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Longform Michael Williams, president and CEO of Orchards Children's Services, a child and family services agency with locations in Genesee, Macomb, Oakland, Washtenaw, and Wayne counties.

Michigan's foster children face mental health challenges – but these agencies set them up to succeed

Estelle SlootmakerThursday, September 21, 2023
All foster children experience some form of trauma, but Michigan's child and family service agencies are working to provide the mental health services foster kids desperately need.
Feature Story Courtesy of The Right Place

Expanding reach and promoting diversity, equity and inclusion through Tech Week

Leandra NisbetWednesday, September 20, 2023
Tech Week is in full swing and provides opportunities for education, entertainment and networking in Grand Rapids and throughout the region.
Feature Story Photo by Tyler Herbstreith

Igniting creativity, diversity and collaboration at The Spark

Leandra Nisbet and Tyler HerbstreithTuesday, September 19, 2023
Promoted as an “energetic retail space,” The Spark at Kendall College of Art and Design seeks to bring together artists and the community at large. Highlighting various mediums including art, jewelry, apparel and more, local makers now have another venue for exhibiting and selling their work.
Longform Grand Haven resident Lesa Jordan with Sheyenne Cole, a counselor in Senior Resources of West Michigan's Behavioral Health at Home program.

Behavioral health at home helps Muskegon-area older adults improve quality of life

Estelle SlootmakerThursday, September 14, 2023
Multiple organizations in the Muskegon area are bringing trained counselors to the homes of older adults who face mobility or transportation challenges.
Longform A number of financial incentives for post-secondary education help those interested in an early education career.

Michigan looks to create a better career path for early childhood educators

Joanne Bailey-BoorsmaWednesday, September 13, 2023
Improved career pathways, state incentives, and improved wages are essential to recruiting and retaining the early education workforce needed for the PreK for All roll-out.
Longform Northern Lakes Community Mental Health Authority Grayling location.

Michigan’s rural CMHs work hard on improving access to mental health resources

Sarah SpohnTuesday, September 12, 2023
MI Mental Health spoke with Northern Lakes Community Mental Health Chief Operations Officer Joanie Blamer and Sanilac County Community Mental Health CEO Wil Morris on addressing the mental health and wellness needs of rural communities.   
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Unleashing innovation: Tech Week's impact on Grand Rapids and beyond

Matthew RussellTuesday, September 12, 2023
Grand Rapids is gearing up for its annual Tech Week, where industry, culture and technology collide. With 40 events for more than 6,000 expected attendees, you won't want to miss out on the future of tech in Grand Rapids!
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Steelcase Foundation Grant will allow Arbor Circle to expand mental health counseling accessibility

Ashley KingMonday, September 11, 2023
A $100,000 Steelcase Foundation grant  will support a two-year Arbor Circle project focused on mental health support for children and families.   
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BC's Café Rica and GR's Natural Maya inspired by native culture, supported by Northern Initiatives

Mike WenningerThursday, September 7, 2023
Two Southwest Michigan Latinx businesses feature Mexican and Costa Rican products, sharing elements of Hispanic culture with their communities, thanks in part to nonprofit lender Northern Initiatives.
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How URC is building talent-generating capacity, designed to propel Michigan’s economy

Sarah Spohn Wednesday, September 6, 2023
“The state of Michigan has realized that this is a ‘do or die’ moment with this economic and technological transformation of the automotive industry and related industries,” says University of Toronto Professor Richard Florida. It's one of the reasons he is part of a group working closely with universities, cities, and stakeholders to build better, more vibrant, sustainable cities in our state.
Longform Participants at Ypsilanti PreK for All listening session.

PreK for All listening sessions gather feedback from parents, childcare providers, and educators

Ashley KingWednesday, August 30, 2023
PreK for All listening sessions in Michigan's 10 prosperity regions gather feedback from parents, childcare providers, and educators.
Feature Story Photo by Doug Coombe

Statewide collaboration allows redesign to reflects city’s ‘innovative by nature’ tagline

Sarah SpohnWednesday, August 30, 2023
Through a statewide design collaboration, an aged half-mile stretch of a once-bustling Auburn Road received a new life with a recent streetscape redesign. The city of Rochester Hill’s tagline ‘innovative by nature’ is reflected in the project, which features rain gardens, lush flowers, shrubs, tree-lined median, benches and vibrant sculptural designs.
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Navigating nature's beauty: Michigan's innovative mobility solution for national parks

Matthew RussellWednesday, August 30, 2023
The National Park Michigan Mobility Challenge (NPMMC) program tackles transportation challenges in Michigan's National Parks, ushering in accessibility and sustainable solutions while fostering innovation and promoting conservation.  
Feature Story Courtesy of LeFleur Marketing Facebook page

Further transforming data into human-centered strategies through a company acquisition

Leandra NisbetWednesday, August 30, 2023
Furthering the greater Grand Rapids region’s placement as a technology hub, LaFleur One announced it will acquire Chicago-based market research firm Orchard Insights. Orchard Insights will be a sister company to LaFleur Marketing and provide market research capabilities that can benefit companies of all sizes, continuing to highlight the value of data and tech.
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Advocating for libraries and strengthening communities

Sarah SpohnTuesday, August 29, 2023
Nearly 440,000 area residents have benefited from the materials, resources and programming at the Kent District Library. Now community members have a chance to help increase that number by attending or sponsoring KDL’s annual literacy program fundraiser, the Literacy Libations Gala.
Feature Story Jim LeBrecht, the filmmaker behind ‘Crip Camp’

Meeting filmmaker of ‘Crip Camp’ was an emotional experience

Lucia RiosMonday, August 28, 2023
Lucia Rios shares her experience meeting Jim LeBrecht, the filmmaker behind ‘Crip Camp’ and an icon in the disability movement.
Feature Story Columnist Lucia Rios participated in a disability etiquette panel discussion during the Disability: IN conference last month.

What is disability etiquette?

Lucia RiosMonday, August 28, 2023
Lucia Rios explores what is disability etiquette, why it is open to individual interpretation, and whether there are universal attitudes on certain topics.
Longform A Livability Lab meeting.

Livability Labs bring Muskegon County leaders together to solve community challenges

Estelle SlootmakerWednesday, August 23, 2023
An annual collaboration among a slew of cross-sector organizations and community members has created 15 teams working to develop solutions to community challenges in Muskegon County.  
Partner Content AAoM held a back-to-school event at Corner Health in Ypsilanti on Aug. 16.

Health and wellness are the building blocks for a successful school yearAAoM helps little Michiganders with autism be prepared.

Autism Alliance of MichiganWednesday, August 23, 2023
Prioritizing children’s health and wellness is the first step toward ensuring they are prepared for a successful school year and able to fully participate in learning.
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