Once the heart of many downtowns, older movie theaters across Michigan are being turned into restaurants, distilleries and shops. 

The Nature Conservancy has stepped in to protect thousands of acres at the tip of the Keweenaw Peninsula. “This purchase ensures everyone can enjoy and appreciate these iconic lands and waters forever and assures that sustainable management of its lush forests continues,” the Conservancy said. 

The paranormal? Not so scary. In fact, "dark tourism" can be a boon for small towns and communities looking to grow their economies. Author Dianna Stampfler shared some of her experiences at the recent Michigan Festivals and Events Association conference.

St. Clair businesswoman Cassie Harms turned away from a career in accounting to pursue her passion for designing and creating quilts. Today, her work has received international recognition.

Marshall's famous restaurant is returning to its roots, renovating its second and third floors for badly needed housing in the Calhoun County community. 

A 50-acre forest on an inhabited island in northern Michigan has been recognized as an old-growth forest, a rare designation in the Great Lakes State.

The number of breweries continues to grow in the U.P., appeasing locals and  travelers alike. 

A Monitor Township custom printing business relies on non-traditional sources to recruit its workforce. Then, it uses creative methods to retain talented people.  

Manistee unveils a new sculptural display, telling the northern Michigan city's history, from Native Americans through European settlement to the modern era. 

Gentex is creating a new charitable foundation that will offer scholarships to female high school seniors pursuing a degree in STEM.