Michigan’s breastfeeding networks educate parents, address disparities, advocate for parent rights
Support networks for breastfeeding parents are helping more little Michiganders get their best start in life.
Filmmaker returns to Marquette to showcase Michigan slopes
"Everything was all about going out west, that's where the people were. This whole film is my goal to inspire people to stay here. We have the terrain and the culture. This is a celebration of what's already here,” filmmaker Mike King said.
Ironwood and other rural towns embrace placemaking
Ironwood is among the many communities working to improve their cores to attract new residents, businesses and tourists.
Cruise line adds Escanaba as port
“Escanaba is such a unique touchpoint of the region, and our rich history and proximity to nature caters to the endless travel experiences American Queen Voyages seeks during their journey," said Vickie Micheau, executive director of Delta County Chamber of Commerce.
St. Ignace hospital plans $10 million expansion
The new 20,000-square-foot building will provide badly needed space for business and administrative offices. Groundbreaking is scheduled for June, with completion of expected in 2024.
Erwin Township museum connects past to future
Looking to save a piece of its past, Erwin Township found a way to serve the future as well. A preserved schoolhouse will be the centerpiece of a six-acre park, with plans calling for recreational activities and other amenities.
Michigan’s community mental health and law enforcement agencies team up to keep people out of jail
As awareness about how policing and mental health intersect grows across the state, more Michigan counties are involving community mental health agencies in law enforcement response and diverting people who are simply experiencing symptoms of mental illness from jail.
Upper Peninsula program helps moms with opioid use disorder have healthier pregnancies
The program's goal is to identify and address the social determinant of health needs that create barriers for women with opioid use disorder.
Copper Peak jumps to the future
Supporters of returning Copper Peak to the world of ski jumping are raising the last of the millions of dollars needed to revamp the iconic structure outside Ironwood.
Michigan Tech’s Winter Carnival begins
"With this year’s food theme, we took on a new adventure of accepting external vendors,” said Jum Dlugos, president of the MTU Blue Key National Honor Society. “The preliminary list of participating eateries includes The Forge, Chicago Beefs and Jim’s Pizza. We will still have the favorites everyone loves, including pasties, chili, the Huskies Pep Band’s fried foods and Guardians of the North (Air Force ROTC)’s pancake breakfast.”
