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Feature Story Julia Lemieux behind the bar at Shoey’s Long Bar.

As ICE plans to move into Baldwin prison, residents hope jobs will stay


Longform The START Collaborative's first retreat in January 2024.
Development News Rendering by MCSA Group Inc. and courtesy of Michigan Economic Development Corporation
Feature Story Cherry Republic's newest store has opened in Mackinaw City.

Cherry Republic opens store in Mackinaw City


Feature Story Newaygo is among the communities receiving money for placemaking projects.
Longform The START Collaborative's first retreat in January 2024.
Feature Story Newaygo is among the communities receiving money for placemaking projects.
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Development News “The Employer-Assisted Housing Fund is another great tool in our toolbox to address the housing shortage in Michigan,” says Amy Hovey, MSHDA CEO and Executive Director.
Feature Story After the Storm stepped in to help Gaylord residents after a tornado in 2022.
Development News Inside The Piping Plover in Manistee.
Development News The proposed amphitheater at City Square Park in Fennville.
Development News “Now visitors of all abilities can experience the beauty of a cedar forest, stunning views into protected wetlands, and safe crossings of Finch Creek, a cold water stream feeding the Grass River,” says GRNA Executive Director, Jenn Wright.
Development News The Chapin Mansion in downtown Niles was built in 1884.
Feature Story Michigan's first mass timber building built with Michigan wood.

DNR marks mass timber milestone with Newberry building


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Railroad program flourishes where there are no rails


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$1 million grant brings first-ever park to Benton Heights


Development News Downtown Rogers City.
Development News Overlooking downtown Buchanan.
Development News "Kohn Park will bring a much-needed gathering space to the heart of Sawyer—celebrating community, creativity and connection,” says David Bunte, Chikaming Township Supervisor.