Federal funds will support environmental assessments to prepare contaminated properties for redevelopment, spurring investment and protecting local waterways.

Created with intention and rooted in family values, Four Suns Farm opens to the Mt. Pleasant community this summer. Offering yoga, workshops, lavender products, and peaceful experiences in nature, Tom and Stephanie Olver have cultivated more than just crops—they’ve created a space for connection. Learn about the family’s inspiration, upcoming events, and how this new local destination is growing something meaningful for all.

Brutal storms have wreaked havoc across Michigan in recent years. Stepping into help in the wake of these disasters is the nonprofit After the Storm. Although fairly new, the organization has helped thousands of families cope financially, logistically and emotionally from the aftermath of weather events.

As winters become shorter and seasons increasingly erratic, outdoor recreation in West Michigan is experiencing significant changes. Local leaders are exploring innovative methods to maintain year-round connections to nature through the revitalization of ski resorts, the enhancement of trail systems, and the introduction of new warm-weather activities.

The new DNR Customer Service Center in Newberry is Michigan's first mass timber building constructed with Michigan wood.