Daydream realized: New mural in Hazel Park provides the city 'a bit of magic' in more ways than one Read Article

New website shows off Michigan's B&Bs to promote industry comeback Read Article

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Students get a taste of manufacturing careers at iconic bakery during MFG Day Read Article

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Oak Park’s Nine Mile redesign indicates transformative direction for the city Read Article

Students get a taste of manufacturing careers at iconic bakery during MFG Day Read Article

Macomb County Planning and Economic Development.

Oakland County's housing affordability problem is growing. How can we solve it? Read Article

Dallas, Jamillyah, and Dayton Palmer in their new home in Pontiac.
Photo: Dallas, Jamillyah, and Dayton Palmer in their new home in Pontiac. Doug Coombe

The Art of Dining: New DIA exhibit a Middle Eastern feast for the senses Read Article

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How this local guitar company is feeling reinvigorated by its new Hazel Park workshop Read Article

How a block grant helps Macomb build parks, add solar street lights Read Article

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Longform “By working with our community and fostering dialogue about gun safety, we believe we can reduce firearm injuries and build a safer future for all.” Deanna Price Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

How public health focuses on gun safety and reducing firearm violence

Brianna NargisoTuesday, October 22, 2024
Michigan's public health experts are working to address firearm accidents and violence through community partnerships and education programs. 
Feature Story Rick Sperling and Nafeesah Simonette co-founded Detroit Excellence in Youth Arts Second Wave - Michigan

Uplifting youth arts organizations through collective impact and connectionsNonprofit Journal Project

Chris HandysideMonday, October 21, 2024
Detroit Excellence in Youth Arts levels-up arts opportunities for young artists by breaking down barriers and building up connections for the arts organizations that serve them.
Feature Story Children are exposed to fresh air, gardening, vegetables and more when gardens become part of early childhood education experiences. Second Wave - Michigan

Learning as they grow: Urban gardens as a teaching tool in early childhood educationNonprofit Journal Project

Chris HandysideFriday, October 18, 2024
Keep Growing Detroit connects gardening and food sustainability with early childhood learning to create healthy experiences for little ones in Detroit, Hamtramck and Highland Park.  
Innovation News The city of Sterling Heights will forgo its usual Sterling Frights event this year to make way for six smaller Halloween-themed events that cater to COVID-19 restrictions.

Can Halloween be green?

Kelli B. KavanaughThursday, October 17, 2024
Holidays are a great time for families to consider curtailing consumption in favor of old-fashioned fun.     
Feature Story A new mural by artist Zach Curtis in Hazel Park. Community Development

Daydream realized: New mural in Hazel Park provides the city 'a bit of magic' in more ways than one

MJ GalbraithThursday, October 17, 2024
“I think (children) see themselves in it,” says Corrine Stocker, Library Director at Hazel Park District Library. “It's just a bit of magic, and it really lifts up the library and the city in general.”
Development News Livernoise Avenue in Ferndale. Economic Development

Oakland County to host annual showcase for economic development opportunities in these 21 cities

MJ GalbraithThursday, October 17, 2024
“This event allows investors and developers to engage directly with local leaders and talk about exciting new projects in our communities,” says Oakland County Executive Dave Coulter.
Longform Nurses like District Health Department #10’s Becky Gossman RN are only one facet of the future public health workforce. Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

Redefining public health in Michigan: A vision for a post-pandemic future

Brianna NargisoTuesday, October 15, 2024
The Michigan Association for Local Public Health is advocating for a transformative vision of public health, one that accounts for the complexities of today’s diverse communities and the ever-evolving landscape of health needs. 
Feature Story Community mental health agencies from all over the state came to the 2024 rally to show support for their clients and friends and to advocate for a stronger mental health system. Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

20th 'Walk a Mile in My Shoes' rally promotes public mental health care

Monique BedfordTuesday, October 15, 2024
Community Mental Health Association of Michigan (CMHA) Walk a Mile in My Shoes Rally congregates advocates from across Michigan to support public behavioral health care. 
Longform A Supplemental Science lesson at John R. King Academic and Performing Arts Academy in Detroit. Kids and Education

Parks bring free and low-cost nature education to underserved schools in Southeast Michigan

Patrick DunnThursday, October 10, 2024
Southeast Michigan's parks are working to connect students in underserved communities to nature and science programming.
Feature Story A room at Big Bay Point Lighthouse. Economic Development

New website shows off Michigan's B&Bs to promote industry comeback

Leslie CieplechowiczThursday, October 10, 2024
Bed and Breakfast lodgings are an important part of Michigan’s economy, with 130 locations bringing in $70.3 million annually. The Michigan Bed & Breakfast Association is highlighting members with a new website.
Feature Story Inside a then-new HTI Cybernetics facility in 2019. Economic Development

Sterling Heights companies do their part to help fill the talent pipeline on Manufacturing Day

MJ GalbraithThursday, October 10, 2024
Feature Story Ethel's Baking Technology and Innovation

Students get a taste of manufacturing careers at iconic bakery during MFG Day

Genevieve FoxThursday, October 10, 2024
From auto industry spaces to baking hot spots, over 2,000 high school students toured manufacturing companies across Macomb County for this year's MFG Day/Week.
Development News The Sterling Heights Skate Park opened in November of 2017 — the first cornerstone amenity that was completed on the Recreating Recreation timeline. Community Development

Sterling Heights parks and recreation director named president-elect of this statewide organization

MJ GalbraithThursday, October 3, 2024
"His dedication to our community has transformed our parks, and we have seen firsthand the positive impact parks and recreation have on the quality of life for our residents," says Sterling Heights Mayor Michael Taylor.
Development News The Edgar Poe-inspired festival debuted in 2020 and has since become an annual tradition in downtown Farmington each October. Arts and Culture

Grand Raven Festival returns to downtown Farmington with all of its tricks and treats

MJ GalbraithThursday, October 3, 2024
It’s October, which means that Edgar the Grand Raven has made its annual return to downtown Farmington.
Feature Story Fathers are important figures in children’s lives Second Wave - Michigan

Better fathers mean stronger communitiesNonprofit Journal Project

Julie J. RiddleWednesday, September 25, 2024
Stronger fathers mean stronger kids. The Children’s Center in Detroit has a dad-focused program that links fathers to the resources they need and gives them a place to connect, share concerns, and encourage each other to invest more deeply in their children’s lives.
Partner Content Parents indicated that needed services like speech therapy, occupational therapy, and paraprofessional support were inadequate. Second Wave - MichiganEquity

Survey activates education advocacy for Michigan children with disabilities

Estelle SlootmakerTuesday, September 24, 2024
Special Education Experience (SEE) survey results revealed that needed improvements in special education that the state identified in 2014 have not been made.  
Feature Story Champions of Wayne students with Wayne Memorial High School staff and mentors at the Student Achievement Banquet on June 20, 2024 Second Wave - MichiganCommunity Development

Visionary Wayne Memorial High School program helps students succeed by paying themNonprofit Journal Project

Leo V. KaplanTuesday, September 24, 2024
At Wayne Memorial High School, Champions of Wayne pays students $250 per semester to work with mentors to meet personalized goals.
Longform Joe Volpe, program manager at Ferndale's Affirmations LGBTQ+ Community Center. Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

Mental health takes heavy toll on Michigan's LGBTQ youth

Estelle SlootmakerMonday, September 23, 2024
Mental health is a major challenge for Michigan youth in general, but the problem is even greater for the state's LGBTQ youth.
Longform Dayton, Jamillyah, and Dallas Palmer outside their new home in Pontiac. Community Development

Oakland County's housing affordability problem is growing. How can we solve it?

Patrick DunnMonday, September 23, 2024
Leaders in the government, nonprofit, and for-profit sectors are coming together to make housing more attainable for all county residents.
Feature Story Oak Park Community Development

Oak Park’s Nine Mile redesign indicates transformative direction for the city

Sierra OkoniewskiMonday, September 23, 2024
The City of Oak Park has completely reimagined a large segment of the Nine Mile Road Corridor, ushering new bike lines, pocket parks and economic opportunities into their growing community. 
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