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New series explores efforts to address oral health inequities

A new State of Health series highlights innovative approaches and partnerships tackling systemic barriers to oral health care for underserved populations.

Development News "Clean, healthy air is vital for our community, especially as our library continues to be a hub for residents of all ages," says Tammy Turgeon, Director of the Sterling Heights Public Library.

The air feels lighter at the Sterling Heights Public Library thanks to this statewide program

"Clean, healthy air is vital for our community, especially as our library continues to be a hub for residents of all ages," says Tammy Turgeon, Director of the Sterling Heights Public Library.

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El Concillio celebrates new building, prepares for life under Trump, round two

Correspondent Mark Wedel recently visited El Concilio's new building to learn how much more work the organization can do for the community in the new location. But the sense that the coming years are going to be years of crisis kept intruding on the visit that included a serious discussion of what could be coming under a second Trump administration for the community El Concilio serves.

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Sister City Project bridges cultures across the Atlantic Ocean

Students from both Bay City and Germany immersed themselves in a foreign culture and came away with new perspectives. Educators in each community hope the exchange program grows in the coming years.  

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4-H art exchange program connects rural Michigan students with their peers in China and beyond

For more than three decades, school children across Michigan have been exchanging their artwork with students in China and elsewhere. Thanks to the Michigan 4-H China Project, students don't have to travel across the globe to gain cultural awareness.

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NCAA extends partnership with U.P.-based court provider

Connor Sports, the U.P. company responsible for the intricate arena floors for the Final Four and other championship games, has officially extended its partnership with the NCAA.

Longform "The Drumbeat with Josie and Pete" podcast hosts Peter Martel and Josie Ann Lee.

Hosts of new Ann Arbor-based podcast aim to discuss public policy with empathy

"The Drumbeat with Josie and Pete" podcast features safe, courteous, and surprisingly entertaining conversations about how Michigan's legislature and courts impact people and communities.

Longform Deb Messing oversees Sanilac County Community Mental Health communications efforts to the county's rural residents.

Rural mental health providers overcome stigma, rugged individualism, and distance to provide care

Here's how three Michigan community mental health agencies serving rural populations have found ways to meet their unique needs by developing innovative programs and effective outreach.

Feature Story For Les Tucker, playing Santa is about making people feel seen, heard, and loved in some small way, even for just a few minutes.

Bringing holiday magic to life: My journey as Santa Claus

Les Tucker shares his experience at an iconic Santa Claus school and his love for bringing Santa's joy to children each Christmas.  

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