Coverage of green innovations, and climate and environment issues and developments, especially those told by local voices and that offer solutions for community concerns.
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources partnered with the Grand Traverse Regional Community Foundation to establish a first-of-its-kind $670,000 stewardship endowment.
Black Rock Crossing in Marquette, a partnership between Woda Cooper Companies and the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community, addresses regional housing shortages with 50 affordable units.
Houghton has been recognized as the first "Bird City" in the U.P., achieving "High Flyer" status for its commitment to conservation and habitat protection.
Crystal Falls-based Connor Sports has been the official court supplier of the NCAA Final Four since 2006.
Marquette residents Bill and Dea Danly worked with the Community Foundation of Marquette County to establish the fund.
Administered by the Community Foundation of Marquette, a new fund will support maintenance of the popular Noquemanon Trail Network.
The partnership with Great Lakes Tinned Fish will make Van Landschoot & Sons the primary supplier for the company’s full line of whitefish products.
Michigan’s rural residents face different challenges when accessing mental health care than residents of urban areas. Transportation issues, loneliness, and limited group therapy options can compound their mental health needs. To address these challenges, community mental health (CMH) agencies innovate community-based solutions that meet their populations where they are at.
A special fund created by the Keweenaw Community Foundation will help support local management, sustainable access and long-term care of the Keweenaw Heartlands.
Rolf Peterson, a researcher and professor emeritus at Michigan Technological University, has been honored as one of 10 Michiganians of the Year for his life-long efforts studying moose and wolves on Isle Royale National Park.
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