Preserving the Great Outdoors: Millions targeted for state parks and public lands
Michigan’s state parks and public lands benefit from millions of dollars in the state's 2027 budget and millions of dollars in Trust Fund grants.
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$2 million federal grant boosts Benzie and Grand Traverse trail infrastructure
A $2 million federal investment in MDOT projects will pave the final stretch of the historic Betsie Valley Trail in Benzie County and expand Grand Traverse County’s 3-Mile Trail network, driving regional transit and economic growth.
Michigan’s first-of-its-kind endowment rewrites the rules of forest conservation
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources partnered with the Grand Traverse Regional Community Foundation to establish a first-of-its-kind $670,000 stewardship endowment.
Isle Royale Heritage Alliance formed to scale up historic preservation
The newly formed Isle Royale Heritage Alliance, coordinated by the National Parks of Lake Superior Foundation, has launched a formal partnership to scale up the volunteer-driven preservation of Isle Royale National Park's historic cabins, fisheries, and lighthouses.
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.
How startup Vanly is mapping the future of life on the road
Vanly, a West Michigan-based startup, addresses the critical "where-to-sleep" anxiety by connecting travelers with a nationwide network of private parking hosts.
Top Flight: Houghton earns exclusive honors in Bird City Michigan program
Houghton has been recognized as the first "Bird City" in the U.P., achieving "High Flyer" status for its commitment to conservation and habitat protection.
Kinzer Family Farm offers a quiet, inclusive getaway in Yale
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.
This classic Northern Michigan brewery to open third location in Traverse City as part of big redevelopment plans
The approximately 16,000-square-foot space will be reconfigured to host Short’s Brewing as the anchor tenant, featuring the company’s array of award-winning craft beer as well as dedicated space for food, live music, and events.
Pulp & Press Lit Arts Fest brings world-class authors to rural Southwest Michigan
A new literary festival is coming to Vicksburg this spring, but the idea behind it reaches further than just arts programming.
$2 million federal grant boosts Benzie and Grand Traverse trail infrastructure
A $2 million federal investment in MDOT projects will pave the final stretch of the historic Betsie Valley Trail in Benzie County and expand Grand Traverse County’s 3-Mile Trail network, driving regional transit and economic growth.
Michigan’s first-of-its-kind endowment rewrites the rules of forest conservation
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources partnered with the Grand Traverse Regional Community Foundation to establish a first-of-its-kind $670,000 stewardship endowment.
Isle Royale Heritage Alliance formed to scale up historic preservation
The newly formed Isle Royale Heritage Alliance, coordinated by the National Parks of Lake Superior Foundation, has launched a formal partnership to scale up the volunteer-driven preservation of Isle Royale National Park's historic cabins, fisheries, and lighthouses.
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.
How startup Vanly is mapping the future of life on the road
Vanly, a West Michigan-based startup, addresses the critical "where-to-sleep" anxiety by connecting travelers with a nationwide network of private parking hosts.
Top Flight: Houghton earns exclusive honors in Bird City Michigan program
Houghton has been recognized as the first "Bird City" in the U.P., achieving "High Flyer" status for its commitment to conservation and habitat protection.
Kinzer Family Farm offers a quiet, inclusive getaway in Yale
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.
This classic Northern Michigan brewery to open third location in Traverse City as part of big redevelopment plans
The approximately 16,000-square-foot space will be reconfigured to host Short’s Brewing as the anchor tenant, featuring the company’s array of award-winning craft beer as well as dedicated space for food, live music, and events.
Pulp & Press Lit Arts Fest brings world-class authors to rural Southwest Michigan
A new literary festival is coming to Vicksburg this spring, but the idea behind it reaches further than just arts programming.
