Technology and Innovation

Innovation News U-M assistant professor Jovan Kamcev places a filter membrane between two electrodes, which measure how well the membrane conducts electricity. This helps his team predict how well it can purify water.
Innovation News WCC students on campus.
Feature Story The new center is located on the campus of Munson Medical Center in Traverse City.
Partner Content A nonprofit lender with a mission to support underserved entrepreneurs, Northern Initiatives is celebrating its 30th anniversary.

Northern Initiatives celebrates 30 years of supporting Michigan small businesses


Feature Story A stone fireplace adds to the winery's cozy charm.
Development News The future Aster Brands headquarters at 8212 M-199 in Harbor Springs.
Development News "The region embodies a culture that honors military service," says Shannon Owen, director of the Northern Michigan region for GVSU.
Feature Story MM Bin
Feature Story “We’re not just investors with a bunch of money trying to capture revenue. We are a real family-owned business that’s working hard at supporting ours and other families,” says Rick Fandakly, co-owner of Boozy's Bar & Grill in Hazel Park.
Longform Center for Sustainable Systems grad students Molly Russell and Paige Greenberg with Associate Director Shoshannah Lenski.
Feature Story Boozy's, Hazel Park

PHOTOS: Inside the new Hazel Park eatery


Feature Story Coalition members at the state capitol during a visit to lawmakers on Advocacy Day.
Development News Munson Medical Center in Traverse City
Development News The Chain of Lakes Water Trail includes 12 lakes and rivers interconnected throughout Antrim, Charlevoix, Grand Traverse, and Kalkaska counties, offering more than 100 miles of uninterrupted paddling in northwest Michigan.
Feature Story A startup bootcamp held previously by 20Fathoms.
Feature Story PieSci

4 Oak Park eateries that are taking pizza to the next level


Development News “These funds will support the development of John Grace Arms, a transformative housing community that will offer 60 senior apartments, with a focus on fostering community engagement and recreation,” says Dana Chestnut, CHC’s Chief Lending Officer.
Feature Story Timothy Murphy's Audio Radar enhances gaming experiences for deaf and hard-of-hearing players.

Gaming entrepreneur rediscovered his creative skills at KCAD


Development News Phase II of North Central's CATEE project, which begins in early 2025, includes the razing of the college’s 59-year-old Technology Building, transforming it into an expanded, state-of-the-art Technology Center.