We are now on the verge of great change, but many leaders are looking over the edge with uncertainty, unsure of taking that leap. That’s because broadband can be a complicated subject—one that requires deep knowledge and understanding of not only the technology but also the social issues surrounding the Digital Divide.
“The level of commitment to bringing this work to fruition is indicative of the importance of these issues to our community,” says Sakura Takano, CEO of Rotary Charities of Traverse City.
“We are an idea,” says founder Jan Wheelock, “of wanting to connect the people across our communities, to build on our rural roots of helping one another and knowing our neighbors … Our goal is not to duplicate what (other organizations) are doing or step on toes.”
Efforts are underway to renovate the historic Thunder Bay Theatre, heavily damaged by a fire in 2020. Organizers are hoping to raise $1.2 million for the project.
Nine Clare police officers stepped in to save a downtown bakery, turning the old joke about cops and donuts into a success story.
“I’m big about opportunities for everybody in the community,” Delor says. “People have different outdoor activities that they like, so once we know what those interests are, we can develop our parks around what our constituents and users want, creating a more diverse park.”
“Our ORV trails not only are used year-round, they fill an important recreation need in the spring and fall that don’t rely on perfect weather conditions,” says Kathy Morin, executive director of the Cadillac Area Visitors Bureau.
“We did not previously have an alternative school in our district and we were seeing students leave for other programs that offered different ways to learn. We felt we were failing those students by not being able to see them through to graduation," said Laker School District Superintendent W. Brian Keim.
A panel of community leaders from Iosco and Alcona Counties meet with internet providers to talk about increasing internet access to residents.
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