An ambitious vision, the Triangle Trail would connect more than a dozen communities. It’s making progress.
The 42-mile path would improve access to recreational opportunities in communities through the Mill Creek Valley.
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.
Where county officials say local elections are secure despite Trump calls to ‘nationalize’ them
Washtenaw County elections officials say they're well-prepared to protect against fraud in this year's midterms and any other election. We interviewed them about their system and President Trump's statement that elections should be "nationalize[d]."
Leadership program helps dental directors improve care in underserved communities
Program supports dental leaders in Ohio, Michigan, and Indiana with skills to manage clinics, improve care, and advocate for underserved patients.
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.
Dolores Huerta feared speaking about her abuse for years; the farmworkers she advocates for understand
They grapple with a system where their income, housing or immigration status may depend on supervisors who perpetuate sexual violence without oversight.
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.
Drop in opioid overdose deaths nears 50% since 2023
“We’re seeing things you would expect — like reductions in emergency department visits and reductions in Medicaid costs. But we’re also seeing a positive impact on violent crime and recidivism.
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.
Students are speaking up. And schools are listening.
The Gratiot-Isabella RESD Student Leadership Community initiative empowers students from 12 area schools to develop leadership and collaboration skills while elevating student voices to better inform and strengthen local education experiences.
