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

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.

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

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

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.

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

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 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.   

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

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"

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.

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

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.

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Why preschoolers living with autism benefit from early education

 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.

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

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?

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

"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.

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

"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

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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

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Dining Destinations: 8 bars and restaurants coming to Metro Detroit in 2024

The Metro Detroit hospitality industry is buzzing with new activity, so we check out eight places to try this year. "The amount of people that have stopped by to let us know that they live nearby and are excited is kind of overwhelming,” says Pie Sci founder Jeremy Damaske, who is opening an Oak Park location soon.

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Construction of new downtown park, buzzy restaurant openings mark banner year in downtown Farmington

2023 served as a great lead-in for 2024, when Farmington celebrates a truly significant milestone: its bicentennial.

Feature Story “Celebrating the grand opening of Mound Road, Innovate Mound delivers on its promise, reshaping our infrastructure into a model of progress,” says Sterling Heights Mayor Michael C. Taylor.

Innovate Mound opens in Sterling Heights, Warren: Here are some of the great places it can take you

Here are some of our favorite places to visit along the Sterling Heights stretch of Mound Road.

 
Nonprofit leaders across southeast Michigan are contributing their thoughts via journal entries on how COVID-19 is affecting their organization. 
This series is made possible with the generous support of our partners, the Michigan Nonprofit Association and Co.ACT. Click here to read the journal entries.