Heartside Rising: The arts inspire growth in eclectic Grand Rapids neighborhood
The Heartside neighborhood has emerged as a burgeoning arts district in downtown Grand Rapids, and development is expected to strengthen its economic health.
Biennial event returns this November with opportunity to support local arts and conservation efforts
“The arts and conservation serve key roles in making Memphis a more inspiring place to live, work and thrive,” says David May, head of Mid-America Commercial Banking and Memphis market executive for Regions Bank.
Ribbon-cutting planned for new Storybook Trail at Memphis Botanic Garden
“The Storybook Trail program creates an enriching learning experience by combining literacy with physical activity, allowing children to connect with books while exploring the outdoors," says James Pond, GELF president and CEO.
Unique partnership brings together two Memphis businesses in support of Stax Music Academy
“Memphis is not just a music city, it’s a generous city, full of great organizations and businesses who not only bring their unique offerings to the area, but also give back to their communities,” says Pat Mitchell Worley, CEO of Soulsville Foundation.
Comprender las experiencias adversas: un paso hacia la recuperación infantil
El método de puntuación ACE está iluminando la relación entre el estrés que enfrentan los niños y que conduce a problemas de salud pública en el futuro. La conciencia de esas conexiones está creciendo en Battle Creek y en otras partes del condado de Calhoun.
Help for new arrivals to metro Detroit
Despite its name, the Chaldean Community Foundation has served clients from 59 different countries with citizenship classes, immigration assistance, and more. Programs are aimed at helping people navigate systems so they can feel at home in heir newly adopted country.
Paid sick leave and family leave are moving forward in Michigan. Here’s what’s next.
For more than a decade, Michigan advocacy groups and some legislators have been working to expand paid leave from work for Michiganders – and this year, their efforts are paying off in two major ways.
Keep Going: Zeke Johnson encourages locals with new running club
Zeke Johnson's Keep Going Running Club encourages people of all fitness levels to join the running community.
Tim Murray’s ‘Witches’ brew:
Touring comedian – whose recent marriage was the subject of a New York Times piece – talks about his complicated love for his hometown and how hiding his sexuality growing up helped inspire his current act.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Ohio faces funding shortfall:
Although Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Ohio has been forced to open fewer sites this school year due to an unexpected loss in federal funding, four locations in Erie and Huron counties will remain open this fall.
