Coverage of community groups bringing about changes, innovations, and solutions in their community.
Manistee County has unveiled over $1.6 million in upgrades to its famous two-mile Riverwalk, enhancing the south bank section with new decking, improved accessibility, LED lighting, historical markers, and wayfinding signage.
For the past year, volunteers in Yale have been collecting stories and ideas from residents that organizers hope will eventually shape future community priorities.
Rural communities often experience a lack of capital access due to bank mergers, or community banks leaving their areas. CDFIs step in to bridge the gap by providing crucial capital, workshops, and referrals to rural communities — funding affordable housing, high-quality education, and community development with small business growth.
Michigan Municipal League travels north to share resources for small business development.
Michigan Municipal League shares innovative programs, fosters collaborations, and connects communities with resources.
A unique high school fire academy prepares students to enter the workforce with certifications, skills, and a strong sense of purpose.
This family-owned farm is a place where families, especially those who may not feel comfortable in public spaces, can spend time outdoors on their own terms.
CEDAM has released a new housing TIF guide to help Michigan communities understand and apply tax increment financing as a tool to support local housing development and affordability goals.
Amidst the wreckage, recovery has begun, spearheaded by nearly 50 Red Cross disaster specialists and a massive grassroots initiative to restore power and provide refuge.
Local agencies, including Disability Network Northern Michigan, collaborate to help unhoused residents with disabilities find housing in Traverse City’s tight market.
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