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Lifestyle boutique celebrates grand opening in downtown Marshall

Urban Reflections Lifestyle first opened in September and has been operating under a soft opening in the weeks leading up to a grand opening.

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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.

Entrepreneur creates waterproof gear for outdoor enthusiasts with help from the St. Clair EDA

Aaron Hulett found the resources he needed to release his new company, P39 Adventure Gear, by working with the EDA of St. Clair County.

Three Michigan community colleges were named to a prestigious list — and all of them are found in the rural north

“The Aspen Prize is widely recognized as the premier community college award nationally,” says Dr. Don MacMaster, president of Alpena Community College.

Hillsdale Hospital installs robotic technology for more advanced spinal care

Hillsdale is the first institution in Michigan and among the first ten in the country to acquire the system.

Michigan history organizations encouraged to apply for grants ahead of USA’s semiquincentennial in 2026

"There's always more history to explore," says Sandra Clark, director of the Michigan History Center.

Downtown Alpena
State grant will help redevelop former Alpena bank building

The Thunder Bay Community Health Service, Inc. has received a $904,000 grant from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation.

Otsego Community Foundation earns statewide recognition

The Excellence in Philanthropy Award honors individuals, businesses, and nonprofits across Michigan who go above and beyond in service, volunteerism, and philanthropy.

Community Foundation awards over $300,000 in grants to 14 organizations

Grant awards range from $5,200 - $40,000.

Michigan startup wins $250K pitch contest with clean energy platform that makes remote camping sites accessible for electric vehicles

“Michigan’s startup and innovation ecosystem is on fire,” says Alison Todak, vice president at the Michigan Economic Development Corporation.

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