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Longform Luther Blackburn with Katelyn Zak in front of her home that had its lead service lines replaced by YCUA. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiHealthy Communities

Initiative aims to identify lead plumbing in Ypsi-area homes

Sarah RiggWednesday, January 29, 2025
Partner Content Left to right: Ralph Livingston, President Elect St Clair Rotary; Jackie Hanton, Vice President Community Foundation of St. Clair County; Bill Kauffman, St. Clair Rotary President execute the fund agreement. The Keel - Port HuronCommunity Development

St. Clair Rotary Club establishes fund at the Community Foundation

St. Clair Rotary ClubThursday, January 23, 2025
Feature Story Among the attractions in East Tawas is Tawas Point State Park and the Tawas Point Lighthouse, offering spectacular views of Lake Huron. Rural Innovation ExchangeEconomic Development

Could East Tawas be the next port for Great Lakes passenger cruises?

RIX StaffThursday, January 23, 2025
Development News “To protect the park’s remaining trees and reduce the risk of oak wilt disease, tree removal must take place in the winter months, outside of the growing season,” says Stephanie Rosinski, Traverse City and Leelanau state parks supervisor. Rural Innovation ExchangeCommunity Development

Tree removal begins at a popular Traverse City campground as part of $8.5M enhancement project

MJ GalbraithThursday, January 23, 2025
Development News 2025 Chinook Cup Winner: Dog Star Hops. Pictured (l-r) Alec Mull, Bell’s Brewery, presents the award to Ken Porter and Jim Mikesell of Dog Star Hops, Charlotte. Rural Innovation ExchangeEntrepreneurship

Eaton County hops farm wins first-place in annual competition for Michigan hop growers

MJ GalbraithThursday, January 23, 2025
Innovation News People work on a rain garden. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiSustainability

Learn how to make a rain garden in upcoming class hosted by Southeast Michigan watershed councils

Elinor EppersonWednesday, January 22, 2025
Feature Story The Martin Lions was one of many organizations that helped to stock Allegan County pantries with peanut butter last year. The LakeshoreCommunity Development

Allegan County Community Foundation 'spreading the love' with ninth annual peanut butter drive

Andrea GoodellSaturday, January 18, 2025
Feature Story discgolf Rural Innovation ExchangeEntrepreneurship

Disc golf course caps tiny school district’s forestry lessons

Rosemary ParkerThursday, January 16, 2025
Feature Story almawelcomedesk Rural Innovation ExchangeCommunity Development

With expansion Alma hospital is poised for growth

Rosemary Parker Thursday, January 16, 2025
Longform Joe Williams, owner of The Pickleball Pop-Up in downtown Farmington. Metromode - Metro DetroitEntrepreneurship

How this former home goods store has been repurposed as an indoor pickleball facility

MJ GalbraithThursday, January 16, 2025
Development News “We are honored to continue the stewardship of Leo Creek Preserve, ensuring that it remains a jewel of Suttons Bay for students and the public,” says ISEA executive director Fred Sitkins. Rural Innovation ExchangeSustainability

What's next for this 9-acre nature preserve recently gifted to a Suttons Bay nonprofit

MJ GalbraithThursday, January 16, 2025
Development News "We have loved being a part of the downtown and we are so grateful to be a small part of the overall concept that is being developed in our community," says Kim Hemker, Executive Director of BCCADSV. Rural Innovation ExchangeEconomic Development

Downtown Coldwater invites businesses to apply for statewide grant supporting renovations and more

MJ GalbraithThursday, January 16, 2025
Feature Story Holiday Metromode - Metro DetroitArts and Culture

Winter rom-com finds love in Metro Detroit, Grand Rapids, Saugatuck film locations

Thursday, January 16, 2025
Longform Ypsilanti City Manager Andrew Hellenga at the Peninsular Dam. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiSustainability

Ypsi secures funds to remove aging Peninsular Dam in 2026

Sarah RiggWednesday, January 15, 2025
Feature Story Gregory Hall reaquired his beloved Virture Cider and is returning the brand to its independent roots. The LakeshoreEntrepreneurship

Virtue Cider’s next chapter: Gregory Hall brings the brand back to Allegan County roots

Shandra MartinezSunday, January 12, 2025
Partner Content Patti Manley. The Keel - Port HuronCommunity Development

Disaster Response Fund Reaches $100,000

Community Foundation of St. Clair CountyThursday, January 9, 2025
Feature Story Tom Daldin and Jim Edelman are the long-time hosts of Under the Radar Michigan, airing on PBS. Rural Innovation ExchangeArts and Culture

The duo behind Under the Radar Michigan

Jennifer ChampagneThursday, January 9, 2025
Development News Restoration efforts at the historic Cheboygan Front Range Lighthouse have been bolstered through a grant program from the Historical Society of Michigan. Rural Innovation ExchangeCommunity Development

Rural Michigan's history organizations represent well in annual grant contest for museums and more

MJ GalbraithThursday, January 9, 2025
Development News “This dog park will provide Cheboygan County a new space for creating community engagement,” says Dan Gilmartin, CEO and Executive Director of the Michigan Municipal League. Rural Innovation ExchangeCommunity Development

Group hopes to activate underused space at Cheboygan County Fairgrounds with dog park

MJ GalbraithThursday, January 9, 2025
Feature Story Corewell Health has been among the supporters of the Lakeshore Trail. Rural Innovation ExchangeCommunity Development

Donations boost plans for Southwest Michigan's Lakeshore Trail

Rosemary Parker Thursday, January 9, 2025
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