Detroit nonprofit serving LGBTQ+ older adults adopts new name reflecting statewide focus
The Ferndale-based nonprofit MiGen is working to create safer, healthier communities for LGBTQ+ older adults across Michigan.
Wood Shop Social is awarded 2023 Best Small Business at MCSB Gala
As Wood Shop Social approaches their one-year anniversary in Mt. Pleasant, the restaurant is awarded as a 2023 Best Small Business at the annual Michigan Celebrates Small Business Gala.
Partner Partner Content Active communities are healthier communities
Michigan Fitness Foundation’s Promoting Active Communities assessment offers a set of online tools to help Michigan communities create safe places for people to be active.
Michigan’s community mental health agencies take action to reduce stigma around getting care
During May, which is Mental Health Awareness Month, many Michigan CMHs are offering opportunities to take action to "stomp out stigma" that prevents Michiganders from seeking mental health care.
Shepherd’s 2023 Maple Syrup Festival brings in big crowds with continued tradition
A tradition in Shepherd, Michigan since 1958, the Shepherd Maple Syrup Festival is celebrated across the central Michigan region. The 2023 festival was held Thursday, April 27 through Sunday, April 30. The diverse schedule of events included a classic car show, a pancake-eating contest, a midway carnival, quilt show, two parades, and performances by a host of local and visiting arts and performing groups.
Special report: Michigan prepares for a rapidly aging population by becoming more “age-friendly”
We took a look at several Michigan initiatives that are working to create new age-friendly support systems as the state ages.
Connecting Mt. Pleasant with Korean culture through food, art, and conversation
The artwork adorning Jib-Bob Korean Restaurant’s front lawn is just the start of the cultural experience diners are exposed to at this downtown Mt. Pleasant restaurant. Owner Maya Denslow seeks to bring understanding of Korean culture through authentic food, art, and conversation.
The Mt. Pleasant School of Rock tour returns with more than music
What happens to musicians after they’ve received one-on-one instruction at Mount Pleasant Music Studio? They might be matched with a band! And lucky for Mt. Pleasant residents, those bands are back touring the area as the School of Rock tour returns for their 29th season with entertainment at local venues across the region this Spring.
24-hour fundraising event Give Local Isabella returns May 2
The Mt. Pleasant Area Community Foundation is bringing back their annual Give Local Isabella event for 24-hours of fundraising. All funds raised will go directly to local non-profit organizations. Learn more about this event and how to donate.
Genesee Health System earns “Top Workplace” award
Genesee Health System has earned the Energage 2023 Top Workplaces USA award. The award is made solely on the basis of employee feedback.
