Michigan

Quiana Broden

Detroit foodies help to grow awareness of veganism in city’s communities of color

A number of Detroit restaurants and food businesses have opened recently that not only offer vegan options, but are trying to show the city's residents the health (and flavor) possibilities of an all-plant diet. 

New study reveals economic impact of immigrants and refugees in Kent County

Kent County’s 50,176 immigrants contributed $3.3 billion to the county’s gross domestic product in 2016. Here's how these community members are making a huge impact on the local economy.

Flint filmmaker Mike Ramsdell's newest documentary features fellow Flint native and famed pitcher Jim Abbott.
Hitting it big: Flint filmmaker Mike Ramsdell’s TV documentary tells story of pitcher Jim Abbott

"Set Apart: The Jim Abbott Story" premiers at 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 14, on FOX Sports.

Dr. Jessy Grizzle
Could robots be a job creator, instead of job taker, in Southeast Michigan?

Metro Detroit's background in manufacturing and early adoption of robotics could position the region to do well in a world where robotics and related technologies ripple out from the auto industry into an ever-expanding number of uses.

Flushing, MI - Monday, July 16, 2018: A view of a trail leading down to the Flint River at the Flushing County Park.
In Genesee County, there’s a park to suit everyone’s fancy

Everyone has different abilities and capabilities. That's why accessibility is a central focus of Genesee County Parks.

Is successful healthcare a question of culture?: Native American clinic treats the whole self

Many West Michigan Native Americans find culturally-specific treatment at the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi Health Clinic on State St. NE., where they take advantage of free health and dental care, as well as a community eager to rally around Michigan American Indians with support rooted in a shared cultural perspective.

Dr. Maureen Connolly.
Michigan’s homeless face major barriers to healthcare. Here’s how care providers are trying to help.

Many healthcare organizations across Michigan are finding creative ways to provide accessible healthcare to Michigan's most vulnerable residents, the homeless.

A journey across Michigan’s Upper Peninsula by bicycle

Second Wave writer and self-professed "troll" Mark Wedel takes us on an epic 360-mile bicycle journey across the Upper Peninsula. SPOILER: He made it, but not without some calamity.

Julia Cuneo, one of DRCC's founders, with kids
Detroit Radical Childcare Collective: Not your typical babysitters

Providing care for kids in family homes and at organized events, this group of progressive Detroiters is using a principle-driven platform to fill a gap in quality childcare needs for families.

Back to Eden Part Two: Native plant advocates work to return Grand Rapids to its food forest roots

Last week, we explored how local advocates are working to conserve native plants. This week, check out how powerful partnerships and education are helping make this happen.

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