How Kalamazoo’s buses keep the county moving — and connected Read Article

Epicenter Launching a legacy on the Chippewa River Read Article

Chippewa River Outfitters is located at 3763 S. Lincoln Road location in Mt. Pleasant.
Photo: Chippewa River Outfitters is located at 3763 S. Lincoln Road location in Mt. Pleasant. Courtney Jerome / Epicenter Mt. Pleasant

Attacks on immigrant families and what that means for early education Read Article

Nick Hagen

Midland Little Forks Stewardship Series builds momentum for Nelson Woods Nature Preserve Read Article

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Epicenter Small Town, Big Market: Wildflower & Wren returns to downtown Clare Read Article

This summer’s “Small Town USA Market” takes place Sunday, August 10 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Johnston Elevator.
Photo: This summer’s “Small Town USA Market” takes place Sunday, August 10 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Johnston Elevator. Courtesy Lacey Badelt / Wildflower & Wren Market

Route Bay City Princess Wenonah sails through Bay City's history Read Article

Doug Coombe

The Keel Port Huron’s new Southside Summer Market sparks community revival Read Article

Harold Powell.

Concentrate AmeriCorps cuts would pose major threat to Washtenaw County nonprofits Read Article

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

Metromode More awards for Downtown Farmington as it turns its attention to the future Read Article

Vacant for 20 years, historic Monroe building will be repurposed for community good Read Article

St. Mary's Academy in Monroe
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From seed to storefront: Battle Creek's first food co-op to open in September

Jane ParikhWednesday, August 27, 2025
Uproot Market and Eatery, Battle Creek’s first community-owned food co-op, is set to open this fall, aiming to provide fresh, local, and affordable food to underserved neighborhoods while fostering community ownership and food equity.
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Wheatland Music Festival brings arts and community to Remus

Erica HobbsThursday, August 28, 2025
In rural Mecosta County, the annual Wheatland Music Festival offers "a break from our world," showcasing a variety of music, dance, and juried arts and crafts. The beloved festival also gives back to the community, which has been part of its mission since its humble beginnings 50-plus years ago.
Development News (Photo by Marco Brugnoli) Catalyst Midland

New grant brings modern equipment to Humane Society of Midland County

Misty BarronThursday, August 28, 2025
The Humane Society of Midland County upgraded its veterinary clinic with new equipment funded by a $9,958 CARE grant, improving animal care, community education, and affordable services.
Feature Story Among events taking place on Labor Day (Sept. 1) throughout the Lakeshore are the White Lake Community Walk (pictured), bridge walks in Grand Haven and Saugatuck-Douglas, and a truck parade from Zeeland to Holland. The LakeshoreArts and Culture

September things to do: Labor Day events, car shows, an international fest, and a kiteboarding event

Melody WilsonMonday, August 25, 2025
From a historic Civil War battle reenactment to a Hispanic Heritage Festival, there’s something for everyone this month, no matter where you live along the Lakeshore. 
Feature Story Matthew Verley drops off his son Lil' Matt at child care. Second Wave - MichiganKids and Education

Access to affordable, reliable child care as vital for dads as moms

Estelle SlootmakerTuesday, August 26, 2025
People often think of child care as a women's or a mother's issue. However, access to affordable, reliable, high quality child care equally benefits fathers. 
Feature Story A Recipe for Abundance Southwest MichiganArts and Culture

A Recipe for Abundance: Kalamazoo artists, food vendors, musicians, unite to reimagine community

Theresa Coty O'NeilThursday, August 28, 2025
"A Recipe for Abundance" is a free community event in Kalamazoo using art, food, and music to inspire connection, care, and local resilience.
Feature Story downtownhoughton UPword - UPArts and Culture

Celebrating the U.P. on 906 Day

Paula McCambridgeWednesday, August 27, 2025
The annual celebration of all things U.P. occurs on Sept. 6, a nod to the region's distinctive area code. 906 Day celebrates the U.P.'s cherished way of life, close-knit communities, natural beauty and more. 
Feature Story Pictured from left to right: Saugatuck Township Treasurer Jon Helmrich, Saugatuck Township Trustee Brenda Marcy, Saugatuck Township Manager Daniel DeFranco, and Maryjo Lemanski, founder of the Saugatuck Douglas Fennville Arts Initiative. The LakeshoreArts and Culture

Saugatuck Township’s first public art seen as ‘start of something bigger’

The Lakeshore StaffMonday, August 25, 2025
A bold new sculpture in Saugatuck Township blends safety, art, and vision, marking the community’s commitment to beauty and innovation.
Development News A modular Hot 'n Now arrived in Wayland by truck and placed down by crane. Rural Innovation ExchangeEntrepreneurship

Northern Michigan entrepreneur utilizes modular building tech in bid to revive fast-food chain

MJ GalbraithThursday, August 28, 2025
"Today, we are one step closer to bringing the nostalgic Hot ‘n Now brand back with new refreshed elements," says Monica King, CEO of GLI. "It's very exciting to witness the assembly process and watch that iconic logo and red roof top it all off!"
Feature Story Michigan single moms scaled Pikes Peak with I Climb For Her—a symbol of resilience and rising together, step by step. The LakeshoreHealthy Communities

Holland single moms conquer Colorado peak, finding strength through community

Shandra MartinezMonday, August 25, 2025
Michigan single mothers scaled Pikes Peak, proving their resilience. The “I Climb For Her” expedition symbolizes overcoming challenges together, step by step.
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