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Feature Story laketroutboat UPword - UPSustainability

Back from the Brink: Lake Trout rebound in Lake Superior

Jennifer ChampagneWednesday, June 11, 2025
Feature Story Funds from the 2020 EPA grant helped support site assessment at Terra Station, a 12-building, mixed-use complex currently under construction in Hudsonville. The LakeshoreSustainability

EPA grant helps Ottawa County turn contaminated sites into community assets

Shandra MartinezSaturday, June 7, 2025
Feature Story After the Storm stepped in to help Gaylord residents after a tornado in 2022. Rural Innovation ExchangeCommunity Development

Master of disaster aid: Nonprofit helps Michiganians rebound from storm damage

Michele Miron Thursday, June 5, 2025
Development News Inside The Piping Plover in Manistee. Rural Innovation ExchangeEntrepreneurship

These 17 small businesses won grants to grow their companies in Northwest Michigan

MJ GalbraithThursday, June 5, 2025
Development News The proposed amphitheater at City Square Park in Fennville. Rural Innovation ExchangeCommunity Development

'A lasting, positive impact': Fennville to activate vacant downtown lot and build City Square Park

MJ GalbraithThursday, June 5, 2025
Longform DTE workers make upgrades to power lines near Dixboro in fall 2024. The utility says it is investing $200 million in Ann Arbor's infrastructure over the next five years. But the city is pushing back against DTE's request to raise electricity rates. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiSustainability

Ann Arbor takes key role in pushing DTE Energy for lower rates and improved infrastructure

Elinor EppersonMonday, June 2, 2025
Feature Story Shed 5 Flea Bowls Metromode - Metro DetroitArts and Culture

Shed 5 Flea returns to Eastern Market for its 9th season

Genevieve FoxFriday, May 30, 2025
Feature Story Dan Broersma The LakeshoreSustainability

Holland author shares simple, real-life guide to sustainability success

Shandra MartinezFriday, May 30, 2025
Feature Story Friends of the Rouge Fish Metromode - Metro DetroitSustainability

What the Friends of the Rouge are doing to fight water pollution and connect communities

Genevieve FoxThursday, May 29, 2025
Development News A Vincent van Gogh reproduction from the DIA in downtown Farmington in 2022. Metromode - Metro DetroitArts and Culture

These communities have been selected to host DIA masterworks in public spaces

MJ GalbraithThursday, May 29, 2025
Feature Story City of GR's Parks Director David Marquordt (in red shorts) enjoys meeting folks in our parks. The LakeshoreSustainability

Adapting outdoor recreation in West Michigan amidst shifting seasons and climate change

Tommy AllenWednesday, May 28, 2025
Feature Story Saugatuck Township unveiled its first public artwork, “Canary in a Coal Mine,” an 11-foot sculpture. The LakeshoreArts and Culture

Saugatuck Township installs first public art with environmental message

The Lakeshore Sunday, May 25, 2025
Innovation News Ann Arbor SPARK President and CEO Paul Krutko speaks at SPARK's annual meeting. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiEconomic Development

Ann Arbor SPARK annual meeting highlights economic development wins and climate change threats

Jaishree DrepaulFriday, May 23, 2025
Feature Story ​​Mary Medendorp The LakeshoreSustainability

Weatherization program helps seniors stay safe and warm

Shandra MartinezTuesday, May 20, 2025
Longform Spring has sprung in downtown Farmington. Metromode - Metro DetroitEconomic Development

New businesses begin to bloom as spring has sprung in downtown Farmington

MJ GalbraithThursday, May 15, 2025
Development News “Now visitors of all abilities can experience the beauty of a cedar forest, stunning views into protected wetlands, and safe crossings of Finch Creek, a cold water stream feeding the Grass River,” says GRNA Executive Director, Jenn Wright. Rural Innovation ExchangeSustainability

Ribbon-cutting ceremony planned for enhanced boardwalk at this Antrim County nature preserve

MJ GalbraithThursday, May 15, 2025
Development News The Chapin Mansion in downtown Niles was built in 1884. Rural Innovation ExchangeArts and Culture

Governor awards historic preservation projects in Charlevoix, Niles, and Rogers City

MJ GalbraithThursday, May 15, 2025
Feature Story Michigan's first mass timber building built with Michigan wood. Rural Innovation ExchangeSustainability

DNR marks mass timber milestone with Newberry building

UPword StaffThursday, May 15, 2025
Development News “These enhancements reflect our long-term commitment to building a more sustainable Sterling Heights,” says Mayor Michael C. Taylor. Metromode - Metro DetroitSustainability

Community Garden opens at Nelson Park with improvements 'as engaging as they are practical'

MJ GalbraithThursday, May 15, 2025
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