Traverse City breaks ground on $29M freshwater research center 

Ground has been broken on a $28.9 million facility for freshwater education and blue tech innovation.

Whiskey documentary to feature high-profile projects from this Michigan-based renewable energy company

A Michigan-based renewable energy company will be featured in the latest episode of a documentary series focused on America’s whiskey culture.

Do child care challenges differ for urban and rural families?

While geography shapes experience, families face similar struggles finding child care.

How a teen and his family helped revive the BMX course at Goodells County Park

Can-Am BMX in Goodells County Park membership has faded away over the years until Even Brown and his family helped revive the course and return it to its former glory.

Big developments in three rural Michigan towns receive state grants

Three rural Michigan towns were awarded significant state grants for downtown developments.

PACE Central Michigan
Aging in place with dignity

PACE Central Michigan is helping seniors stay in their homes longer with dignity. By combining medical, social, and daily living support under one coordinated system, their programs reduce stress for families while improving care.

Allegan collaboration delivers backpacks to students

Community partners unite to supply backpacks and school essentials, preparing Allegan County children to begin the school year.

Just Peachy: Berrien Springs farm will expand with $175,000 state grant

Hildebrand Fruit Farm will upgrade its fruit-packing operations.

Hancock named first U.S. Finno-Ugric capital of culture 

Hancock is the first American community to be named a Finno-Ugric Capital of Culture.

Meet the new owners of the historic Dorsey House

New owners Ryan and Jessica Clift are bringing new ideas to the restaurant, which opened in 1847.

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