New pitch competition fuels dreams for young entrepreneurs in Southwest Michigan

The Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber debuted a new pitch competition -- HYPE -- aimed at bolstering the dreams of young aspiring entrepreneurs. Thousands of dollars were awarded to help new businesses grow.

New series explores efforts to address oral health inequities

A new State of Health series highlights innovative approaches and partnerships tackling systemic barriers to oral health care for underserved populations.

Albion elders becoming Tech Savvy thanks to Albion College students

 “I feel like us just being present in areas that seniors utilize a lot is making them feel more comfortable. They may be a little wary and feel like we’re going to rush through it. Being empathetic and understanding of their experiences is how we get around this,” 

Holland-based Worden Company is celebrating 75 years of crafting custom library and commercial furniture with innovative designs.
Worden Company: ‘Becoming’ more after 75 years in business

Holland-based Worden Company celebrates 75 years of crafting custom library and commercial furniture with innovative designs.

“The Recreation Passport is a tremendous value providing annual access to state parks, boating access sites, state forest campgrounds and more, all for $14,” says DNR Director Scott Bowen. Pictured here is the beach at Hoeft State Park on Lake Huron.
Recreation Passport grants to support park and trail improvements in these 13 Michigan counties

“The Recreation Passport is a tremendous value providing annual access to state parks, boating access sites, state forest campgrounds and more, all for $14,” says DNR Director Scott Bowen.

View of the Tittabawassee River below Sanford Dam
Midland, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers launch 3-year study to mitigate Tittabawassee River flooding

Midland's three-day charrette with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers launched a General Investigation study to address flooding risks, safety, and project viability.

“Our investment in Michigan marks the company’s first major investment to the U.S. market," says Christophe Lavigne, President of Highfield USA.
New jobs for Northwest Michigan as businesses expand operations in Cadillac and Traverse City

“Our investment in Michigan marks the company’s first major investment to the U.S. market and we chose Cadillac for its rich legacy in recreational boat building and the unwavering support of both the local and statewide communities,” says Christophe Lavigne, President of Highfield USA.

The program reduced postpartum depression by 50% among participants.
MSU public health researchers seek to expand successful preventive postpartum depression program

ROSE program trains expectant mothers on how roles and relationships change postpartum and teaches assertiveness skills so expectant mothers can ask for the support they need.

New series explores efforts to address oral health inequities

A new State of Health series highlights innovative approaches and partnerships tackling systemic barriers to oral health care for underserved populations.

Artwork from children in Taiwan.
4-H art exchange program connects rural Michigan students with their peers in China and beyond

For more than three decades, school children across Michigan have been exchanging their artwork with students in China and elsewhere. Thanks to the Michigan 4-H China Project, students don't have to travel across the globe to gain cultural awareness.

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