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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Michigan Good Food Fund receives $3 million USDA grant to expand healthy food access

The Michigan Good Food Fund is expanding its efforts to bring fresh, affordable food to underserved communities.

MSU Extension programs help patients manage diabetes

The Diabetes PATH (Personal Action Towards Health) program is a self-management workshop that explores a variety of tools to manage diabetes.

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.

Hancock mother creates her own line maternity clothing after being disappointed with traditional offerings for pregnant women

Hancock mother of five creates her own stylish maternity and infant clothing.

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.

West Michigan Airport celebrates new taxi lane, boosting regional growth

Community leaders marked the completion of the $2.27 million North Business Park Taxi Lane, enhancing airport operations and fueling West Michigan’s economic development.

The Other Side of the Storm

A father and son struggled to survive in Lake Superior at the same time the Edmund Fitzgerald faltered and sank.

Shaggy’s Skis: Growing its custom-ski business in Michigan

The company has gained a cult following in ski communities around the globe.

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