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.
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Permanent Supportive Housing in Battle Creek receives $1.6 million boost
“Permanent supportive housing is not a homeless shelter, not a treatment facility, not a rehab, or halfway house. Nor is it public housing or rent-free. It is indeed permanent, full-time leaseholders, and they sign Good Neighbor agreements."
Port Huron’s new Southside Summer Market sparks community revival
An often forgotten corner of the city is hosting a fresh wave of vendors, vibes, and revitalization at Knox Field in Port Huron every Tuesday from now until August 26.
Dwelling Place expands affordable homeownership through Community Land Trust
Dwelling Place’s Community Land Trust program creates lasting affordable homeownership opportunities across West Michigan for working families and single-income households.
Vacant for 20 years, historic Monroe building will be repurposed for community good
In Monroe, the former St. Mary’s Academy building left an empty space in the city’s downtown when it closed in 2003. Demolition was on the table until a developer with a personal connection to the building stepped up to save it.
Private-public partnership spurs redevelopment of abandoned hospital site in Marquette
The 17-acre former Marquette General Hospital site is poised for a $166 million redevelopment project, including housing and retail and commercial space, thanks to the efforts of a public-private partnership.
$1 million grant brings first-ever park to Benton Heights
A new park is being planned in Benton Heights in Benton Charter Township in Southwest Michigan, thanks, in part, to a $1 million grant from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.
Community Impact Day expands, mobilizes volunteers across Michigan
The West Coast Chamber’s Community Impact Day grows statewide, rallying businesses, nonprofits, and individuals to create lasting community change.
Brewing community: Eaton Rapids coffee shop changes hands but mission remains the same
Coffee shops serve an important role in rural communities. They're gathering places for friends, neighbors and community groups. It's a role BlackDog Coffee in Eaton Rapids has provided the past few years. That role will continue as the coffee shop transitions to another Michigan-made business, Foster Coffee Co.
Historic schoolhouse almost lost to fire to be reimagined as park, perfomance space in Niles
“Placemaking is all about creating space for a community to come together, and the Ferry Street School Memorial Park will do just that,” says Dan Gilmartin, CEO and Executive Director of the Michigan Municipal League.
Permanent Supportive Housing in Battle Creek receives $1.6 million boost
“Permanent supportive housing is not a homeless shelter, not a treatment facility, not a rehab, or halfway house. Nor is it public housing or rent-free. It is indeed permanent, full-time leaseholders, and they sign Good Neighbor agreements."
Port Huron’s new Southside Summer Market sparks community revival
An often forgotten corner of the city is hosting a fresh wave of vendors, vibes, and revitalization at Knox Field in Port Huron every Tuesday from now until August 26.
Dwelling Place expands affordable homeownership through Community Land Trust
Dwelling Place’s Community Land Trust program creates lasting affordable homeownership opportunities across West Michigan for working families and single-income households.
Vacant for 20 years, historic Monroe building will be repurposed for community good
In Monroe, the former St. Mary’s Academy building left an empty space in the city’s downtown when it closed in 2003. Demolition was on the table until a developer with a personal connection to the building stepped up to save it.
Private-public partnership spurs redevelopment of abandoned hospital site in Marquette
The 17-acre former Marquette General Hospital site is poised for a $166 million redevelopment project, including housing and retail and commercial space, thanks to the efforts of a public-private partnership.
$1 million grant brings first-ever park to Benton Heights
A new park is being planned in Benton Heights in Benton Charter Township in Southwest Michigan, thanks, in part, to a $1 million grant from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.
Community Impact Day expands, mobilizes volunteers across Michigan
The West Coast Chamber’s Community Impact Day grows statewide, rallying businesses, nonprofits, and individuals to create lasting community change.
Brewing community: Eaton Rapids coffee shop changes hands but mission remains the same
Coffee shops serve an important role in rural communities. They're gathering places for friends, neighbors and community groups. It's a role BlackDog Coffee in Eaton Rapids has provided the past few years. That role will continue as the coffee shop transitions to another Michigan-made business, Foster Coffee Co.
Historic schoolhouse almost lost to fire to be reimagined as park, perfomance space in Niles
“Placemaking is all about creating space for a community to come together, and the Ferry Street School Memorial Park will do just that,” says Dan Gilmartin, CEO and Executive Director of the Michigan Municipal League.
