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Improved child care spaces building stronger beginnings for Detroit families
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From Pews to Pints: Why some rural Michigan churches are reopening as breweries
The desire to keep existing churches and historical buildings intact has motivated and inspired a number of Michigan’s 400 licensed brewery owners.Â
How a community dance movement fuels connection, wellness and economy
Backyard Boots & Beats is not only bringing people together through line dancing—it’s creating consistent foot traffic, supporting local venues, and building an ecosystem where community-driven entrepreneurship can thrive.
At 11 years old, this author is helping kids see themselves in his stories
The 11-year-old isn’t much older than many of his audiences, but to them he represents something bigger — proof that their ideas matter and their dreams are within reach.
How polling failures, gambling legalization and political gridlock paved the way for the explosive rise of prediction markets
On prediction markets such as Kalshi and Polymarket, users can stake real money on just about anything. But this isn’t simple entertainment: In theory, these wagers serve as a means of collecting the public’s insights into the future.
Recast Leaders aim to revitalize local economies
This Recast City program has worked with more than 200 cities in 44 states over the past 11 years.
Independent bookstores succeed by playing to their strengths
Despite the collapse of the big-box bookstore, local independent stores have successfully emphasized community, tactile experience, curation, and collaboration.
Nearly $300K in Seed Awards bolster Michigan’s local food and farming
Nearly $300,000 in Seed Awards from the Michigan Good Food Fund will support 18 food and farm businesses across Michigan, helping small, locally rooted operations grow and improve food access.
New campaign seeks to reduce Michigan businesses’ food waste by doubling food donations
A new initiative led by the nonprofit Michigan Sustainable Business Forum is seeking to double the amount of food that Michigan businesses donate to food banks and rescues.
Improved child care spaces building stronger beginnings for Detroit families
Stronger ECE Spaces is helping child care providers stabilize and improve facilities.
From Pews to Pints: Why some rural Michigan churches are reopening as breweries
The desire to keep existing churches and historical buildings intact has motivated and inspired a number of Michigan’s 400 licensed brewery owners.Â
How a community dance movement fuels connection, wellness and economy
Backyard Boots & Beats is not only bringing people together through line dancing—it’s creating consistent foot traffic, supporting local venues, and building an ecosystem where community-driven entrepreneurship can thrive.
At 11 years old, this author is helping kids see themselves in his stories
The 11-year-old isn’t much older than many of his audiences, but to them he represents something bigger — proof that their ideas matter and their dreams are within reach.
How polling failures, gambling legalization and political gridlock paved the way for the explosive rise of prediction markets
On prediction markets such as Kalshi and Polymarket, users can stake real money on just about anything. But this isn’t simple entertainment: In theory, these wagers serve as a means of collecting the public’s insights into the future.
Recast Leaders aim to revitalize local economies
This Recast City program has worked with more than 200 cities in 44 states over the past 11 years.
Independent bookstores succeed by playing to their strengths
Despite the collapse of the big-box bookstore, local independent stores have successfully emphasized community, tactile experience, curation, and collaboration.
Nearly $300K in Seed Awards bolster Michigan’s local food and farming
Nearly $300,000 in Seed Awards from the Michigan Good Food Fund will support 18 food and farm businesses across Michigan, helping small, locally rooted operations grow and improve food access.
New campaign seeks to reduce Michigan businesses’ food waste by doubling food donations
A new initiative led by the nonprofit Michigan Sustainable Business Forum is seeking to double the amount of food that Michigan businesses donate to food banks and rescues.
