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Longform Kalamazoo MetroTransit Southwest MichiganTransportation

Routes and roots: How Kalamazoo’s buses keep the county moving — and connected

Al JonesWednesday, August 13, 2025
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
Feature Story Simranjit Kaur, the author of this story. Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

Creating safer spaces for domestic violence survivors of marginalized identities

Simranjit KaurThursday, July 24, 2025
Longform Head Start and similar programs build academic skills as well as social and emotional strengths.  Second Wave - MichiganKids and Education

60 years of Head Start. What's next?

Brianna NargisoTuesday, July 22, 2025
Feature Story R.I.S.E. Corp. Southwest MichiganSafe Communities

'Battle Creek vs. Everybody' concert bringing everybody together for peace and healing

Jane ParikhTuesday, July 22, 2025
Feature Story Edison Pocket Park Southwest MichiganEconomic Development

Edison seeks funds to build pocket park that supports neighborhood's artistic vibe

Mike WenningerWednesday, July 16, 2025
Feature Story Former President and CEO Christi Coady Narayanan speaks at one of Opp Fund's anniversary events. Courtesy photo. Second Wave - MichiganBuilding Communities

OppFund looks back on impact with 40th anniversary; new leadership looks to continue legacy

Sarah SpohnWednesday, July 9, 2025
Feature Story Battle Creek Bronson Southwest MichiganHealthy Communities

Building trust, alleviating fear: A bold plan to transform Black healthcare in Battle Creek

Jane ParikhWednesday, July 9, 2025
Feature Story Stethoscope and health puzzle Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiHealthy Communities

Breaking barriers: How youth and adult advocates are reimagining health care access

Divya ReddyMonday, June 30, 2025
Longform Shelley Roossien, Accessibility and Inclusion Specialist at KDL, leads children through a building exercise. Second Wave - MichiganEquity

Inclusive Literacy Alliance fosters early reading in Kent County kids with developmental differences

Brianna NargisoTuesday, June 24, 2025
Feature Story A replica of a freedom quilt where triangles, signifying flying geese heading north, pointed slaves toward freedom. The Keel - Port HuronArts and Culture

Celebrating Juneteenth at SC4’s interactive exhibit

Leslie CieplechowiczMonday, June 23, 2025
Feature Story BC PRide Southwest MichiganArts and Culture

As sponsors pull back, community organizations step up to support Battle Creek’s Pride Festival

Jane ParikhWednesday, June 18, 2025
Feature Story The Michigan Union. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiEquity

U-M students respond to DEI programs' end

Anamika SureshMonday, June 16, 2025
Feature Story Housing Balkema Southwest MichiganCommunity Development

Kalamazoo County Housing Portal opens with $2.8 million for new projects

Al JonesWednesday, June 11, 2025
Longform Ypsi Pride 2025 attendees. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiDiversity

Photo essay: Ypsi Pride 2025

Lee Van Roth, Doug Coombe, and Patrick DunnTuesday, June 10, 2025
Feature Story London Beck will be featured in the next installment of the Voices concert series at The Ark. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiArts and Culture

Series spotlighting BIPOC artists at The Ark set to return June 8

Natalia HoltzmanTuesday, June 3, 2025
Longform Cheers to Queers founders Marisa Quiery and Danya Youssef-Agha. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiCommunity Development

Ypsi organizations rally to support LGBTQ+ community in challenging times

Sarah RiggTuesday, June 3, 2025
Partner Content Event helps autistic children and adults get used to the airport environment and boarding experience. Second Wave - MichiganEquity

On Board for Autism: Airport simulation helps autistic kids take flight

Estelle SlootmakerFriday, May 30, 2025
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