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Feature Story During this year’s Santa Parade in downtown Croswell, Sanilac County Community Mental Health arranged complimentary activities as part of its outreach efforts. Healthy Communities

Mental health outreach reduces stigma and raises awareness of services

KAREN GENTRYWednesday, January 17, 2024
Feature Story Photographed on Jan. 6, 2024, St. Mark Missionary Baptist Church has been a beacon in the Flint community for many years. Neighborhoods

Serving God and community: A conversation with Pastor Kevin Thompson

Michell ThompsonTuesday, January 16, 2024
Feature Story Flint native and business owner Jade Marshaé poses brazenly inside her home on Dec 28, 2023. Neighborhoods

The FREEdom and Hidden Holistics of Jade Marshaé

Jerimiah WhiteheadMonday, January 15, 2024
Feature Story Jim Bardenhagen of Suttons Bay-based Bardenhagen Farms is one of many Michigan farmers who sold his produce to Michigan clients through Cherry Capital Foods. Healthy Communities

After a Traverse City food distributor's closure, Michigan farmers work to keep produce in state

ESTELLE SLOOTMAKER Thursday, January 11, 2024
Feature Story Kim Hargis, LPN works on a mandala mural at Summit Pointe. Self-expression through mandalas fosters self-reflection, focused attention, and emotional well-being. Healthy Communities

To build a mental wellness plan, take it one step at a time

JOANNE BAILEY-BOORSMATuesday, January 9, 2024
Feature Story Lee Grant Allen Jr. is the co-owner of BAU-HŌUSE, a store located in downtown Flint that hosts exclusive streetwear, sneakers, and art exhibits from artists around the Midwest. Entrepreneurship

Three entrepreneurs share success stories in ninth episode of 100K Ideas' client storytelling series

Sarah SpohnTuesday, January 2, 2024
Feature Story Photographed on Dec. 20, 2023, BAMS African Market on South Ballenger Highway hosts West African organic “foodstuff sourcing, products, fashion, and various home needs.” Entrepreneurship

Keeping the community healthy with BAMS African Market

Xzavier SimonFriday, December 29, 2023
Feature Story Pictured on Dec. 27, 2023, Ballenger Park sits on the corner of Dupont and Flushing Road, holding space for community events, basketball games, and picnics. Neighborhoods

In Pictures: Ballenger Highway Neighborhood & Park

Xzavier SimonThursday, December 28, 2023
Feature Story shot Healthy Communities

As Oakland County pays off 80,000 residents' doctor bills, how can Michigan solve medical debt?

ESTELLE SLOOTMAKERFriday, December 22, 2023
Partner Content AAoM hosts immunization and health screening clinics across the state. Healthy Communities

Get vaccinated for the holidays!

JOSEPH GORALThursday, December 21, 2023
Feature Story Growing Hope offers training and business support services for farmers and startup food entrepreneurs. Economic Development

How ‘Incubation’ kitchens are helping food entrepreneurs affordably scale their businesses

KELSEY SANDERSTuesday, December 19, 2023
In The News Dr. Lawrence Reynolds shares his story of surviving through perseverance and triumph on Dec. 8, 2023. Healthy Communities

Community elders and Southwestern students share their stories for "Stories of Survivors" event

Xzavier SimonWednesday, December 13, 2023
Feature Story Natalie Visser, an assistant supervisor for MOKA, left, and Tracy share a warm embrace during a life skills session on cooking at a MOKA site in Wyoming. Healthy Communities

Recruiting direct care workers a challenge for Michigan's adult foster care homes

RYLEE BARNSDALETuesday, December 12, 2023
In The News Jaszmane Sisco, Mama Sōl, Tony Vu, and moderator Xzavier Simon pose for a picture at the Flintrepreneur Symposium at 100k Ideas in downtown Flint on Dec. 5, 2023. Entrepreneurship

Flint's food entrepreneur community comes together for the Flintrepreneur Symposium

Xzavier SimonMonday, December 11, 2023
In The News aging Healthy Communities

As nursing home costs rise, here’s where private payers are footing more of the bill

Flint BeatThursday, December 7, 2023
Feature Story Suicide Prevention Coalition of Genesee County. Healthy Communities

Suicide prevention coalitions address a leading cause of death in Michigan

GENEVIEVE FOXTuesday, December 5, 2023
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