Records: Rural Michigan ‘overlooked’ in Michigan’s $6B subsidy spending spree
A longstanding debate in economic development is should government investments reflect geographical fairness or go where they can do the most good?
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CDFIs help rural Michigan communities fund affordable housing, education, and support small business growth
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.
More Than a Base: The unfading shadow of the U.P.’s K.I. Sawyer
At over 5,200 acres, the base’s massive size made redevelopment a challenge. However, several buildings have since been successfully repurposed, and a portion of the site now thrives as the Marquette Sawyer Regional Airport.
Sanford Lake refill begins with head start, full return expected by mid-May
The return of Sanford Lake is no longer a distant milestone. With water already rising and a rebuilt dam in place, the long-awaited refill process is officially underway, setting the stage for a summer many residents have spent years hoping to see again.
Floods, tornadoes, rains ravage Michigan: ‘My hot tub was floating away’
State engineers were monitoring at least seven northern Michigan dams as waters built behind them, most notably at the Cheboygan Dam and Lock Complex, where water was just under 7 inches below the top as of Wednesday afternoon.
A new view from the saddle: Midland Police introduce mounted patrol
Midland’s first-ever mounted patrol unit is bringing a quieter, more approachable form of policing to community events, creating new opportunities for connection.
Copper Country 100 relocates to Houghton for season finale
The Copper Country 100 Snowmobile Race is a professional cross-country snowmobile race where riders will race up to 100 miles on a backcountry course.
By Rail, Boat, or Otherwise: Charlevoix looks to the future as it celebrates its past
The Charlevoix Historical Society readies the release of a “landmark
new publication” regarding the region’s waterways.
A year later, residents recall ice storm that slammed Northern Michigan
In late March 2025, more than an inch-and-a-half of ice collected on tree branches, power lines, homes and vehicles across a dozen counties in the northern Lower Peninsula and southern Upper Peninsula.
New campaign seeks to reduce Michigan businesses’ food waste by doubling food donations
Michiganders send 1.5 to 2 million pounds of food to landfills every year, including massive amounts of perfectly edible food.
CDFIs help rural Michigan communities fund affordable housing, education, and support small business growth
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.
More Than a Base: The unfading shadow of the U.P.’s K.I. Sawyer
At over 5,200 acres, the base’s massive size made redevelopment a challenge. However, several buildings have since been successfully repurposed, and a portion of the site now thrives as the Marquette Sawyer Regional Airport.
Sanford Lake refill begins with head start, full return expected by mid-May
The return of Sanford Lake is no longer a distant milestone. With water already rising and a rebuilt dam in place, the long-awaited refill process is officially underway, setting the stage for a summer many residents have spent years hoping to see again.
Floods, tornadoes, rains ravage Michigan: ‘My hot tub was floating away’
State engineers were monitoring at least seven northern Michigan dams as waters built behind them, most notably at the Cheboygan Dam and Lock Complex, where water was just under 7 inches below the top as of Wednesday afternoon.
A new view from the saddle: Midland Police introduce mounted patrol
Midland’s first-ever mounted patrol unit is bringing a quieter, more approachable form of policing to community events, creating new opportunities for connection.
Copper Country 100 relocates to Houghton for season finale
The Copper Country 100 Snowmobile Race is a professional cross-country snowmobile race where riders will race up to 100 miles on a backcountry course.
By Rail, Boat, or Otherwise: Charlevoix looks to the future as it celebrates its past
The Charlevoix Historical Society readies the release of a “landmark new publication” regarding the region’s waterways.
A year later, residents recall ice storm that slammed Northern Michigan
In late March 2025, more than an inch-and-a-half of ice collected on tree branches, power lines, homes and vehicles across a dozen counties in the northern Lower Peninsula and southern Upper Peninsula.
New campaign seeks to reduce Michigan businesses’ food waste by doubling food donations
Michiganders send 1.5 to 2 million pounds of food to landfills every year, including massive amounts of perfectly edible food.
