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Development News The historic 1887 home of John and Margaret Ruby in Sterling Heights. Metromode - Metro DetroitEconomic Development

Property values keep rising in Sterling Heights and especially in these two categories

MJ GalbraithThursday, July 10, 2025
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
Longform Kick Back & Breathe Southwest MichiganHealthy Communities

Kick Back and Breathe series brings fresh air and urgency to Kalamazoo’s air quality conversation

Caroline BissonnetteWednesday, July 9, 2025
Longform Freehub Cycle Club Southwest MichiganKids and Education

"A simple, but perfect machine': Bicycle ministry picks up speed in Battle Creek neighborhood

Jane ParikhWednesday, July 9, 2025
Feature Story saintslogo UPword - UPCommunity Development

Saints bring big sports experience to St. Ignace

Brice BurgeWednesday, July 9, 2025
Feature Story Former President and CEO Christi Coady Narayanan speaks at one of Opp Fund's anniversary events. Courtesy photo. Second Wave - MichiganBuilding Communities

OppFund looks back on impact with 40th anniversary; new leadership looks to continue legacy

Sarah SpohnWednesday, July 9, 2025
Feature Story Velo Kids is using a $10,000 grant to expand its Bike Club into community groups, giving more kids a chance to ride and grow confidence. The LakeshoreCommunity Development

Grants fuel local efforts in youth leadership, housing, and inclusion

The LakeshoreWednesday, July 9, 2025
Feature Story Battle Creek Bronson Southwest MichiganHealthy Communities

Building trust, alleviating fear: A bold plan to transform Black healthcare in Battle Creek

Jane ParikhWednesday, July 9, 2025
Feature Story Hastings Pride 2025 Southwest MichiganEquity

Voices of Youth: The uphill battle of smalltown Pride

Dale Krueger IVWednesday, July 9, 2025
Longform Bhakti Javiya is an AmeriCorps VISTA economic empowerment associate at Jewish Family Services in Ann Arbor. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiCommunity Development

AmeriCorps cuts would pose major threat to Washtenaw County nonprofits

Sarah RiggTuesday, July 8, 2025
Longform Rx Kids has provided for the Wright family stability during an unpredictable time. Second Wave - MichiganKids and Education

More than a stipend: Rx Kids is transforming childhood beginnings

Brianna NargisoTuesday, July 8, 2025
Feature Story Kevin Fischer3 Second Wave - MichiganCommunity Development

Medicaid cuts threaten Michigan’s mental health

Estelle SlootmakerTuesday, July 8, 2025
Innovation News Rowers at the inaugural RowFest. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiHealthy Communities

Free beginner rowing lessons offered in Ypsi Township in advance of national rowing championship

Sarah RiggMonday, July 7, 2025
Feature Story Kaysi Hohner in welding class at Saline High School. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiKids and Education

Diversity in skilled trades: Women find rewarding work in traditionally male-dominated fields

Lillian GentryMonday, July 7, 2025
Feature Story Voices of Youth Southwest MichiganKids and Education

Voices of Youth: The pros and cons of high school sports

Plamedie EkumbakiMonday, July 7, 2025
Innovation News Corn Grinding Catalyst MidlandCommunity Development

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

Sarah SpohnThursday, July 3, 2025
Feature Story Saline High School student Ashley Malinczak. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiKids and Education

High schoolers get an early start on health care careers through Washtenaw County CTE programs

Eliza GallippoWednesday, July 2, 2025
Feature Story Bonny's Clean Up Crew List Image Epicenter - Mount PleasantCommunity Development

Mt. Pleasant July Events: Summer thrills and community highlights

Daria BlondWednesday, July 2, 2025
Feature Story Ian Anderson List Image Route Bay CityKids and Education

Through YAC, Bay City teen has learned practical skills and discovered a passion for philanthropy

Kathy RobertsWednesday, July 2, 2025
Feature Story The Healthy Housing Workgroup, part of CHIP, tackles basic home repairs such as plumbing, blight removal, insulation, and energy efficiency. The LakeshoreCommunity Development

Allegan County organizations unite to make homes safer and healthier

Shandra MartinezWednesday, July 2, 2025
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