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

Rural Innovation Exchange Michigan's first commercial elderberry farm offers u-pick, market and more Read Article

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

Longform FAME program student Darrius Johnson. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiKids and Education

Here's why Washtenaw County young adults are skipping college and joining the "toolbelt generation"

Jaishree DrepaulWednesday, September 11, 2024
A growing number of people ages 18-24 are foregoing a longer, more traditional university education in favor of apprenticeships and vocational training. 
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Autonomous vessel to map the Great LakesBut first it will solve Lake Superior mystery

Paula McCambridgeWednesday, September 11, 2024
The Great Lakes Research Center at Michigan Technological University this week launched its Autonomous Surface Vessel. The unmanned vessel will map the Great Lakes and help answer decades-old questions involving the whereabouts of more than 200 unaccounted for shipwrecks and plane crashes in Lake Superior. 
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Project Connect brings together Sanilac County residents and resources

Leslie CieplechowiczTuesday, September 10, 2024
Taking place 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Thursday, September 26 at the Sandusky Fairgrounds, Project Connect will share resources, services, food, health care access, and more with county residents in need.
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FHLBank Indianapolis first-time home ownership program making Michiganders’ dreams a reality

Jaishree DrepaulTuesday, September 10, 2024
FHLBank Indianapolis HomeBoost program offered up to $15,000 in down payment and closing and counseling costs assistance in its pilot year. For the program's return, those who qualify can receive up to $25,000.  
Feature Story Dr. Annie Bishop, of Rise Wellness Chiropractic, is pictured with Kristin Revere, owner of Gold Coast Doulas. The LakeshoreHealthy Communities

Rising diaper costs impact families: West Michigan diaper drive offers support

Shandra MartinezFriday, September 6, 2024
Since the pandemic, diaper prices have surged by 48%, costing families up to $1,000 a year per child. A diaper drive in September hopes to collect 15,000 diapers to distribute to families in need.
Feature Story “We’re trying to build a Ferrari here, and I’m confident at this point that we really are,” says Jesse Hopkins, founder of Clay Avenue Guitar Co. Metromode - Metro DetroitEntrepreneurship

How this local guitar company is feeling reinvigorated by its new Hazel Park workshop

MJ GalbraithThursday, September 5, 2024
“We’re trying to build a Ferrari here, and I’m confident at this point that we really are,” says Jesse Hopkins, founder of Clay Avenue Guitar Co.
Feature Story Bay County Library System 50th list image Route Bay CityArts and Culture

Happy Birthday! This month the Bay County Library System celebrates 50 years

Denyse ShannonThursday, September 5, 2024
Fifty years ago, five separate libraries in Bay County united to form one county-wide system. This month, the Bay County Library System celebrates its 50th anniversary with a series of events.
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Day Tripper: The Gilmore Car Museum is a jaunty trip down memory lane — car person or not

Theresa Coty O'NeilThursday, September 5, 2024
Whether you come from Kalamazoo or Battle Creek, the Gilmore Car Museum delivers on a scenic, country drive and a rewarding destination. The 90-acre campus features over 400 pristine, well-cared-for automobiles, affordable diner fare, and to top off the visit, a choice of ice creams — custard or Plainwell.
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