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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

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“Elevate Your Voice” Entrepreneur Spotlight: Uche Ndubuisi

Chrishelle GriffinThursday, November 30, 2023
"Inside of everybody there is something they are born to give to the generation we are born into, but it took time for me to be able to discover the kind of business that I was born to do," says Uche Ndubuisi, owner of the Inkster African & Caribbean Market.
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Copper Country initiative emphasizes fresh and local foods

Kym ReinstadlerSunday, November 26, 2023
In the western Upper Peninsula, the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community strives toward the goal of food sovereignty, strengthening the community's ability to produce more of its own fresh and local food sources. 
Feature Story NEI

“Elevate Your Voice” Entrepreneur Spotlight: LaWanda Hines

Chrishelle GriffinThursday, November 23, 2023
"I decided to take my own flower class from a very prominent designer that's well known throughout the US, and I fell in love with flowers," says LaWanda Hines, co-owner of Now and Forever Flower Boutique. 
Feature Story Nada

“Elevate Your Voice” Entrepreneur Spotlight: Nada Hassan

Chrishelle GriffinThursday, November 23, 2023
"I have friends and family who live here, and I feel that there is a need for exposure to art, especially for younger kids," says Nada Hassan, owner of Dearborn's Paint with Nada.
Feature Story Esports Entrepreneurship

Esports group aims to propel students to the big leagues

Blake WoodruffThursday, November 23, 2023
A national Esports league branch in Macomb offers kids a pathway to college and beyond.  
Longform Ken Nixon, director of outreach and community partnerships for Safe & Just Michigan. Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

Lack of data raises questions about quality and cost effectiveness of Michigan's prison health care

Estelle SlootmakerThursday, November 16, 2023
According to Michigan researchers and advocates for incarcerated and formerly incarcerated people, health care in prison is far less than adequate.
Feature Story Hygrade

Dining Destinations: 3 neighborhood delis with Metro Detroit stories to tell

Sierra OkoniewskiThursday, November 16, 2023
Echoing eras gone by, metro Detroit's local delicatessens have some things they could tell us about. We spent some time at three long-lasting delis that have seen generations of customers and have become family for their communities. 
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PHOTOS: Scenes from this year's Veterans Day Ceremony in Sterling Heights

David LewinskiThursday, November 16, 2023
Photographer David Lewinski was on hand to document the annual event.
Feature Story A press conference celebrating the launch of Farmington Area FiberCity was held on October 30. Economic Development

21st century cities: Partnership to bring 10G internet to Farmington, Farmington Hills

MJ GalbraithThursday, November 16, 2023
The internet in downtown Farmington is about to get a whole lot faster. Here's where to surf the web and work remotely in the meantime.
Development News Velocity Center is located at 6633 18 Mile Rd. in Sterling Heights. Economic Development

Resource Navigator makes it easier to accelerate small business growth at Sterling Heights' Velocity

MJ GalbraithThursday, November 16, 2023
“Entrepreneurship isn’t a private club, so we want everyone to have equitable and equal access to resources. In turn, we hope this accelerates each business’ growth,” says April Boyle, Senior Advisor for Entrepreneurship and Innovation and Interim Director of Velocity.
Development News The president of Macomb Community College, Dr. Jim Sawyer, IV, will be presented with the Mayor Richard J. Notte Civic Service Leadership Award. Arts and Culture

Macomb Community College president to be honored at 11th annual Puttin’ on the Ritz gala

MJ GalbraithThursday, November 9, 2023
The 11th annual signature gala from the Sterling Heights Area Community Foundation, Puttin’ on the Ritz, is scheduled to take place on Friday, Nov. 17, at Villa Penna in Sterling Heights.
Development News The Centrepolis Accelerator at Lawrence Technological University in Southfield. Technology and Innovation

Recent grants bolster the work of ‘hardtech’ business accelerator at LTU’s Southfield campus

MJ GalbraithThursday, November 9, 2023
“We are grateful to the Song Foundation for this generous gift, which we will quickly put to work helping hardtech entrepreneurs develop and manufacture their products in Michigan, creating quality jobs for their companies as well as providing impact to the local manufacturing supply chain,” says Centrepolis Accelerator CEO Dan Radomski.
Development News The most recent Ladies Night Out event took place this past April. Economic Development

Credit union partners on special offer for downtown Farmington gift cards; Ladies Night Out returns

MJ GalbraithThursday, November 9, 2023
It’s getting easier to shop local in downtown Farmington — and just in time for the holidays.
Longform Access to affordable child care plays a critical role in families finding secure employment. Second Wave - MichiganKids and Education

Underfunding early child care has far-reaching impactsPreK for All a step in the right direction

Joanne Bailey-BoorsmaTuesday, November 7, 2023
The U.S economy loses an estimated $122 billion a year through lost earnings, productivity, and tax revenue because of the challenge parents have in finding early child care.
Longform CEDAM’s Emily Reyst with Boot Camp graduate Christine Holmes, Woodbridge Neighborhood Development director of policy and property development. Second Wave - MichiganBuilding Communities

CEDAM Real Estate Boot Camp readies Michigan’s emerging developers

Sarah SpohnTuesday, November 7, 2023
The Community Economic Development Association of Michigan is addressing the demand for affordable housing across the state. It’s real estate development boot camp provides tools and training for developers and community members within their neighborhoods.   
Feature Story Gina

“Elevate Your Voice” Entrepreneur Spotlight: Gina Wilson Steward

Chrishelle GriffinTuesday, November 7, 2023
"You can't just go to your office and go home. You have to be in the community," advises Gina Wilson Steward, owner and publisher of The Telegram, based in Ecorse, to new small business entrepreneurs. 
Feature Story Sarah

“Elevate Your Voice” Entrepreneur Spotlight: Sarah Elmoussawi

Chrishelle GriffinTuesday, November 7, 2023
"When I came to Dearborn, I couldn't find anything related to Arabic jewelry so I decided to start my business," says Sarah Elmoussawi, owner of Loujain Accessories.
Development News The Upton House Museum in Sterling Heights. Arts and Culture

Get ready for the holidays while stepping back in time at this historic site in Sterling Heights

MJ GalbraithThursday, November 2, 2023
“We encourage our patrons to take a step back in time and embrace the spirit of the season, while also creating your own history at the Upton House," says Tammy Turgeon, Sterling Heights Public Library director and Historical Commission staff liaison.
Development News Civic Center Park in Madison Heights. Arts and Culture

Madison Heights wins $250K grant to build bandshell at Civic Center Park

MJ GalbraithThursday, November 2, 2023
“Live performance art has a special place in a city like ours — it heals, brings people together, and provides an incredible outlet for our youth,” says Mark Bliss, Madison Heights Mayor Pro Tem and Founder of the Madison Heights Arts Board.
Longform Dr. Jordan Braciszewski demonstrates an iPad app used to screen children for mental health issues in Henry Ford Health clinics. Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

Michigan providers use innovative technologies to expand access to behavioral health

Estelle SlootmakerWednesday, November 1, 2023
Telehealth, which ramped up during the COVID-19 pandemic, is here to stay and many agencies and providers are finding new ways to implement it.
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