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Amazon taps Clare for new delivery hub in Central Michigan

The new delivery station will help power the last mile of Amazon’s fulfillment process by enabling fast, everyday delivery directly to customers’ doorsteps.

Nearly $300K in Seed Awards bolster Michigan’s local food and farming

Nearly $300,000 in Seed Awards from the Michigan Good Food Fund will support 18 food and farm businesses across Michigan, helping small, locally rooted operations grow and improve food access.

Strickler Center
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.

Blake Cahill
How one local environmental expert helps protect Michigan’s aquatic systems

As an environmental quality analyst with the state and a volunteer with the Chippewa Watershed Conservancy, Blake Cahill blends science, service, and community engagement to safeguard native ecosystems and reconnect people with the natural world around them.

Outskirts Cafe Mt. Pleasant
Restaurant finds a home in central Michigan after a nationwide search

Co-founders Chris Houlette and Bob Godich bring all-day breakfast and lunch, award-winning experience, and long-term vision to the former Dozer’s location at their new Outskirts Cafe.

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Michigan Good Food Fund receives $3 million USDA grant to expand healthy food access

The Michigan Good Food Fund is expanding its efforts to bring fresh, affordable food to underserved communities.

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.

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