Thanks to the annual United Way of Gratiot & Isabella Counties Stuff the Bus campaign, this year over 500 elementary classrooms throughout Isabella and Gratiot counties will be receiving gift cards over the next two weeks, along with a goody bag for their classrooms that includes basic supplies such as scissors or crayons.
Many of Michigan’s migrant farm workers risk injuries, illness, and chronic disease, which often go untreated. State and nonprofit programs are available to help.
A wealth of knowledge is available from other states and cities in building a universal preschool program for Michigan.
Collaborations between community mental health and law enforcement are helping people with mental health issues get the help they need and stay out of jail.
The Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation program sends trained early childhood consultants to daycare settings and preschools to help caregivers better meet children's needs.
A new consulting firm in Mt. Pleasant aims to empower employees and leaders with knowledge and skills to navigate the complexities of today’s workplace. By delivering evidence-based educational solutions, Ambridge Workforce Solutions equips organizations with the most up-to-date and scientifically supported information.
Community mental health supports students as they go back to school.
The Michigan Municipal League is working to narrow the gender gap in the leadership posts in municipal government. Its Women's Municipal Leadership Program has helped women across the state rise to higher leadership positions in local government. The program has become a national model.
Food clubs are small nonprofit grocery stores that make healthy food available to low-income families at a truly affordable price.
The Bird Bar and Grill hosted a party 90 years in the making Saturday, July 29, 2023. Epicenter photojournalist Dan Gaken was there to capture it all. Learn more about the history of downtown Mt. Pleasant’s beloved bar and recap the celebration in this photo essay.
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