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

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

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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

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

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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

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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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How Michigan universities are at the forefront of advancing AI technology

Layla McMurtrieFriday, April 19, 2024
Artificial Intelligence offers enormous opportunities across industries, but universities in Michigan are aware of the need to implement the technology responsibly and are leading the charge on how to do so.
Feature Story A Beautiful Me — Dress Repurposing The Keel - Port HuronCommunity Development

Youth at A Beautiful Me learn new skills, transform former dresses into new creations

Liz FredendallThursday, April 18, 2024
At local nonprofit A Beautiful Me, teenage girls are creating new life for dresses not fit for sale through the emerge360 program, helping reduce textile waste while also gaining valuable new skills.
Feature Story Albany Drive in the springtime. Metromode - Metro DetroitArts and Culture

PHOTOS: How this unconventional traveler views home in Sterling Heights

Thursday, April 18, 2024
Why this traveling musichead keeps coming back home. As he puts it: “I mean, I’m willing to live in a van three days a week so that I can keep my life here.”
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The 906 Adventure Team program teaches life skills with mountain bikes and more

Ann DallmanWednesday, April 17, 2024
Marquette's 906 Adventure program helps teach children the skills they need for life -- on and off mountain bikes. The program’s focus is on developing and nurturing life skills and working together.
Development News Vacant for the past several years, the former school building at 219 N. Water St. will be redeveloped as affordable housing in downtown Owosso. Rural Innovation ExchangeCommunity Development

This century-old school building is being redeveloped as affordable housing in downtown Owosso

MJ GalbraithThursday, April 18, 2024
“Due to Venture’s continued commitment to the community, more affordable housing options will be available for the residents of Owosso and to those who want to make Owosso their new home,” says Owosso Mayor Robert J. Teich Jr.
Feature Story West Ottawa High School Vice Principal and co-founder of I Am Academy was one of 112 nationwide finalists for the Remarkable Women award. The LakeshoreKids and Education

Lindsay Cherry is a 'Remarkable Woman'

Andrea GoodellTuesday, April 16, 2024
I AM Academy co-founder and West Ottawa High School Vice Principal Lindsay Cherry was one of 112 "Remarkable Women" finalists. The Holland resident was flown to Los Angeles for a two-day celebration and awards ceremony.
Feature Story Cover art for The Accidentals' cover of Lianne La Havas' "Green and Gold." Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiArts and Culture

The Accidentals return to Ann Arbor with an all-female covers album

Natalia HoltzmanWednesday, April 17, 2024
Savannah "Sav" Madigan and Katie Larson, co-founders of the eclectic indie-folk-rock band, have had each other's backs through a number of major changes in recent years.
Development News Shady Lane Cellars is located at 9580 E. Shady Ln. in Suttons Bay. Rural Innovation ExchangeSustainability

Suttons Bay winery wins research grant to test new sustainable soft pesticides at vineyard

MJ GalbraithThursday, April 18, 2024
“With the SARE funds coming to Michigan, it will help the grape industry see first-hand how new approaches can help meet grower and winemaker needs in our climate,” says entomology researcher Dr. Rufus Isaacs of Michigan State University.
Innovation News Trees cut for AAPS' new Pathways to Success academic campus expansion. Concentrate - Ann Arbor/YpsiSustainability

AAPS to salvage cut trees for use in new construction

Jaishree DrepaulWednesday, April 17, 2024
Ann Arbor Public Schools (AAPS) and Ann Arbor-based Urban Ashes are collaborating to repurpose trees cut for AAPS' new Pathways to Success academic campus expansion.
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