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Ferndale photographer gets international spotlight with nomination for People’s Choice Award
A Ferndale photographer is gaining international recognition for his macro photography. His photo, “Ready to Pounce,” showcasing the beautiful exotic ambush bug, is in the running for the global People’s Choice Award vote in the Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition.
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Ferndale photographer gets international spotlight with nomination for People’s Choice Award
A Ferndale photographer is gaining international recognition for his macro photography. His photo, “Ready to Pounce,” showcasing the beautiful exotic ambush bug, is in the running for the global People’s Choice Award vote in the Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition.
Indiana health center trains local residents as dental assistants to fill workforce gaps
HealthLinc, a federally qualified health center in Valparaiso, covers training costs while preparing local residents for dental assistant jobs, strengthening workforce pipelines and expanding access to care.
When everyone is welcome: How Michigan’s CCBHCs are changing care
CCBHCs have been improving access to quality mental health care for Michigan residents since 2021.
Wixom’s West End Commons project, launching this Spring is empowering downtown and expanding the city’s social district
As West End Commons prepares to break ground, Wixom’s social district continues to serve as both an economic tool and a community bridge.
Head Start Parent Conference equips Michigan families for advocacy
One-day convening prepared families to advocate for the early childhood programs they depend on.
Nearly $300K in Seed Awards bolster Michigan’s local food and farming
Nearly $300,000 in Seed Awards from the Michigan Good Food Fund will support 18 food and farm businesses across Michigan, helping small, locally rooted operations grow and improve food access.
“We’re home now,” Hazel Park’s new Romanian restaurant Bar Gabi blends old-world flavors with a modern twist
Romanian couple Gabriel and Gabriela Botezan are blending soul and childhood memories of cooking with family by serving up classic Romanian dishes with a modern edge in Hazel Park’s newest bistro.
Partner Partner Content Day-long conference connects Michigan’s autism community with services, resources — and each other
Few spaces exist where autistic children and adults feel free to be themselves. The NAT Conference aims to be one of them.
Partner Partner Content Supporting Community Members in Crisis: Substance use recovery support in Macomb County
Across Macomb County, MCCMH puts people first. The team works to break down stigma by showing up in our community and reminding residents that SUD services are always within reach, regardless of income or insurance status.
Shelter availability website has positive impacts for Oakland County shelter providers and seekers
Launched last summer, the Shelter Oakland website has already fielded 3,000 shelter inquiries from 700 families.
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