Central Region

Stefanie Stauffer and Ryan Padgett are urban farmers in Ann Arbor.

The secret(s) to sustainable urban farms

Urban agriculture, once a buzz-y idea for transforming vacant spaces, has taken root in cities across America. Now, cities and farmers are thinking about how to make the movement sustainable year-round and long-term.

A portabella mushroom burger is one of the menu items at Andy's Diner in Escanaba.
Andy’s Diner opens in Escanaba

A new diner in downtown Escanaba is offering up classic American fare with a chef's twist on the menu. 

Michigan is covered in maple trees, yet few are used in syrup production.
Michigan farms keep eye on demand for natural maple syrup

A U.P. business wants to be the solution to the supply problem for natural, organic maple syrup, which is in high demand lately.

Teach For America Detroit's Danielle Stringer, Peter Grace, Kammy Webb and Latoya Asaya.
Why teacher diversity matters in Michigan

If the teacher standing at the front of the classroom is a good teacher, does it matter what race he or she is? The answer seems to be yes, at least for achievements by students of color.

Mama Cow's Ice Cream in Chatham.
New ice cream store opens in Alger County

A new ice cream store, Mama Cow's, is open in Chatham.

A new physician has joined the staff.
Dickinson County Health System hires new internist

A new physician is accepting primary care and other patients in Iron Mountain.

GLCYD board of directors members Trevor Witty, left, and Hailee Petosky during GLCYD's RISE U.P. for Youth.
Area students turn social deficits into assets

With the help of a Kellogg grant, the Great Lakes Center for Youth Development and young people throughout the U.P. have been combining imagination with innovation to meet the needs of youths in their communities.

The owners of CrossFit 906.
CrossFit 906 cuts ribbon on new place

CrossFit 906 has a new home in Ishpeming.

Java Bay Coffee Shop
Java Bay holds grand opening in Marquette

A L'Anse coffee shop has opened a location in Marquette. 

Aaron Payment of the Sault Tribe.
Sault Tribe chair named to national council

Sault Tribe chairperson Aaron Payment will serve on an advisory council appointed by President Obama.

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