In downtown Farmington, the shift from late spring to summer heat brings more than just patio dining and farmers' markets; it’s ushering in a change in how businesses and the community work hand in hand.
Death Doulas in Metro Detroit are working to change how people approach the end of life — with less fear and more understanding. It can be a tough sell in a culture that largely avoids talking about death, but with the right support and guidance, these non-medical advocates promise life’s final chapter can be rich and rewarding.
In response to statewide teacher shortages, Michigan has invested in alternative routes to teacher certification. One program, Talent Together, helps Metro Detroiters realize their dreams of becoming teachers by providing a free education and a paid student-teaching experience.
Take a stroll with Metromode's Managing Editor as she explores Cranbrook's House and Gardens.
Pet owners who stay at an Oakland County homeless shelter this winter will be able to temporarily house their pets at the Oakland County Animal Shelter and Pet Adoption Center, thanks to a new partnership between the Pontiac-based Alliance for Housing and the animal shelter.
Immigrant business owners and entrepreneurs can help revitalize and sustain Michigan’s economy.
Statewide chronic absenteeism rates remain above pre-COVID-19-pandemic levels, but Metro Detroit schools are tackling chronic absenteeism by removing barriers to attendance and creating enriching, fun school experiences for students.
Oak Park has won the mParks Innovative Programming award two years in a row. This year, it won for a community quilting program called Rooted in Community.
“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."
Bark Bark Adventure Park in Wixom provides dogs and their owners a safe space from extreme weather with an indoor track, dog-size-specific play areas, a snack bar, a retail space, and daily daycare options.
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