How local musicians help connect parks and people in downtown Farmington Read Article

What the Friends of the Rouge are doing to fight water pollution and connect communities Read Article

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New businesses begin to bloom as spring has sprung in downtown Farmington Read Article

Living on couches, in hotels, or in cars, many in Oakland County experience "hidden" homelessness Read Article

Shariki Bell's apartment in Pontiac. Bell lived in a camper in her friend's driveway from 2006 to 2012 due to a mental health crisis.
Photo: Shariki Bell's apartment in Pontiac. Bell lived in a camper in her friend's driveway from 2006 to 2012 due to a mental health crisis. Steve Koss

PHOTOS: Take a peek at the Sterling Heights Community Garden ahead of its grand opening Read Article

Oak Park’s first K-9 officer retires after eight years of service Read Article

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As Farmington celebrates 200 years, here's where to visit to get a sense of its past (and future)

MJ GalbraithWednesday, January 31, 2024
2024 is the community’s bicentennial. Here's what's happening at some of its most historic sites today.
Longform Building Community Value education session. Second Wave - MichiganBuilding Communities

Lansing and Detroit organizations work to address the need for single-family housing

Sarah SpohnTuesday, January 30, 2024
Block by Block spoke with Lansing and Detroit organizations on how they’re addressing the need for single-family housing in their communities. Building Community Value, based in Detroit, and the Capital Area Housing Partnership, based in Lansing, share their perspectives of the needs and how their resources are serving as building blocks for a better housing ecosystem.  
Partner Content The Grand Rapids location will expand AAoM’s Upbound Staffing employment program. Second Wave - MichiganCommunity Development

Upbound Staffing creates inclusive connections for employers and job seekers

Joseph GoralTuesday, January 30, 2024
Upbound Staffing helps prepare job candidates living with autism for all parts of a career search and assists businesses in making their work environments more inclusive.
Feature Story Boys in preschool Second Wave - MichiganDiversity

الأطفال في سن ما قبل المدرسة الذين يعيشون مع التوحد يستفيدون من التعليم المبكر بشكل كبير

Estelle SlootmakerTuesday, January 30, 2024
تحدثت "تهم التعليم المبكر" عن هذا الموضوع المهم مع هيذر إيكنر، مديرة التعليم على مستوى الولاية في تحالف التوحد في ميشيغان (AAOM) وأم لطفلين يعيشان مع التوحد.
Feature Story Kids Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

What do breastfeeding, sanitation, vaccines, and lead paint have in common? Public health.

Rylee BarnsdaleTuesday, January 30, 2024
Q&A with Norm Hess, executive director of the Michigan Association for Local Public Health.
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Por qué los preescolares con autismo se benefician de la educación temprana

Estelle SlootmakerTuesday, January 30, 2024
Early Education Matters habló sobre este importante tema con Heather Eckner, directora de educación estatal de la Autism Alliance of Michigan (Alianza para el Autismo de Michigan, AAOM) y madre de dos niños autistas.
Longform A Meals on Wheels Western Michigan volunteer makes a delivery. Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

Inflation, aging population, and loss of COVID funding impact Michigan Meals on Wheels programs

Estelle SlootmakerThursday, January 25, 2024
Many Meals on Wheels providers report that challenges have arisen as their client lists continue to grow thanks to an aging population, even as pandemic relief funding dries up.
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Oak Park public safety officers reflect on the past and future as a new year begins

Blake WoodruffThursday, January 25, 2024
Blake Woodruff sits down with officers in Oak Park to find out how big changes in the force play out, and what the city can expect this year.   
Feature Story Hidden History Sustainability

'Hidden History of Lake St. Clair' film to highlight historical underwater towns

Genevieve FoxThursday, January 25, 2024
A film premiering in February will focus on two forgotten communities underneath Lake St. Clair that were once early settlements of the waterfront community. 
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Housing a key element of "Michigan's Path to a Prosperous Future"

Sarah SpohnTuesday, January 23, 2024
Citizens Research Council, Michigan Municipal League, and Detroit Hispanic Development Corporation weigh in on state's housing needs, regional, minority-driven resources, and development within individual communities.   
Longform The MALPH staff: Jodie Shaver, Vickie Johnson, Edward Witherspoon, Gwen Tithoff, and Norm Hess. Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

Michigan Association for Local Public Health helps build health across the state

Rylee BarnsdaleTuesday, January 23, 2024
Michigan Association for Local Public Health advocates for policies, initiatives, and collaborations that build health across the state and individually through trainings and workforce assistance.
Feature Story Boys in preschool Second Wave - MichiganKids and Education

Why preschoolers living with autism benefit from early education

Estelle SlootmakerTuesday, January 23, 2024
 Early childhood education presents a golden opportunity to set up  children living with autism for academic success.
Longform Melanie Brim, former president and CEO of the Michigan Health Council. Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

How can Michigan solve its growing health care workforce shortage?Nonprofit Journal Project

Estelle SlootmakerMonday, January 22, 2024
One study found that nearly all of the 36 Michigan health care occupations it analyzed are projecting workforce shortages between now and 2032. What can be done?
Development News The “Two Bears” sculpture by Marshall M. Fredericks in front of the Sterling Heights Public Library. Arts and Culture

From pickleball to podcasts: Sterling Heights Library launches new collection of, well, things

MJ GalbraithThursday, January 18, 2024
"These items are meant to empower our community members to explore, learn, and create in innovative ways," says Tammy Turgeon, director of Sterling Heights Public Library.
Development News "These federal dollars will purchase new, electric school busses for these school districts, providing a safer and cleaner ride to school for students,” says Michigan Chief Infrastructure Officer Zachary Kolodin. Healthy Communities

Federal grants to enable purchase of 15 clean-energy school buses in Pontiac, 5 in Redford

MJ GalbraithThursday, January 18, 2024
"These federal dollars will purchase new, electric school busses for these school districts, providing a safer and cleaner ride to school for students,” says Michigan Chief Infrastructure Officer Zachary Kolodin.
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How URC is creating a sustainable tomorrow in learning spaces today

Sarah SpohnTuesday, January 16, 2024
An alliance of three leading research institutions in Michigan is producing real-world sustainability education, research, and innovation for a greener tomorrow.
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Troy actor Steven Yeun wins Golden Globe

Thursday, January 11, 2024
Actor Steven Yeun, who grew up in Troy, Michigan, won a Golden Globe on Sunday for his role in “Beef,” the Netflix TV series he starred in alongside Ali Wong, who also was awarded.
Feature Story Jollibee is located at 44945 Woodridge Dr. in Sterling Heights. Arts and Culture

It's happening: Buzz builds as Jollibee prepares to open its doors in Sterling Heights

MJ GalbraithThursday, January 11, 2024
Jollibee, the Phillippines-based fast food company considered one of the fastest-growing restaurant companies in the world, is officially opening its first Michigan location in Sterling Heights on Friday, Jan. 12.
Development News IMAGIO Glass Design co-founders Paula Badalamente and Mike Trego. Entrepreneurship

Home Builders Association honors this Sterling Heights company at annual awards ceremony

MJ GalbraithThursday, January 4, 2024
The company specializes in custom kitchen backsplashes, shower walls, and other interior features, but has also expanded in scope and size.
Development News “RainSmart Rebates embodies our commitment to sustainable urban development and community resilience,” says Oakland County Water Resources Commissioner Jim Nash. Sustainability

Up to $2K in rebates available for green stormwater projects in these Oakland County communities

MJ GalbraithThursday, January 4, 2024
“RainSmart Rebates embodies our commitment to sustainable urban development and community resilience,” says Oakland County Water Resources Commissioner Jim Nash.
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