Michigan Outdoor Innovation Fund announces first investments
The Michigan Outdoor Innovation Fund has announced its first round of investments to three state-based companies in the outdoor innovation space.
Muskegon company celebrates 90th anniversary with parade featuring famous horses
Tyler Sales Company Inc., a third-generation family-owned beer distributor, celebrated its 90th anniversary with a community event featuring the famous Budweiser Clydesdales.
New public health program improves oral health for Michigan’s children
To address childhood tooth decay, the Michigan Department of Human Health Services (MDHHS) launched the Kindergartener’s Oral Health Assessment Program (KOHA).
Marquette Rising: Outdoor recreation and intentional development fuel growth
With an abundance of outdoor recreation assets, including a spectacular Lake Superior shoreline, and thoughtful downtown development, Marquette is among the small cities across the upper Midwest experiencing population growth.
Supporting and strengthening local news
The Grand Traverse Regional Community Foundation has joined a national effort -- Press Forward -- to revitalize local news and information.
Village of Honor plans to activate underutilized park space with new playground
“This addition to Maley Park will provide a safe place for children to play and explore the world around them,” says Dan Gilmartin, CEO and Executive Director of the Michigan Municipal League.
Traverse Connect to launch pilot program using drones to deliver medical supplies to rural residents
“Advanced air mobility is an incredible economic opportunity for the state of Michigan,” says Lt. Governor Garlin Gilchrist II.
Nor’East Outdoors opens storefront and possibilities
Nor’East Outdoors began in Midland during the pandemic as a kayak rental business. Now, four years later, owner Stacie Schurmann has opened a storefront downtown and is expanding into bike rentals.
Bay County investing millions to create a one-stop health center in Bangor Township
Bay County received $9 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds and another $2 million in federal dollars from a congressional appropriation to turn what was once an iconic furniture store into a community health center.
Spark grant helps Trail of Two Cities project
Another piece of the Trail of Two Cities -- a nearly completed eight-mile pathway connecting Beaverton and Gladwin -- is moving forward, thanks to a Spark grant from the Council of Michigan Foundations and Michigan Department of Natural Resources.
