On tap: annual Michigan Rural Health Conference

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.

Genesee Health Systems "Top Workplace" award
Genesee Health System earns “Top Workplace” award

Genesee Health System has earned the Energage 2023 Top Workplaces USA award. The award is made solely on the basis of employee feedback.

Dr. Lynn Todman and Dr. Willie Lawrence at the Center for Better Health and Wellness.
Center for Better Health and Wellness tackles health disparities beyond COVID in Benton Harbor

Established to address COVID-19-related health disparities, the center has pivoted to address additional unique health needs in predominantly Black Benton Harbor.

U.P. Food Exchange celebrates 10 years of supporting local foods, farms

Ten years ago this month, the U.P. Food Exchange formed as an agricultural hub to connect local and varied food projects in the Upper Penisula. The U.P. Food Exchange has been working to improve access to local food and educate consumers, businesses and farmers about the importance of a healthy local food system.  

The former elementary school is the home of Advanced Blending Solutions. The school underwent a $2.5 million renovation.
Back to school: Entrepreneur turns his former elementary school into his company offices

Advanced Blending Solutions in Wallace has a unique ‘true north’ origin story. In a serendipitous move back to his hometown, Mike Rasner purchased his former elementary school and transformed the building into his company’s official headquarters and manufacturing operations.

Julia Petersen
Petersen tapped for TNC Keweenaw leadership

“Julia Petersen has worn so many different hats throughout her career that she was a natural fit to take on the project manager role for a multi-faceted project like the Keweenaw Heartlands,” said Helen Taylor, state director for The Nature Conservancy in Michigan.

The Irish Boat Shop hosted a group of students from Great Lakes Boat Building School at its downtown Harbor Springs location in early March.
Boat-building school partners to promote marine careers

“We have a long history in this area and a great reputation within the industry, and it has been difficult to find well-trained and qualified technicians. That’s why we have partnered with the Great Lakes Boat Building School to support the education that they are providing to our future workforce," says Laura Kohler, human resource manager at Irish Boat Shop.

The proposed Back Forty mine location compared to other mines and metal deposits in the U.P. and Wisconsin.
Tribal effort to preserve historic site delayed

Tribal members call the area “Anaem Omot,” which translates to “Dog’s Belly,” and is near archeological remains of indigenous burial mounds, dance circles and ancient agricultural evidence.

Sawyer Auger, "It's OK to not be OK"
Community mental health brings Sawyer Auger to Sanilac County: “It’s OK to not be OK”

The Sawyer Auger “It’s OK to not be OK” Tour stops in Sandusky May 26 for a free concert aimed at eliminating stigma around mental illness.  

AAoM Autism Hero Walk
Community mental health in action: 5K stomps out stigma

Mental Health Foundation of West Michigan 5K invites those who walk in unity with loved ones who have died by suicide, those who have their own mental health battles, and those who simply want to raise awareness. Participants include those who walk in unity with loved ones who have died by suicide, those who have their own mental health battles, and those who simply want to raise awareness.  

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