Epicenter Downtown Clare has a new vibe, thanks to a new wave of entrepreneurs Read Article

Downtown Clare boasts both flagship storefronts such as Cops & Doughnuts, as well as newcomers like Calla Lily Mercantile, whose retail shop opened less than three years ago.
Photo: Downtown Clare boasts both flagship storefronts such as Cops & Doughnuts, as well as newcomers like Calla Lily Mercantile, whose retail shop opened less than three years ago. Photo Credit: Courtney Jerome / Epicenter Mt. Pleasant

UPword It's electrifying: The U.P. is home to first of its kind electric off-road vehicle charging network Read Article

Route Bay City Pickleball serves up fun and fitness for people of all ages and abilities Read Article

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Metromode Sweet Potato Sensations: Black, intergenerational business credits success to small biz support Read Article

Nick Hagen

The Keel Algonquin Elementary School teacher utilizes outdoor learning to enhance youth education Read Article

Griffin DeGowske

Concentrate Naloxone machines and other harm reduction efforts aim to reduce Ypsi-area opioid overdose deaths Read Article

A naloxone vending machine at the Ypsilanti District Library's Whittaker Road branch.
Photo: A naloxone vending machine at the Ypsilanti District Library's Whittaker Road branch. Doug Coombe

Southwest Michigan Hidden enchantment: The Hobbit Hole Gallery in downtown Kalamazoo Read Article

Casey Grooten

Southwest Michigan What's behind the big red doors? Sanctuary in the city Read Article

Recent Michigan housing legislation incentivizes more housing developments Read Article

Priya Karkare

Pilot program in Jackson County aims to support preschoolers' mental health through mindfulness Read Article

Head Start students at St. John's Universal Church of Christ in Jackson learn about cucumbers and dragonfruit in a lesson on mindful eating.
Photo: Head Start students at St. John's Universal Church of Christ in Jackson learn about cucumbers and dragonfruit in a lesson on mindful eating. Doug Coombe

Epicenter Summerhill Village: Pioneering sustainable living with Clayton eBuilt™ homes in central Michigan Read Article

Summerhill Village’s Clubhouse
Photo: Summerhill Village’s Clubhouse Photo Credit Courtney Jerome / Epicenter Mt. Pleasant

The Keel Bridge to Bay Trail adds new connection on Clinton Avenue in St. Clair Read Article

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Southwest Michigan Safe space at Battle Creek’s Voces helps immigrants navigate legal landscape Read Article

John Grap

The Keel Michigan resident launches YouTube channel, Disabled in Nature, promoting accessibility awareness Read Article

Photo Courtesy of Marisa Spain

Midland City of Midland Firefighters look to find new recruits Read Article

Training and maintaining equipment are a regular focus for City of Midland firefighters.
Photo: Training and maintaining equipment are a regular focus for City of Midland firefighters.

Southwest Michigan Battle Creek Did Not Burn: Documentary chronicles local events after MLK's assasination Read Article

John Grap

Concentrate Washtenaw County organizations take the lead on spreading art in public Read Article

Hannah Kirkpatrick in front of Ouizi's "Drift" mural.
Photo: Hannah Kirkpatrick in front of Ouizi's "Drift" mural. Doug Coombe

Southwest Michigan Kalamazoo's Sarkozy Bakery: Old world baking in an ever-changing world Read Article

Fran Dwith

Epicenter February fundraising festivities across Mt. Pleasant Read Article

Courtesy Special Olympics Michigan

Metromode Oak Park public safety officers reflect on the past and future as a new year begins Read Article

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The Keel St. Clair County Community College leads the way with new adaptive sports program Read Article

Harold Powell

Rural Innovation Exchange The life of a modern shepherdess: Bridging tradition and innovation in farming in rural Michigan Read Article

Southwest Michigan Road to Healing: Indigenous woman shares her story of surviving Michigan's Holy Childhood Read Article

Southwest Michigan Success smells sweet for Battle Creek chocolatier Read Article

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Rural Innovation Exchange It's electrifying: The U.P. is home to first of its kind electric off-road vehicle charging network Read Article

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Keep an eye on these outdoor rec startups

Jennifer Donovan | UPword StaffWednesday, April 24, 2024
Outdoor recreation is big business -- in Michigan and across the country. And advances in technology and good old ingenuity are changing the landscape of outdoor recreation. Check out these startups and see if you don't want to get back outdoors and explore nature. 
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Business symposium kicks off series of spring be nice. mental health events

Monique BedfordTuesday, April 23, 2024
The Mental Health Foundation of West Michigan and its be nice. program will host four spring mental health events this year.
Feature Story Entering its second summer of construction, downtown Zeeland is working with customers and shop owners to make sure downtown shopping and dining is still "The Main Thing." The LakeshoreEconomic Development

Supporting local businesses — even during construction — is the Main Thing in Zeeland

Andrea GoodellMonday, April 22, 2024
Zeeland is encouraging customers to make continuing to support their favorite downtown businesses during construction "The Main Thing" with an awareness campaign that highlights how to navigate construction and why it's important.
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Michigan Center for Rural Health conference on tap this week

UPword StaffWednesday, April 24, 2024
The Michigan Center for Rural Health holds its annual conference next week in Mount Pleasant. The two-day conference brings those working in rural health together to discuss a variety of issues in rural health, network and collaborate.
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Special funds are a step toward leveling the playing field for Black farmers

Kym ReinstadlerMonday, April 22, 2024
For the first time ever, BIPOC farmers in West Michigan will be able to apply for a grant through the West Michigan Farmers of Color Land Fund to help them buy, maintain, and improve agricultural land.
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Author embraces experience of growing up in deaf culture

Shandra MartinezMonday, April 22, 2024
Grand Rapids resident Mickey Carolan describes himself as a CODA, short for child of deaf adults. Growing up with two deaf parents gave him experiences that have inspired his three books and his work as an ally for the Deaf community.
Longform Shelby Coolbaugh, administrative assistant for the Michigan Long Term Care Ombudsman Program (MLTCOP), and Salli Pung, state long term care omubdsman for MLTCOP. Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

Michigan ombudsman program advocates for residents in long-term care facilities

Estelle SlootmakerFriday, April 19, 2024
The Michigan Long Term Care Ombudsman Program improves quality of care and quality of life for people living in nursing homes, homes for the aged, and adult foster care homes. 
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Emerald Fire Farms: Cultivating cannabis and community.

Misty BarronThursday, April 18, 2024
Emerald Fire Farms is a prime example of how cannabis businesses are becoming integral and respected members of the Midland economy.
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