Angie Gullekson, MPH,CPS.TTS, community Health Coordinator at Di.strict Health Department #10

Public health campaigns aim to keep kids safe from Marijuana poisoning

As more adults use marijuana, the downside is more young children are ending up with marijuana poisoning. Here's how Michigan's local health departments are keeping them safe.

Mark Witte
CCBHCs extend mental health care to more Michiganders despite challenges

Michigan was added to the country's list of certified community behavioral health clinic (CCBHC) demonstration states back in the summer of 2020, with 29 counties throughout the lower peninsula operating CCBHCs through their community mental health agencies.

A birds-eye view of downtown Sandusky (Photo/City of Sandusky)
Shores & Islands Ohio region sets record for travel and tourism

More than $3 billion in tourism sales was generated in Erie and Ottawa counties in 2023.

New ownership brings family passion to Pulp Juice and Smoothie Bar in Perkins Township

Melissa and Jason Perry are the new owners of Pulp Juice and Smoothie Bar - Sandusky.

Hoop Street Screenwriter and Executive Producer Teresa Dickerson and Director Princeton James on set.
‘Memphis is the perfect place to film a movie’: Independent film crew abounds with Memphis talent

“Memphis is the perfect place to film a movie,” says Princeton James. “We have a wealth of talent that needs to be showcased.“

A dog’s tale:

Tammy Pusateri Puckrin shares her inspiring journey of giving a loving home to Gennie Marie, a three-legged pitbull-dalmatian mix rescued from a tragic past in her book "The Adventures of a Deaf Tri-Paw.”   

Summer serenity:

“I had this vision for the speakeasy to take it back to the early days of Lonz,” Wolnik says. “I was trying to get something that would tell the history of the property. It really is complemented by the mansion restoration.”

Dentist, Dr. Gina Tischendorf, takes a final peak at Giovanni's teeth.
New public health program improves oral health for Michigan’s children

To address childhood tooth decay, the Michigan Department of Human Health Services (MDHHS) launched the Kindergartener’s Oral Health Assessment Program (KOHA).    

Marquette Rising: Outdoor recreation and intentional development fuel growth
Dwayne Chaffen and Rick Askew co-founded Grindhouse Coffee in 2019.
How U of M student-athletes are getting a jolt of support from this Memphis coffee roaster

"At Memphis Grindhouse Coffee, we believe in the power of community and supporting local initiatives,” says Rick Askew, co-founder of Memphis Grindhouse Coffee.

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