Community Development

New multi-purpose pavilion rising in Beaverton

When completed, the 80-foot-by-100-foot structure could also be used to host farmers' markets and other community events.

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Strickler Center
The Strickler Center in Central Michigan combines efforts to make a difference 

Six nonprofits. One roof. Thousands of neighbors served. The Strickler Center in Mt. Pleasant makes it easier for neighbors to help neighbors. Plus, WCFX’s annual Caravan of Care returns through Jan. 30. Here’s how it all works—and how you can be part of it.

New Life in Old Halls: Transforming Finlandia University’s former buildings for a vibrant future

Most of the university’s buildings have been sold. Some are being renovated into apartments and commercial space. Others will become event venues and a community hub.

Roscommon’s park overhaul features a rare paved “pump track”

An $820,000 grant from the state's Land and Water Conservation Fund to the Roscommon Area Recreation Authority funded upgrades to the former Metro Park.

Port Huron Historian turns family roots into community action

For more than a decade, David Brooks, president of Friends of the Fort Gratiot Light has helped preserve one of St. Clair County’s most iconic landmarks through volunteer work, fundraising, and hands-on restoration.

Beaverton's Trail of Two Cities is among the Spark Grant recipients.
Beaverton improves access to the Trail of Two Cities

Beaverton is adding a short footpath to the Trail of Two Cities to improve accessibility.

How these women-owned businesses strengthen St. Clair County communities

Port Huron Yoga, the Yale Bakery, and Dot’s Candy Store are three women-owned businesses whose work strengthens community connection, resilience, and local economic growth during the holiday season.

Teacher’s $1M gift spurs $20M investment to make Holland a winter destination

The late Frank Kraai’s dream becomes reality with the opening of Holland Ice Park, which offers ice skating, curling, and year-round community activities.

Grassroots effort transforms Allegan park into thriving disc golf destination

Volunteers, local businesses, and county officials united to build an 18-hole disc golf course revitalizing Allegan’s Littlejohn Lake Park.

Thompsonville trailhead and campground project chugs along

The project aims to bring some life back to Thompsonville, a former railroad stop.

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