“The Hickory Creek Park Pavilion will not just be a static shelter, it will be a gathering place fitted with universally accessible amenities throughout and will help to further activate a beloved community space,” says MEDC Regional Prosperity Managing Director Paula Holtz.
It's uncommon for libraries to have group meeting rooms or even auditoriums. But a theater? Well, never discount the imagination or practicability of a librarian. The historic Rogers Theater is a branch of the Presque Isle District Library. Now, that's something worth checking out.
The annual Michigan Outdoor Summit in Traverse City brings together a host of players in the diverse outdoors sector. Their goal? To celebrate the outdoors and encourage more Michiganders to appreciate the natural beauty around them.
"This expansion demonstrates NMC's responsiveness to the needs of our region and our ability to deliver results," said Northwestern Michigan College President Nick Nissley.
A grand reopening of the Cass County Historic Courthouse is scheduled for Friday, Oct. 11.
Offering a farm-to-table class, the Great Lakes Culinary Institute teaches aspiring chefs an appreciation of local food and helps them build relationships with farmers.
After helping more than 200 entrepreneurs launch their businesses, Traverse City-based 20Fathoms is expanding its reach across northwest lower Michigan.
"Today's global challenges demand unprecedented collaboration and innovation," says Alejandro Adem, president of the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC) of Canada.
“These projects will benefit communities and wildlife that depend on a healthy Great Lakes ecosystem,” says U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Midwest Regional Director Will Meeks.
With a fresh streetscape and improved infrastructure, Allegan is welcoming new businesses and visitors alike. The southwestern Michigan city is also home to vibrant community programming and a notable craft beer scene.
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