Representatives from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, IFF, KConnect, First Steps Kent, and Grand Rapids Public Schools were among those sharing at the event.

Report highlights need for more and more equitable early childhood care and education

WKKF, IFF, KConnect, and First Steps Kent met with other stakeholders to discuss a report that found 20,500 additional slots are needed to meet the Kent County’s demand for childcare.

Get vaccinated for the holidays!

As families gather for the holidays, getting vaccinated is especially important. That’s why the Autism Alliance of Michigan (AAoM) helps prepare patients for vaccinations through communication, education, and accurate information. 

How ‘Incubation’ kitchens are helping food entrepreneurs affordably scale their businesses

Three Michigan nonprofits are providing support to food entrepreneurs, from access to commercial kitchens to local food systems, to help them launch their business more affordably and sustainably. 

Dr. Jennifer Burgess.
Despite its conveniences, telehealth can be frustrating. These doctors are working to change that.

Telemedicine may be confusing, frustrating, or straight-up inaccessible for many patients – so Henry Ford Health practitioners are working to create an easier experience for all.

Big projects ahead in downtown Munising

Two-multimillion-dollar projects will bring much-needed housing and commercial development to Munising, the gateway to Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. 

Snowboarders at Mont Ripley. Photo courtesy of Alyssa Dupuis
Michigan’s oldest ski area plans improvements

Mont Ripley Ski Area, unique among Michigan alpine destinations, has launched a fund-raising campaign to expand its long-standing chalet and make other improvements.

Keweenaw Bay seafood company pledges to use 100% of fish caught by 2025

"I'm excited to explore other options to eliminate the waste produced with commercial fishing,” said Paul Smith, Owner of First Catch LLC. “As an indigenous business owner, the environment is always a concern. Currently, most of our waste is used to fertilizer for our community garden, while some of it we use as a snack for our personal flock of ducks and chickens."

The Chemical Sciences and Engineering building at Michigan Tech.
Michigan Tech receives $5M grant for building upgrades

“The Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow Foundation continues to see the potential in our students and is helping to advance Michigan Tech as a premier national university positioned to lead the nation in the Fourth Industrial Revolution,” said Rick Koubek, president of Michigan Technological University.

Natalie Visser, an assistant supervisor for MOKA, left, and Tracy share a warm embrace during a life skills session on cooking at a MOKA site in Wyoming.
Recruiting direct care workers a challenge for Michigan’s adult foster care homes

The Community Mental Health Association of Michigan found that adult foster care homes and other agencies are struggling to recruit and maintain workers in part due to higher wages in alternative occupations.

Right here in Michigan, Detroit’s pre-K programs are among the best.
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