Matt Perkins often will make Michigan Harvest of the Month™ recipes at home. Some of the family's favorite recipes are a sweet potato hash and homemade salsa.

Michigan Harvest of the Month™ instills healthy habits in class, at home, and for life

Michigan Harvest of the Month™ materials educate children about fruits and vegetables through materials including posters, recipe cards, food tasting activities, and an online recipe collection. 

A Food Bank of Eastern Michigan distribution at the Martus Luna Food Pantry in Flint.
Emergency food programs are plentiful in Michigan – but many residents are still going hungry

A new report provides a comprehensive look at the state's vast system of food banks and emergency food resources, and why many residents are still falling through the cracks.

Victoria Kintner-Duffy sits on her porch in Central Gardens with her daughter. Her daughter is 6 1/2 years old and was diagnosed with autism at 4. Kintner-Duffy said it's been a years-long process to get a diagnosed and proper support. (Ziggy Mack)
Memphis mom and SCS share challenges and successes of special education in the pandemic
Youth Villages hosting virtual info series for job openings in Memphis, across 10 states
22-year-old Brelia Renee, singer-songwriter and dancer, has made waves throughout the community with incredible vocals, stellar performances.
Flint’s R&B songstress, Brelia Renee, makes waves with debut single and a powerful voice

It was essential to Renee, especially in a COVID-19 world, to showcase “good vibes, and good feelings.” It's those things that matter, and why family support means everything.

Manistique Community Treehouse organizer is a force of, and for, nature

COVID-19 setbacks and losses have not been able to diminish the optimism of neighborhood innovator Tammy Black. The Jefferson Chalmers resident is drawing on the strength of her community to sustain plans for the construction of a treehouse community center and advocate for horticultural therapy. 

How the science of staying ahead of COVID-19 outbreaks starts with a plumber

Eighteen Michigan laboratories are collaborating with dozens of municipalities and health departments to detect COVID-19 outbreaks before local health care systems are overwhelmed. In West Michigan, the effort involves molecular biologists, waste water experts, interns, and a plumber.

Erin Barrett holds a walking trail sign in Ludington.
New project encourages Baldwin and Ludington residents to get active in their own neighborhoods

New wayfinding signs are encouraging public housing residents to get out and walk routes in their neighborhoods, as part of a greater effort to promote physical activity and healthier lifestyles. 

Products from Elle's Elixirs will be featured in the BOXLOT holiday market today and tomorrow. (Submitted, Elle's Elixirs)
Shop local, shop safe with these virtual holiday markets
Homes in Lea's Woods (Ziggy Mack)
Free virtual home inspections help Memphians fight winter utility costs

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