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MDOT invites applications for $5 million Maritime and Port Infrastructure Grant Program

The Michigan Department of Transportation is accepting applications for a $5 million grant program aimed at modernizing commercial port infrastructure, reducing environmental impacts, and improving freight reliability across the state.

Community Foundation awards $334,090 to 21 local nonprofits

The Grand Traverse Regional Community Foundation has awarded $334,090 in flexible grants to 21 local organizations to support essential housing, youth, and basic needs programs across Northern Michigan.

Inaugural BlueTech Accelerator showcase highlights eight freshwater startups in Northern Michigan

Eight water-technology companies presented their freshwater preservation and management innovations to investors, concluding a seven-week regional accelerator program designed to build a tech hub in Traverse City.

Travel publications name Keweenaw Peninsula as top fall getaway

Celebrated local landmarks like Hungarian Falls and Copper Harbor are helping drive national and regional media attention.

Historic Lapeer Opera House wins $2.2M grant for mixed-use redevelopment

The multimillion-dollar project will transform the vacant 1870 landmark into a mixed-use hub featuring ten affordable apartments, active storefronts, and a top-floor event venue backed by a coalition of state and local funding.

Historic Muskegon school begins transformation into 46 affordable new homes

Samaritas is transforming Muskegon’s former Froebel School into 46 affordable apartments, preserving local history while expanding housing options.

Houghton revives historic Potato Festival this Saturday

Houghton is reviving its historic Potato Festival this Saturday, celebrating U.P. agricultural history and modern farming tech.

Michigan 4-H honors alumni, volunteers at 2026 Legacy Awards

The 2026 Michigan 4-H Legacy Awards Celebration honored outstanding alumni, volunteers, and partners in Lansing while officially launching the $12 million "Beyond Ready" fundraising campaign to support future generations of youth.

Visit Keweenaw launches $100,000 fund to sponsor local events and festivals

Visit Keweenaw has launched a $100,000 Community Events Sponsorship Program funded by lodging assessments to support local festivals and outdoor recreation events that drive overnight tourism across Houghton and Keweenaw counties.

The Final Four: Michigan startups advance to spring 2027 PitchMI Championship

Four Michigan startups have each secured a $425,000 investment and advanced to the spring 2027 PitchMI Championship to compete for an additional $1 million grand prize.

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