More and more people in the Binghamton area are taking to streets, on bikes restored through the Carpenter Art Garden’s Build-A-Bike program, thanks to donations from Pedaltown Bicycle Company and Victory Bicycle Studio.
Students at the Department of City and Regional Planning focus on the Memphis 3.0 master plan.
Entrepreneur Ayele Akibulan is reviving his father’s business legacy by re-opening the Kemet Nu bookstore property as an internet cafe, employment hub and casual restaurant.
How are rural foundations across the state approaching economic development? We’re sharing success stories right here in Michigan, with a look at how can the philanthropic sector break down barriers that make it challenging for employees to be successful in the workforce? Find out what Pennies from Heaven Foundation did to help.
"My goal is to look at the opportunities that exist ... how can we improve the neighborhood and at the same time how can we improve Memphis?" For artist Yancy Villa-Calvo, the planning process for Memphis 3.0 is an opportunity to explore, discover, highlight, share and dream about Memphis. You can find her in Crosstown Concourse the next few weeks talking to Memphians about what makes the city special. Follow her work here.
The infill project sits just around the corner from the large-scale Central Station mixed-use redevelopment and future Malco movie theater.
How are rural foundations across the state approaching economic development? We’re sharing success stories right here in Michigan, starting with a look at the Sturgis Foundation's efforts to revitalize neighborhoods.
"I've always given back to the community, listened to the people. Because the people are very important. And it paid off." That's why they call Ms. Hazel Moore the "Mayor of Whitehaven." It's a title she earned after years of community service.
For residents of Orange Mound, the Kroger on Lamar Avenue offers access to prescription medication, banking services and healthy food. With Kroger set to close the store on February 3, the community rallies for reinvestment.
For our first issue of 2018, we turn the lens on our contributors who lend their voice and vision to our online magazine.
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