Agritourism is flourishing at farms in the U.P and lower Michigan
Farms across rural Michigan are sprouting new activities -- corn mazes, haunted barns and more -- to attract new customers and grow their businesses.
In Marquette, a new concept in childcare and education
Pediatric Therapy Team creates a partnership to provide developmental and educational childcare center on-site and open to the public.
New project aims to increase health literacy among Southeast Michigan’s older adults
A new project called "The Power of Understanding" uses proven health literacy tools to empower participants to become engaged as advocates for their own health.
WZMQ-TV broadcasts from its new home in downtown Marquette
“[The owners] thought it was really important that we’d be the only downtown television station in Marquette. They also liked the idea of taking an old building and rehabbing it,” says Brian Trauring, executive vice president for Lilly Broadcasting.
Michigan Tech approves new campus master plan; includes facility upgrades, new residence hall, more
“The campus master plan presents a collective vision from our students, staff and faculty about the future of Michigan Tech and the facilities we will put in place to support that vision,” says Rick Koubek, Michigan Tech president..
Ironwood’s Miners Park combines history and recreation
Once the site of several mines, Ironwood's Miners Memorial Heritage Park is now home to a network of trails, inviting outdoors fun and history lessons in one setting.
Partner Partner Content Dearborn nonprofit forges relationships to inspire healthy living
Dearborn-based Leaders Advancing and Helping Communities has honed the art of bringing community residents and organizations together while ensuring that the unique perspectives of Arab Americans, refugees, and immigrants have a seat at the table during the decision-making processes.
Craft beer business continues to grow in U.P.
The number of breweries continues to grow in the U.P., appeasing locals and travelers alike.
Kalamazoo symposium to address mental health disparities in Black community
Black Americans face many unique mental health challenges, including higher rates of emotional distress and lower access to behavioral health care.
Downtown Iron Mountain wins grant to help complete new public art installation project
“I firmly believe that public art brings the community together and it brings economic growth to an area. And I think that our community recognizes that,” says Mindy Meyers, program director for the Iron Mountain Downtown Development Authority.
