The Parsons family expanded a generations-old maple syrup operation into a full-fledged maple products company. That innovation also led to the opening of a retail store and cafe in downtown Charlevoix to sell their products.
“Schuler’s has been known for its hospitality since we first opened in 1909 and we are thrilled at the transformation that is taking place inside our historic building as we create much needed housing in our community,” Sue Damron says.
A new grocery store opens in downtown Albion, the first independent grocer in 30 years. With a focus on fresh and local products, the store aims to erase the region's food desert.
Student leaders in the Detroit Public Schools Community District are helping design and implement SNAP-Ed funded Rec-Connect™ programming, which promotes physical activity.
"During the continued challenges of a health pandemic in 2021, our organization is pleased to see our region continue to prosper with solid economic growth,” says Dan Casey.
A new distillery and taproom, Three Bridges, is slated to open March 3 in downtown Midland. The business will serve beer, spirits, small plates, and eventually, made-in-house wine.
Across Michigan, health professionals are racing to understand which communities have been hit hardest by substance use disorder during the pandemic – and how to turn the trend back around.
Across Michigan, health professionals are racing to understand which communities have been hit hardest by substance use disorder during the pandemic – and how to turn the trend back around.
A new project of Issue Media Group, RIX focuses on the talent, entrepreneurship, social innovation and community development that is moving rural Michigan forward. Our goal is to identify and lift up the innovative people who are leading impactful work in rural Michigan.
Once common in rural Michigan, barns are disappearing from the landscape. But in one Michigan community barns are turning into works of art. This innovation has not only preserved part of the state's agricultural past but has become an economic tool for Port Austin.
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