Students run a farm stand as part of Partridge Creek Farm's farm to school program in Ishpeming.

Michigan programs empower kids to be community health leaders

When kids take the reins, health and wellness programs take off in new and wonderful directions that the adults in charge would never have anticipated. 

Local culinary legends create a “stir” at Mt. Pleasant restaurant

International Nights from the Yin Yang Chefs at STIR Craft Cocktails & Modern Kitchen have returned! Hear from Chef Cindy Walz about their tradition that brings tastes from around the world to Mt. Pleasant, featuring local produce and meats. Plus, discover her advice on healthy meal planning.

Fourth of July firework safety and City ordinance reminders

As we approach the 4th of July holiday in Mt. Pleasant, the City of Mt. Pleasant is reminding residents of firework safety and ordinances within the city limits. Discover when and where to discharge consumer fireworks this weekend.

Cyndy Hund, pictured here with her husband Mike, quit her job due to her dementia symptoms – but it still took her another four years to get a diagnosis.
PODCAST: No more “diagnose and adios”: Rethinking dementia diagnosis

Getting a dementia diagnosis can be a challenging, years-long process. Here's how Michiganders living with dementia and those who care for them are working to change that.

Shawn Edwards, GHS senior director of engagement, diversity, and inclusion
“No-wrong-door” policy welcomes immigrants at Genesee Health System

Immigrants and refugees often face stressors that impact their mental health. Michigan’s community mental health agencies can help.

Washtenaw County CMH staff. Top row L-R: Valerie Bass, Dr. Montgomery Brower, Andrew Grier, Shad Jordan. Bottom row l-R: Shannon Ellis, Margaret Carmalt, Angela Burchard, Jeff Beckley, Melisa Tasker
Regional Health Collaboratives improving access to behavioral health services

Regional Health Collaboratives are a model for improving a region’s wellbeing and unnecessary medical costs through collaboration and systems change. 

Students participate in the LIFT-UP program.
Students help ensure farm sustainability and bring local food to cafeterias in UP program

The LIFT-UP program gives students a pivotal role in identifying and addressing barriers to expanding local produce in school cafeterias.

Indoor axe throwing and corn hole entertainment venue coming this fall to Mt. Pleasant

Get ready to unleash your inner Viking! Valhalla Indoor Axe Throwing is coming this fall to Mt. Pleasant, offering axe-throwing adrenaline activities as well as corn hole and arcade games.

Mt. Pleasant Municipal Airport courtesy vehicle increases business throughout the area

A police car from the City’s fleet has been redesigned and repurposed to provide transportation for visiting flight crews and pilots throughout town from the Mt. Pleasant Municipal Airport–significantly raising awareness of the airport and its amenities for commercial and private pilots. Learn more.

PODCAST: Dementia is not a death sentence

As we kick off the second season of the Michigan's State of Health podcast, we'll introduce you to some of the Michiganders who are working to reframe dementia – including people who are living with dementia themselves.

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