Kent County mobility study offers new path to transportation access
Kent County leaders, advocates and nonprofits are working together to expand transportation choices and help more residents stay connected and independent.
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More Than a Base: The unfading shadow of the U.P.’s K.I. Sawyer
At over 5,200 acres, the base’s massive size made redevelopment a challenge. However, several buildings have since been successfully repurposed, and a portion of the site now thrives as the Marquette Sawyer Regional Airport.
Ticket to Work helps people with disabilities return to work safely
The program offers guidance and support so people with disabilities can work without losing benefits, addressing fears, complexity, and financial instability.
Michigan Food Club Network names leader to expand innovative model
Lura Barber leads statewide Food Club Network expansion, scaling grocery-style access model that improves food choice, dignity, and community-driven solutions.
Northern Michigan school goes ‘no screens’ to boost literacy. Is it the right approach?
Mesick Elementary School's decision to cut screens has attracted the attention of neighboring school districts.
Glazed and Grilled: The merger of Cops & Doughnuts and Halo Burger
Cops & Doughnuts famously began in 2009 when nine local police officers banded together to save a long-time business from becoming another boarded-up casualty.
A new view from the saddle: Midland Police introduce mounted patrol
Midland’s first-ever mounted patrol unit is bringing a quieter, more approachable form of policing to community events, creating new opportunities for connection.
Neighbors lead the way in Southwest Michigan tornado recovery
The storm spawned four tornadoes across Lower Michigan, ranging from EF-0 to EF-3 intensity.
Peer support groups help people with disabilities find community
Disability Network Northern Michigan programs help participants build friendships, gain confidence, and feel less alone through peer support and shared experiences.
Battle Creek turns housing into a benefit for early childhood educators
A new initiative in Battle Creek will provide rent-free housing and a pathway to homeownership for early childhood educators, aiming to boost compensation, stabilize the workforce, and address the financial challenges facing one of the lowest-paid professions.
More Than a Base: The unfading shadow of the U.P.’s K.I. Sawyer
At over 5,200 acres, the base’s massive size made redevelopment a challenge. However, several buildings have since been successfully repurposed, and a portion of the site now thrives as the Marquette Sawyer Regional Airport.
Ticket to Work helps people with disabilities return to work safely
The program offers guidance and support so people with disabilities can work without losing benefits, addressing fears, complexity, and financial instability.
Michigan Food Club Network names leader to expand innovative model
Lura Barber leads statewide Food Club Network expansion, scaling grocery-style access model that improves food choice, dignity, and community-driven solutions.
Northern Michigan school goes ‘no screens’ to boost literacy. Is it the right approach?
Mesick Elementary School's decision to cut screens has attracted the attention of neighboring school districts.
Glazed and Grilled: The merger of Cops & Doughnuts and Halo Burger
Cops & Doughnuts famously began in 2009 when nine local police officers banded together to save a long-time business from becoming another boarded-up casualty.
A new view from the saddle: Midland Police introduce mounted patrol
Midland’s first-ever mounted patrol unit is bringing a quieter, more approachable form of policing to community events, creating new opportunities for connection.
Neighbors lead the way in Southwest Michigan tornado recovery
The storm spawned four tornadoes across Lower Michigan, ranging from EF-0 to EF-3 intensity.
Peer support groups help people with disabilities find community
Disability Network Northern Michigan programs help participants build friendships, gain confidence, and feel less alone through peer support and shared experiences.
Battle Creek turns housing into a benefit for early childhood educators
A new initiative in Battle Creek will provide rent-free housing and a pathway to homeownership for early childhood educators, aiming to boost compensation, stabilize the workforce, and address the financial challenges facing one of the lowest-paid professions.
