U.P. tour helps historical communities build a stronger economic future
Michigan Municipal League travels north to share resources for small business development.
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CEDAM’s new guide helps communities use tax incentives for housing
CEDAM has released a new housing TIF guide to help Michigan communities understand and apply tax increment financing as a tool to support local housing development and affordability goals.
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How Enbridge’s community grants power Michigan’s future
Endbridge's Fueling Futures program helps fund education, workforce development, emergency services, and environmental conservation.
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.
More Than Medicine: How Michigan’s rural hospitals anchor their communities
Rural hospitals are the heartbeat of their small towns, often serving as the primary economic engine and the largest employer in the region.
New mixed-use housing project coming to Marquette’s Washington Street
Plans call for a 16,150-square-foot building featuring two commercial suites, underground parking, and 11 residential units.
New Life in Old Halls: Transforming Finlandia University’s former buildings for a vibrant future
Most of the university’s buildings have been sold. Some are being renovated into apartments and commercial space. Others will become event venues and a community hub.
Crowdfunding helps public projects in the U.P. and rural Michigan
A crowdfunding platform for civic-minded projects has helped dozens of communities across Michigan.
Rural Leadership Fellows boost development projects in the U.P.
The program aims to encourage students to pursue careers in the U.P.
OPINION: Here is one solution for the problem of social media and political violence
The intensity of America’s political culture that factored into the assassination of conservative influencer Charlie Kirk has intensified the scrutiny of the role of social media.
CEDAM’s new guide helps communities use tax incentives for housing
CEDAM has released a new housing TIF guide to help Michigan communities understand and apply tax increment financing as a tool to support local housing development and affordability goals.
Partner Partner Content How Enbridge’s community grants power Michigan’s future
Endbridge's Fueling Futures program helps fund education, workforce development, emergency services, and environmental conservation.
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.
More Than Medicine: How Michigan’s rural hospitals anchor their communities
Rural hospitals are the heartbeat of their small towns, often serving as the primary economic engine and the largest employer in the region.
New mixed-use housing project coming to Marquette’s Washington Street
Plans call for a 16,150-square-foot building featuring two commercial suites, underground parking, and 11 residential units.
New Life in Old Halls: Transforming Finlandia University’s former buildings for a vibrant future
Most of the university’s buildings have been sold. Some are being renovated into apartments and commercial space. Others will become event venues and a community hub.
Crowdfunding helps public projects in the U.P. and rural Michigan
A crowdfunding platform for civic-minded projects has helped dozens of communities across Michigan.
Rural Leadership Fellows boost development projects in the U.P.
The program aims to encourage students to pursue careers in the U.P.
OPINION: Here is one solution for the problem of social media and political violence
The intensity of America’s political culture that factored into the assassination of conservative influencer Charlie Kirk has intensified the scrutiny of the role of social media.
