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How startup Vanly is mapping the future of life on the road
Vanly, a West Michigan-based startup, addresses the critical “where-to-sleep” anxiety by connecting travelers with a nationwide network of private parking hosts.
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How occupational therapists help seniors age safely in their homes
A team of occupational therapists from Disability Advocates of Kent County is helping older adults stay independent through home modifications, safety assessments and accessibility improvements that reduce injuries and falls.
Disability Network West Michigan expands rural accessibility services across northern counties
Residents in Oceana, Mason, Lake, and Newaygo counties gain disability services, transportation support, and accessibility resources.
How a gaming group created a friendship circle for people with disabilities
Disability Network Northern Michigan’s gaming group reduced isolation, inspired friendships, and even inspired an effort to create a nonprofit for railroad preservation.
Michigan Municipal League collaborates, educates, and advocates for the state’s communities
Michigan Municipal League shares innovative programs, fosters collaborations, and connects communities with resources.
How Michigan farmers are using a new app to make critical crop decisions right from the tractor
The free Enviroweather Mobile app, developed by Michigan State University specialists and the Michigan State Horticultural Society, provides farmers with real-time environmental data and predictive crop modeling on their smartphones.
Black Rock Crossing’s 45-year commitment to affordable housing in Marquette
Black Rock Crossing in Marquette, a partnership between Woda Cooper Companies and the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community, addresses regional housing shortages with 50 affordable units.
Startup tackles food system inefficiency with direct farm-to-home delivery
Zeeland-based Locavana expands delivery, helping residents buy local food easily while increasing farmer earnings and improving access across West Michigan communities.
Southwest Michigan travelers are skipping airport parking thanks to this startup
South Haven entrepreneur Max Gleiss is growing Max Transportation into a trusted Southwest Michigan travel service, offering stress-free airport rides, tours, and event transportation while earning support from the South Haven Regional Business Hub.
Registration closing for annual Small Town & Rural Development Conference in June
The three-day conference includes a variety of speakers from across Michigan and breakout sessions about issues important to rural areas of the state.
Mackinac Island named No. 1 Best Summer Travel Destination for 4th straight year
Local tourism officials credited the community’s dedication for the win, which saw the island beat out major cities like Chicago and New York, alongside earning a top-five finish for its annual flower festival.
More Than a Base: The unfading shadow of the U.P.’s K.I. Sawyer
At over 5,200 acres, the base’s massive size made redevelopment a challenge. However, several buildings have since been successfully repurposed, and a portion of the site now thrives as the Marquette Sawyer Regional Airport.
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More Than a Base: The unfading shadow of the U.P.’s K.I. Sawyer
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How occupational therapists help seniors age safely in their homes
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