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How employee retention grows Michigan’s health care workforce
Retaining folks working within the health care sector is a vital strategy in turning around current and projected workforce shortages.
Coalition proposes that no family pay more than 7% of their income for child care
Universal Childcare without Conditions centers affordability for families and sustainability for providers.
Improved child care spaces building stronger beginnings for Detroit families
Stronger ECE Spaces is helping child care providers stabilize and improve facilities.
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Main Street Farmington earns 2026 Great American Main Street Award
“The community of Farmington, Michigan, has demonstrated how visionary leadership, strong partnerships, and a deep appreciation for place can transform a historic downtown into a vibrant destination."
From Code to Creation: LTU students and alumni bring games to life
As LTUX approaches on April 4, creators at different stages come together to showcase their work, navigate challenges, and turn ideas into playable worlds.
Recast Leaders aim to revitalize local economies
This Recast City program has worked with more than 200 cities in 44 states over the past 11 years.
Marine City wayfinding project launches action plan for economic growth
New wayfinding signage will connect four business districts and help boost the local economy.
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.
Partner Partner Content How employee retention grows Michigan’s health care workforce
Retaining folks working within the health care sector is a vital strategy in turning around current and projected workforce shortages.
Coalition proposes that no family pay more than 7% of their income for child care
Universal Childcare without Conditions centers affordability for families and sustainability for providers.
Improved child care spaces building stronger beginnings for Detroit families
Stronger ECE Spaces is helping child care providers stabilize and improve facilities.
Partner Partner Content Main Street Farmington earns 2026 Great American Main Street Award
“The community of Farmington, Michigan, has demonstrated how visionary leadership, strong partnerships, and a deep appreciation for place can transform a historic downtown into a vibrant destination."
From Code to Creation: LTU students and alumni bring games to life
As LTUX approaches on April 4, creators at different stages come together to showcase their work, navigate challenges, and turn ideas into playable worlds.
Recast Leaders aim to revitalize local economies
This Recast City program has worked with more than 200 cities in 44 states over the past 11 years.
Marine City wayfinding project launches action plan for economic growth
New wayfinding signage will connect four business districts and help boost the local economy.
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.
