Entrepreneurship

Coverage of those starting up businesses and community resources to help them thrive.

Global Detroit helps founders succeed from the rural reaches of the U.P. to farmers feeding the city

The Global Entrepreneur in Residence Impact Report shows 174 jobs created from the program, and $28.1 million in venture capital has been raised. Moving forward, officials want to see the progress increase and the universities take on a bigger role in propelling that. 

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Hillsdale Hospital launches Rural Health Strong campaign

Hillsdale Hospital has launched Rural Health Strong, a communications and advocacy campaign to promote the value of rural health and encourage the nation to take action toward preserving it.  

The Mason Public Library is located at 145 W. Ash St. in downtown Mason.
Mason wins $250K grant for historic preservation project

“The Certified Local Government program continues to be one of the strongest tools for supporting historic preservation projects at the local level,” says State Historic Preservation Officer Ryan M. Schumaker.

Monica Smith, Yevgenia Gazman, and Christine Sauvé, MIRC Detroit Office.
الهجمات على العائلات المهاجرة وما تعنيه لتعليم الطفولة المبكرة

في عام 2024، لاحظ معلمو الطفولة المبكرة في جنوب غرب ديترويت انخفاضًا كبيرًا في تسجيل الأطفال في مرحلة ما قبل المدرسة، وذلك بعد تصاعد نشاط تنفيذ قوانين الهجرة. وعلى الرغم من أن هذا الانخفاض لم يتم توثيقه رسميًا في ذلك الوقت، أفادت منظمات مجتمعية أن ما يقارب 15٪ من الطلاب تم سحبهم من برامج ما قبل المدرسة في المنطقة خلال أسابيع قليلة.

Ryan Yates, dad and Duncan Aviation engine line technician.
Early care and education: A boon for children, families and the economy

Expanding access to affordable, high-quality early care and education could support working parents, strengthen the state’s labor market, and promote gender equity.

Fresh produce on display at the market.
Supporting ‘Farm Stops’ across rural Michigan

Michigan's Farm to Family Program awarded nearly $350,000 in grants to several "farm stops" across the state. The "farm stops" are small markets selling locally grown fruits, vegetables and other products. 

Roscommon recently earned the first Bird City designation in Michigan while also having installed the state’s largest Kirtland’s Warbler sculpture earlier this summer.
Why these 4 rural communities were named finalists in statewide placemaking competition

"It isn’t easy to choose when everyone is doing such amazing work," says Heather Elliott, member experience coordinator at the Michigan Municipal League. "A special congratulations to our four finalist communities. Your projects showcase the kind of creativity and impact that moves Michigan forward."

A rendering of winter activities at the proposed 285-acre recreation park.
Saving Sugar Loaf: Leelanau Conservancy unveils ambitious recreation plan for former ski resort

The Leelanau Conservancy has big plans for the long-dormant ski resort property, transforming the 285-acre site into a year-round public recreation area.

Complete: The last stretch of the White Pine Trail is paved

The last section of the popular White Pine Trail has been paved. The trail is now the third longest paved trail in the United States. 

“Majestic Riverview Park will not only enhance the entrance to Cheboygan’s downtown, but it will also create a welcoming site for river activity viewing,” says Connie Rieger, Majestic River Park Development Volunteer.
Once site to a historic pavilion, empty lot to be activated as pocket park in downtown Cheboygan

“Majestic Riverview Park will not only enhance the entrance to Cheboygan’s downtown, but it will also create a welcoming site for river activity viewing,” says Connie Rieger, Majestic River Park Development Volunteer.

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