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Feature Story The park, which sits along the North Bank Trail at the end of Central Avenue, now has a small dog park, tennis courts, and softball and baseball diamonds, but it is in dire need of an update, officials say. The LakeshoreCommunity Development

Spring Lake Village leaders aim for accessibility all year long in Central Park renovation

Andrea GoodellMonday, March 10, 2025
Feature Story Tom Kunetz, a retired environmental engineer and chair of Allegan County’s water study work group is working to map groundwater in the county. The LakeshoreCommunity Development

Allegan County maps water to secure future supply

Shandra MartinezMonday, March 10, 2025
In The News Climate Migration Southwest MichiganSustainability

Climate change forcing animal and plant migration — and they may need human help

Sam KappThursday, March 6, 2025
Development News A crowded house for the 2023 Cultural Exchange. Metromode - Metro DetroitArts and Culture

Sterling Heights Cultural Exchange offers a chance to celebrate community

MJ GalbraithThursday, March 6, 2025
Feature Story Hazel Park's past and future are represented in Zach Curtis's new mural aside the Hazel Park Library. Metromode - Metro DetroitCommunity Development

How these programs are making it easier to grow up – and age in place – in Hazel Park

MJ GalbraithFriday, February 28, 2025
Feature Story A new Foster Coffee Co. is planned in the former BlackDog Coffee in Eaton Rapids. Rural Innovation ExchangeEntrepreneurship

Brewing community: Eaton Rapids coffee shop changes hands but mission remains the same

Sarah Spohn Thursday, February 27, 2025
Feature Story lexigross Rural Innovation ExchangeKids and Education

Otsego students share their lunches with less fortunate — every school day

Rosemary ParkerThursday, February 27, 2025
Development News Rendering Credit: Carmi Design Group Rural Innovation ExchangeCommunity Development

Historic schoolhouse almost lost to fire to be reimagined as park, perfomance space in Niles

MJ GalbraithThursday, February 27, 2025
Development News Peterson Farms in Oceana County. Rural Innovation ExchangeEconomic Development

Largest employer in Oceana County set to grow with $32.2M expansion planned

MJ GalbraithThursday, February 27, 2025
Feature Story A stone fireplace adds to the winery's cozy charm. UPword - UPArts and Culture

From Munising to Memphis: Two U.P. brothers' journey to winemaking in rural Michigan

Jennifer ChampagneWednesday, February 26, 2025
Feature Story Community Action House staff have office hours at Herrick District Library to better serve the public. The LakeshoreCommunity Development

How a library and a church are tackling housing insecurity

The LakeshoreTuesday, February 25, 2025
Feature Story Children First Lakeshore and Good Hands Plainwell received $1,500 for their backpack nutrition programs. The LakeshoreCommunity Development

Increasing food security — one backpack at a time and with the help of a new ACCF grant program

Andrea GoodellMonday, February 24, 2025
Feature Story classroom Rural Innovation ExchangeKids and Education

Talent Together: Addressing teacher shortages across Michigan

Paula McCambridgeThursday, February 20, 2025
Feature Story nleaillustration Rural Innovation ExchangeEconomic Development

'A bold vision' for four northern Michigan counties

RIX StaffThursday, February 20, 2025
Development News “The Circular Economy Grants fund innovation and collaboration to reimagine the reuse and recycling of materials,” says Matt Flechter, recycling markets specialist with EGLE. Rural Innovation ExchangeSustainability

Brown City company among 30 grant winners working to bolster Michigan's circular economy

MJ GalbraithThursday, February 20, 2025
Development News “The National Register recognition of the Vicksburg Union Depot is a remarkable achievement for our small community,” says Leah Milowe, museum administrator and curator at the Vicksburg Historical Society and Historic Village. Rural Innovation ExchangeArts and Culture

Theaters, depots, and more: 11 Michigan sites added to National Register of Historic Places in '24

MJ GalbraithThursday, February 20, 2025
Feature Story Kayak launch at North River Road Park on the Black River. Rural Innovation ExchangeSustainability

Kimball Township works with Community Foundation to purchase land for canoe and kayak launch park

Sarah SpohnThursday, February 20, 2025
Feature Story “It's important we act now to ensure a cleaner, healthier and more resilient community for future generations,” says Sterling Heights Mayor Michael Taylor. Metromode - Metro DetroitSustainability

Ahead of the curve: How Sterling Heights aims to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050

MJ GalbraithThursday, February 20, 2025
Development News “The Circular Economy Grants fund innovation and collaboration to reimagine the reuse and recycling of materials,” says Matt Flechter, recycling markets specialist with EGLE. Metromode - Metro DetroitSustainability

Innovators in Michigan's circular economy win big grants in Detroit, Southfield, Wixom, and more

MJ GalbraithThursday, February 20, 2025
Feature Story Kayak launch at North River Road Park on the Black River. The Keel - Port HuronCommunity Development

Kimball Township works with Community Foundation to purchase land for canoe and kayak launch park

Sarah SpohnWednesday, February 19, 2025
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