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Longform (L – R) Deidre Fields, community partner, James Gunter, community advocate, and Ashley Hines, executive director of Benton Harbor Community Development Corporation, in front of the African American History Gallery on Broadway Avenue in Benton Harbor. Second Wave - MichiganBuilding Communities

Bold revitalization plan for Benton Harbor's Empire Corridor

Kelsey SandersTuesday, December 12, 2023
Longform Natalie Visser, an assistant supervisor for MOKA, left, and Tracy share a warm embrace during a life skills session on cooking at a MOKA site in Wyoming. Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

Recruiting direct care workers a challenge for Michigan's adult foster care homes

Rylee BarnsdaleTuesday, December 12, 2023
Feature Story HHSmall The LakeshoreHealthy Communities

Holland Hospital and U-M Health partner to increase local access to specialized care

Shandra MartinezTuesday, December 12, 2023
Longform Fluffy Butt Southwest MichiganEntrepreneurship

How Fluffy Butt Farm grounded a pilot and flight attendant in Calhoun County

Jane ParikhThursday, December 7, 2023
Development News The shore along the Keweenaw Peninsula. Rural Innovation ExchangeCommunity Development

These nine park projects will share almost $6.5M in grants in support of planned upgrades

MJ GalbraithThursday, December 7, 2023
Longform Housing Solutions Apartments above Coney Island Southwest MichiganCommunity Development

Hot Dog! More living spaces are coming to downtown Kalamazoo

Al JonesThursday, December 7, 2023
Development News “Today’s Walinga USA announcement is a shining example of the important role our rural communities play in Michigan’s economic future,” says Tim Boring, director, Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development. Rural Innovation ExchangeEconomic Development

Agribusiness expansion in Wayland: $8.3M investment, 31 new jobs planned

MJ GalbraithThursday, December 7, 2023
Feature Story Linda Cobe Southwest MichiganCommunity Development

Red, White and Blue: Ojibwe woman shares boarding school stories in book and with fellow survivors

Jane ParikhThursday, December 7, 2023
Longform Voices of Youth: Social media Southwest MichiganKids and Education

Voices of Youth: Connect or disconnect? Teens and social media

Alex VeloThursday, December 7, 2023
Longform Alison Hirschel, director and managing attorney for the Michigan Elder Justice Initiative. Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

Michigan works to continue residents' lifesaving health coverage after post-pandemic Medicaid cuts

Estelle SlootmakerThursday, December 7, 2023
Feature Story Rob and Alana Ward. Rural Innovation ExchangeArts and Culture

Father-daughter team embark on second season running Shea Tree Farm

Liz FredendallThursday, December 7, 2023
Feature Story The gift shop at Rooftop Landing Reindeer Farm. Rural Innovation ExchangeEntrepreneurship

Dasher? Dancer? Prancer? Nope. But there are "other" reindeer at this festive farm in Clare County

Sarah SpohnThursday, December 7, 2023
Feature Story "A vibrant downtown is crucial for the prosperity of our community,” Allegan Mayor Roger Bird says. The city celebrated the completion of its downtown streetscape project on Small Business Saturday, Nov. 25. Rural Innovation ExchangeCommunity Development

Downtown Allegan celebrates grand opening of $9M streetscape project

Andrea GoodellThursday, December 7, 2023
Feature Story Courtesy Brandon McQueen / Mt. Pleasant Martial Arts Epicenter - Mount PleasantHealthy Communities

Mt. Pleasant Martial Arts moves downtown, offering competitive and foundational opportunities

Owen HowardThursday, December 7, 2023
Partner Content MyMichigan Epicenter - Mount PleasantHealthy Communities

6 tips for a healthy holiday season from MyMichigan Health

Gabrielle HaidererThursday, December 7, 2023
Partner Content For many, the holidays mean spending time with friends and family. However, in the swirl of the holiday “to-do” list, ensuring those relationships take precedence can be a challenge. Catalyst MidlandHealthy Communities

6 tips for a healthy holiday season from MyMichigan Health

Gabrielle HaidererThursday, December 7, 2023
Feature Story Holiday help list image Route Bay CityArts and Culture

Hope for the Holidays: Local agencies playing Santa for families who need a little extra right now

Sarah SextonThursday, December 7, 2023
Feature Story Soup & Sweet Stroll, Oxford Metromode - Metro DetroitCommunity Development

PHOTOS: Oxford's Soup & Sweet Stroll lights up the heart of the community

Steve KossThursday, December 7, 2023
Development News “Pickleball is a unique, intergenerational sport that improves health and allows for inclusivity and a shared experience in a public space,” says MEDC Regional Prosperity Managing Director Paula Holtz. Metromode - Metro DetroitCommunity Development

Unique partnership serves up opportunity for dedicated pickleball courts in downtown Plymouth

MJ GalbraithThursday, December 7, 2023
Feature Story windrosetrailer UPword - UPEntrepreneurship

Menominee's Wind Rose North outfits outdoor enthusiasts

Ann DallmanWednesday, December 6, 2023
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