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Beyond books: Rural libraries expand services to meet community needs

Rosemary Parker | RIX StaffThursday, December 19, 2024
Feature Story “It’s a working hot glass studio, so it’s kind of its own living, breathing animal that needs tending to – constantly," says Robyn Ochs, co-owner of Rusty Bug Studio in Hazel Park. Metromode - Metro DetroitArts and Culture

Keeping the furnaces on and the kitties warm at this Hazel Park glassblowing studio

MJ GalbraithThursday, December 19, 2024
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New pitch competition fuels dreams for young entrepreneurs in Southwest Michigan

Thursday, December 12, 2024
Innovation News View of the Tittabawassee River below Sanford Dam Catalyst MidlandCommunity Development

Midland, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers launch 3-year study to mitigate Tittabawassee River flooding

Misty BarronThursday, December 12, 2024
Development News “The Recreation Passport is a tremendous value providing annual access to state parks, boating access sites, state forest campgrounds and more, all for $14,” says DNR Director Scott Bowen. Pictured here is the beach at Hoeft State Park on Lake Huron. Rural Innovation ExchangeCommunity Development

Recreation Passport grants to support park and trail improvements in these 13 Michigan counties

MJ GalbraithThursday, December 12, 2024
Development News “Our investment in Michigan marks the company’s first major investment to the U.S. market," says Christophe Lavigne, President of Highfield USA. Rural Innovation ExchangeEconomic Development

New jobs for Northwest Michigan as businesses expand operations in Cadillac and Traverse City

MJ GalbraithThursday, December 12, 2024
Development News “This investment represents an important first step in our vision of scaling Project DIAMOnD statewide to empower small- and medium-sized manufacturers across Michigan,” says Tom Kelly, Executive Director and CEO of Automation Alley. Metromode - Metro DetroitTechnology and Innovation

Innovative 3D printer network to expand, offer services to more Michigan manufacturers

MJ GalbraithThursday, December 12, 2024
Feature Story Artwork from children in Taiwan. UPword - UPArts and Culture

4-H art exchange program connects U.P. and rural Michigan students with China and beyond

Dawn KempWednesday, December 11, 2024
Innovation News RDNE Stock Project/Pexels Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiEquity

U-M study examines why women are less likely to view themselves as workplace leaders

Jaishree DrepaulWednesday, December 11, 2024
Longform Tech Savvy Seniors Southwest MichiganTechnology and Innovation

Albion elders becoming Tech Savvy thanks to Albion College students

Jane ParikhThursday, December 5, 2024
Feature Story Artwork from children in Taiwan. Rural Innovation ExchangeArts and Culture

4-H art exchange program connects rural Michigan students with their peers in China and beyond

Dawn KempThursday, December 5, 2024
Development News “This is great news that will help spur growth in Northern Michigan. Housing has been a major issue in our region and across the state,” says Sen. John Damoose. Rural Innovation ExchangeCommunity Development

Developers win grant to activate vacant space into workforce housing in downtown Petoskey

MJ GalbraithThursday, December 5, 2024
Development News “The applications we received this year were impressive in both number and quality, which speaks to the need for continued investment across the state,” says MaryBeth Wott, SVP Community Investment and Strategic Planning Officer. Rural Innovation ExchangeCommunity Development

Michigan projects receive $17.7M in grants in record-setting year for affordable housing program

MJ GalbraithThursday, December 5, 2024
Feature Story connorsportspittsburgh UPword - UPEconomic Development

NCAA extends partnership with U.P.-based court provider

UPword StaffWednesday, December 4, 2024
Innovation News EAVX employee Corbin Fleming-Dittenber demonstrates the versatility and customization of a Ford eTransit upfit with Masterack products and VX technology. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiTechnology and Innovation

Ypsi Township company develops smart truck tech, plans Ann Arbor expansion

Sarah RiggWednesday, December 4, 2024
Feature Story Heather Bausick, solid waste and recycling coordinator at the Allegan County Health Department. The LakeshoreHealthy Communities

Allegan County's expanded hazardous waste program increases participation

Shandra MartinezMonday, December 2, 2024
Feature Story The EO Canopy is fully powered by sustainable sources and is being tested in a remote area of the U.P. Rural Innovation ExchangeTechnology and Innovation

Five promising Michigan startups get backing from the Michigan Outdoor Innovation Fund

RIX StaffTuesday, November 26, 2024
Feature Story The Eddy Center in St. Clair. The Keel - Port HuronSustainability

Friends of the St. Clair River to expand inside the Eddy Center with new Watershed Discovery Center

Genevieve FoxThursday, November 21, 2024
Development News Delaney Keating, Director of Entrepreneurship at 20Fathoms, provides startup coaching to the founder of Sand Baggage. Rural Innovation ExchangeEntrepreneurship

Business incubator to offer free startup coaching help in these 3 northwestern Michigan communities

MJ GalbraithThursday, November 21, 2024
Development News The Right Place, Inc. helped the Middleville DDA secure a $21,250 RAP grant for a downtown art walk installation in 2022. Rural Innovation ExchangeCommunity Development

Placemaking projects sought in these 13 West Michigan counties in grant funding push

MJ GalbraithThursday, November 21, 2024
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