Oak Park’s Water Tower Social District celebrates new parking expansion on 11 Mile
Oak Park cuts the ribbon on the new parking lot for the 11 Mile social district.
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Downtown Farmington launches retail incubator to help small businesses test the leap into storefronts
The Farmington Downtown Development Authority has launched a retail incubator that gives emerging businesses access to a storefront through 90-day residencies.
An Oakland County nonprofit is brewing success for immigrant entrepreneurs
Immigrant business owners and entrepreneurs can help revitalize and sustain Michigan’s economy.
On-Demand Coaching helps Michigan municipalities and their small businesses build a winning team
Program helps municipalities connect small businesses and entrepreneurs with existing capital and technical assistance.
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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.
Partner Partner Content Downtown Farmington launches retail incubator to help small businesses test the leap into storefronts
The Farmington Downtown Development Authority has launched a retail incubator that gives emerging businesses access to a storefront through 90-day residencies.
An Oakland County nonprofit is brewing success for immigrant entrepreneurs
Immigrant business owners and entrepreneurs can help revitalize and sustain Michigan’s economy.
On-Demand Coaching helps Michigan municipalities and their small businesses build a winning team
Program helps municipalities connect small businesses and entrepreneurs with existing capital and technical assistance.
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.
