Partner Partner Content Community foundations, nonprofit lenders blending strengths
A growing partnership model between community foundations and nonprofit lenders is expanding investment power in Michigan's small businesses.
Myconaut: Voyagers in the uncharted world of Fungi
A pair of wild mushroom foragers have transformed their passion into a startup in Marquette. Myconaut not only provides tasty mushrooms to local eateries but also is working to develop technologies that use fungi for toxin remediation.
Partner Partner Content Autism Alliance of Michigan trip to the U.P. shared training and health care opportunities
The Autism Alliance of Michigan team traveled to Michigan’s western Upper Peninsula to provide free trainings and health care services for people living with autism, their families, and the communities where they live.
Home-based early childhood educators weigh in on PreK for All
A common concern about PreK for All that came up during listening sessions was the role of home-based childcare and early education providers.
Ishpeming campground pays homage to local history
Ishpeming is home to a new rustic campground. Named after a once-famous ski jump, Brasswire Campground also taps into the local mountain biking phenomenon. Campground trails connect to others in the region and are expected to attract bikers on overnight trips.
U.P.’s only VA medical center wins national award
“From my first day here as the director, it has been obvious to me that our staff is just different,” said John P. Shealey, director of the Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center. “They take a lot of pride in the mission and are dedicated to the Veterans and family members they are serving.”
NMU, MTU see student enrollment increases
“It says a lot about Northern being an attractive option for students from near and far, and supports the value-added factor we work so hard to provide them while they’re here," said Brock Tessman, president of Northern Michigan University.
As a CCBHC, OnPoint offers services to all, regardless of income or insurance coverage
OnPoint is one of 34 Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics in the state of Michigan.
Michigan’s foster children face mental health challenges – but these agencies set them up to succeed
All foster children experience some form of trauma, but Michigan's child and family service agencies are working to provide the mental health services foster kids desperately need.
Buono! Strega Nonna’s Italian fare enchants diners in Negaunee
With a love for snow and affection for her hometown, 34-year-old Rachael Grossman returned to her roots to open an Italian bar -- Strega Nonna. She's winning over foodies and visitors with her authentic cuisine and also creating a destination in Negaunee's downtown.
