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Longform Ryan Yates, dad and Duncan Aviation engine line technician. Second Wave - MichiganKids and Education

Early care and education: A boon for children, families and the economy

Tuesday, August 12, 2025
Expanding access to affordable, high-quality early care and education could support working parents, strengthen the state’s labor market, and promote gender equity.
Longform Monica Smith, Yevgenia Gazman, and Christine Sauvé, MIRC Detroit Office. Second Wave - MichiganDiversity

الهجمات على العائلات المهاجرة وما تعنيه لتعليم الطفولة المبكرة

Brianna NargisoTuesday, August 12, 2025
في عام 2024، لاحظ معلمو الطفولة المبكرة في جنوب غرب ديترويت انخفاضًا كبيرًا في تسجيل الأطفال في مرحلة ما قبل المدرسة، وذلك بعد تصاعد نشاط تنفيذ قوانين الهجرة. وعلى الرغم من أن هذا الانخفاض لم يتم توثيقه رسميًا في ذلك الوقت، أفادت منظمات مجتمعية أن ما يقارب 15٪ من الطلاب تم سحبهم من برامج ما قبل المدرسة في المنطقة خلال أسابيع قليلة.
Longform Lynda Gregorini Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

Childhood exam motivates dental hygienist who cares for rural kids

Shandra MartinezTuesday, August 12, 2025
Inspired by a school nurse, Lynda Gregorini now provides dental care and career mentoring to students in rural Michigan schools.
Feature Story Brandon Knapp and Pam Swafford Rural Innovation ExchangeHealthy Communities

Physical activity and mental health: LifeWays helps clients make the connection

Lee Van RothTuesday, August 12, 2025
The connection between physical activity and mental wellness is at the heart of LifeWays’ growing roster of health programs- and community response has been overwhelmingly positive. 
Feature Story Brandon Knapp and Pam Swafford Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

Physical activity and mental health: LifeWays helps clients make the connection

Lee Van RothTuesday, August 12, 2025
The connection between physical activity and mental wellness is at the heart of LifeWays’ growing roster of health programs- and community response has been overwhelmingly positive. 
Feature Story A year into the job, Spring Lake manager Brady Selner has kept late mentor Chris Burns’ office nearly unchanged, down to her candy dish. The LakeshoreCommunity Development

Spring Lake manager honors mentor while leading village into future

Shandra MartinezTuesday, August 12, 2025
Brady Selner marks one year as Spring Lake manager, continuing Chris Burns’ legacy through community projects and plans for growth.  
Feature Story Members of the Holland/Zeeland Young Professionals The LakeshoreEconomic Development

Holland/Zeeland Young Professionals joins Chamber to expand opportunities

The Lakeshore Tuesday, August 12, 2025
Volunteer-led HYP transitions into West Coast Chamber, gaining staff, resources, and connections to strengthen programming and support emerging leaders.
Feature Story Red Cross Training Southwest MichiganSafe Communities

Fires, floods, and FEMA fears: One Battle Creek Red Cross volunteer’s call to action

Jane ParikhTuesday, August 12, 2025
Karen Wosje helps respond to local disasters as FEMA’s future remains uncertain. The Red Cross urges more volunteers amid rising climate-related emergencies.
Longform Parkridge Summer Learning Experiences students present their projects. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiKids and Education

From oral history to fishing, kids share highlights of Parkridge Summer Learning Experience in Ypsi

Sarah RiggMonday, August 11, 2025
On Friday, Aug. 8, almost 60 campers ages 6-13 presented the lessons they'd learned during a five-week science, technology, engineering, and math immersion summer camp at Parkridge Community Center in Ypsilanti.
Longform Juergen Koller is the CEO and Anne McNeil is the co-founder of Sequestro, an Ann Arbor company that uses sawdust to clean PFAS chemicals out of water. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiTechnology and Innovation

Green tech firms in Washtenaw County clean up PFAS, restore soil, and turn waste to fuel

Sarah RiggMonday, August 11, 2025
Washtenaw County startup companies are innovating in "green technology" with efforts that range from cleaning up PFAS contamination to converting waste into environmentally friendly fuels.
Longform Bright Futures Project Director Suzie Staley and Bright Futures Assistant Director RJ Quiambao. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiKids and Education

EMU's Bright Futures after-school program faces federal funding rollercoaster and uncertain future

Lee Van RothMonday, August 11, 2025
The program, which supports more than 5,000 students in 22 schools, has had its funding temporarily restored through summer 2026, following a national hold on nearly $7 billion in federal funding.
Feature Story Rod and Annie Capps. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiArts and Culture

Ann Arbor folk duo Annie and Rod Capps celebrate nostalgia and fun on 10th album release

Lee Van RothMonday, August 11, 2025
Ann Arbor-based folk duo Annie and Rod Capps are preparing to celebrate their upcoming album, tentatively titled "Enjoy The Ride", with a double album release performance at The Ark on Aug. 21 alongside Chicago alternative folk trio Sons of the Never Wrong.
Development News MACF Catalyst MidlandCommunity Development

Deadline nears for Midland construction talent attraction program

Misty BarronMonday, August 11, 2025
The Midland Area Community Foundation’s Construction Talent Attraction Program offers $5,000–$20,000 awards; applications due Aug. 15, 2025.
Longform Tacos El Jefe SWMI Journalism Collab Southwest MichiganEconomic Development

Trazando el Camino al Éxito: Un programa de El Concilio Kalamazoo impulsa el emprendimiento Latinx

Por Kristen Aguirre, NowKalamazoo Monday, August 11, 2025
La Corporación de Desarrollo Económico de Michigan otorgó a la Cámara de Comercio Hispana del Oeste de Michigan 2.5 millones de dólares. Ese dinero se destinó a cuatro organizaciones, entre ellas El Concilio en Kalamazoo. Ahora proporciona acceso a recursos de desarrollo económico en español a negocios como Tacos El Jefe.  
Longform Tacos El Jefe SWMI Journalism Collab Southwest MichiganEconomic Development

Charting the Road to Success: A program from El Concilio Kalamazoo boosts Latinx entrepreneurship

Kristen Aguirre for NowKalamazooMonday, August 11, 2025
The Michigan Economic Development Corporation awarded the West Michigan Hispanic Chamber of Commerce $2.5 million. That money went to four organizations inlcuding El Concilio in Kalamazoo. It is now providing access to economic development resources in Spanish for businesses like Tacos El Jefe.
Second Wave - MichiganEconomic Development

Global Detroit program helps immigrant entrepreneurs grow Michigan’s tech economy

Misty BarronMonday, August 11, 2025
Global Detroit’s Global Entrepreneur in Residence program helps immigrant tech founders secure visas, build startups, and create jobs, fueling innovation and economic growth across Michigan’s expanding tech sector.
Development News enbridgegrant UPword - UP

Marine Trades Institute receives $10,000 grant from Enbridge

UPword StaffMonday, August 11, 2025
"We appreciate the continued support from Enbridge through their Fueling Futures grant to help us acquire equipment that positively impacts students in both training programs here at (Marine Trades Institute)," said Tom Coates, who is director of development at the Cedarville school.
Feature Story Les Hoogland's children unveil a plaque honoring the late mayor. The LakeshoreCommunity Development

Zeeland honors longest-serving mayor with dedication of Hoogland Plaza

Shandra MartinezMonday, August 11, 2025
City renames downtown corner during National Night Out to celebrate Les Hoogland’s decades of service, volunteerism, and community leadership.
Feature Story expo list image Metromode - Metro DetroitCommunity Development

Detroit’s community development leaders, friends and champions celebrate collaboration, progressResilient Neighborhoods Feature

Layla McMurtrieThursday, August 7, 2025
Detroit’s CDO VIP Expo brought together community development organizations from across the city to celebrate their collective impact and deepen collaboration through the Detroit 21 network.
Feature Story Kaysi Hohner in welding class at Saline High School. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiKids and Education

CTE classes offer career experience in Washtenaw County high schools. Here's how to sign up for them

Jaishree DrepaulThursday, August 7, 2025
More than 70 state-approved career and technical education programs provide practical learning experiences across numerous fields such as skilled trades, technology, culinary arts, and engineering.
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