Proactive zoning attracts new businesses to Kingsford
Rezoning abandoned retail sites for more expansive business uses attracted new companies to those locations in Kingsford, a small community in Dickinson County.
Partner Partner Content Simple accommodations can eliminate barriers to health care
Because equal and quality access to care is so important, making sure medical practices improve access and accommodations for people with autism is a crucial goal of the Autism Alliance of Michigan (AAoM).
Una nueva página web simplifica la búsqueda de transporte público accesible en Michigan
Una de las barreras de la comunidad de discapacitados para acceder a las vacunas COVID ha sido el transporte. En respuesta, Disability Rights Michigan ha presentado una guía interactiva para ayudar a los usuarios a desenvolverse en el complejo sistema de transporte del estado.
Community land trusts make home ownership possible for more Michiganders
Michigan has a huge housing shortage. To address this need, many communities are utilizing community land trusts, like ICCF, to ensure affordable homeownership for generations to come.
Keep an eye on these outdoor rec startups
Outdoor recreation is big business -- in Michigan and across the country. And advances in technology and good old ingenuity are changing the landscape of outdoor recreation. Check out these startups and see if you don't want to get back outdoors and explore nature.
NMU partnership boosts mental health efforts
“There’s an extreme shortage of professionals in the Upper Peninsula who can provide mental health care and addiction treatment or manage medication,” said Amy Poirier, PMHNP clinical coordinator at Northern Michigan University. “Upon completion of this program, graduates will be eligible to take the certification exam and provide all of these services.
Artists needed to repaint Marquette murals
“It's exciting to reach this phase of the project, to repaint the words with new designs” says Tiina Morin, Marquette's Arts & Culture manager. “The project is designed for the murals to have a lifespan of 3-4 years. By repainting them, we are able to provide local artists with more opportunities to contribute to our city’s public art collection.”
Michigan Center for Rural Health conference on tap this week
The Michigan Center for Rural Health holds its annual conference next week in Mount Pleasant. The two-day conference brings those working in rural health together to discuss a variety of issues in rural health, network and collaborate.
Starry, starry night: U.P.’s second annual Dark Sky Festival embraces the night skies
The second annual Upper Peninsula Dark Sky Festival drew a significant number of people interested in celestial activities and bright stars. The festival is part of the growing astro tourism in Michigan and across the country.
Community health needs assessments drive priorities for local health departments and hospitals
To better serve their communities, many health departments and hospitals undertake community health needs assessments (CHNA) by surveying the people they serve.
