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Trail signs aim to make exploring easier, safer

West Michigan Trails plans consistent signs to improve navigation, accessibility, and emergency response along more than 300 miles of routes.
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Trail signs aim to make exploring easier, safer
West Michigan Trails plans consistent signs to improve navigation, accessibility, and emergency response along more than 300 miles of routes.
Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics meeting Michiganders’ needs for integrated care
CCBHCs serve Michiganders no matter what their income or insurance coverage.  
Centuries-old forest offers scientists a direct link to Michigan’s past
Lake Superior’s newly documented, centuries-old red pines feature gnarled “alligator bark” and historical fire scars that provide scientists and historians with a rare, direct link to indigenous land management practices.
Detroit Midwifery School training midwives from the community of birthing people they serve
Certified professional midwives offer additional options for birth that address racial disparities in maternal-infant mortality.
Detroit Public Schools intent on feeding kids healthy meals in face of impending SNAP cuts
Changing federal policy impacting qualifications for SNAP benefits means more Michigan families will not be able to afford food.
This neighborhood accelerator strengthens community in the digital age 
The FORT-ify Neighborhood Accelerator empowers local associations with connections to funding, resources, and face-to-face engagement opportunities to build stronger communities.
Michigan farmworkers hold onto hope amid increased immigration enforcement; nonprofits provide resources
Through Know Your Rights education, family preparedness and workplace advocacy, organizations help farmworkers navigate threats to their families and livelihoods.
From abandoned slope to natural sanctuary: Sugar Loaf opens a vibrant new chapter in Northern Michigan
The former ski resort begins a new life with the unveiling of its brand-new Summit Trail and breathtaking 360-degree autumn views.
Can “Poetry Saves Lives?” Festival shares how poetry benefits mental health
Free three-day event includes panel of local mental health professionals.
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Centuries-old forest offers scientists a direct link to Michigan’s past
Lake Superior’s newly documented, centuries-old red pines feature gnarled “alligator bark” and historical fire scars that provide scientists and historians with a rare, direct link to indigenous land management practices.
This neighborhood accelerator strengthens community in the digital age 
The FORT-ify Neighborhood Accelerator empowers local associations with connections to funding, resources, and face-to-face engagement opportunities to build stronger communities.
From abandoned slope to natural sanctuary: Sugar Loaf opens a vibrant new chapter in Northern Michigan
The former ski resort begins a new life with the unveiling of its brand-new Summit Trail and breathtaking 360-degree autumn views.
Historic properties are prime candidates for residential and mixed-use developments
The revival of legacy commercial, educational and manufacturing properties embraces sustainability, technology and adds housing.
How Trump’s immigration crackdown is harming children — including U.S. citizens
Unless the courts intervene, immigration officers can now reject applications for green cards or certain visas if applicants or their families have enrolled in federal safety net programs.
How this Thai market keeps Southeast Asian immigrants connected to home
At the Midwest Buddhist Meditation Center in Warren, Mich., a weekly Thai market helps Southeast Asian immigrants maintain cultural connections while introducing visitors to foods and traditions rarely found in local restaurants.

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