The Art of the Harvest: Cultivating community through farming and creativity
Traverse City-based Crosshatch has been working since 2005 to create thriving rural communities rooted in vibrant culture and strong farming economies.
New Michigan program aims to help farms continue by connecting buyers with sellers
MIFarmLink helps match aspiring farmers with those looking to retire and hand their operations over to the next generation.
Closing the digital gap: High-speed internet to reach all of Midland County by 2029
High-speed internet access is expected to reach every household in Midland County by 2029, opening the door to better access to education, healthcare, and employment across the community.
Native Blend brings indigenous medicine to modern healing
An Indigenous and veteran-owned herbal company based in Port Huron, Native Blend focuses on the philosophy that medicine should serve the community.
NMC launches ’26 Great Lakes Blue Tech Challenge
Northwestern Michigan College is seeking startups with solutions for a wide range of issues impacting the world’s largest freshwater system.
History Secured: Michigan’s newest National Register sites
Many of the historic sites can be found in the state’s more rural communities.
Building a Legacy: New endowment fund helps secure the future of a popular recreational trail in the U.P.
Marquette residents Bill and Dea Danly worked with the Community Foundation of Marquette County to establish the fund.
Two British influencers explore what makes Michigan “special”
Sometimes it takes outsiders to remind us how extraordinary our everyday really is. Thanks, Josh & Jase.
The Strickler Center in Central Michigan combines efforts to make a difference
Six nonprofits. One roof. Thousands of neighbors served. The Strickler Center in Mt. Pleasant makes it easier for neighbors to help neighbors. Plus, WCFX’s annual Caravan of Care returns through Jan. 30. Here’s how it all works—and how you can be part of it.
Going, Going, Gone
Small, family-owned sawmills and logging businesses have given way to bigger ones.
