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Feature Story Dr. Celia S.D. Thomas, Chief Operating Officer at Alternatives for Girls

Doors open, lights on at Dr. Maya Angelou VillageResilient Neighborhoods Feature

Amidst a shortage of affordable housing, a new project in Brightmoor welcomes its first residents.  

Feature Story Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff dons a pair of Cartier frames.

Opinion: What America would look like if it actually did look like Detroit

In many ways, much of the country already sounds, tastes and drives like Detroit.

Longform A Supplemental Science lesson at John R. King Academic and Performing Arts Academy in Detroit.

Parks bring free and low-cost nature education to underserved schools in Southeast Michigan

Southeast Michigan's parks are working to connect students in underserved communities to nature and science programming.

Feature Story A room at Big Bay Point Lighthouse.

New website shows off Michigan's B&Bs to promote industry comeback

Bed and Breakfast lodgings are an important part of Michigan’s economy, with 130 locations bringing in $70.3 million annually. The Michigan Bed & Breakfast Association is highlighting members with a new website.

Feature Story Earl Cureton

Why one woman wants to rename an eastside basketball court for ex-Piston Earl Cureton

When Powell closes her eyes, she sees an indoor court where neighborhood kids can go and play, without being at the mercy of Michigan’s unpredictable weather. regardless of the weather and that can be used for other community events when games are not played. It would be a place where people come together and feel welcome.

Feature Story The Summit at Piety Hill

New condo development in historic Piety Hill is first new housing in nearly 150 years

Piety Hill, located just south of Boston-Edison and north of New Center and Virginia Park, has long been known for its original homes dating back to the late 19th century. The introduction of The Summit aims to rejuvenate the area while respecting its rich history.

Lessons in community redevelopment

Three Michigan communities are enjoying a resurgence. In some ways, the communities -- Corktown in Detroit, Marquette in the Upper Peninsula and Heartside in Grand Rapids -- pursued different paths to success, embracing their unique characteristics. But they also have shared some of the same tools in their redevelopment efforts. 

Feature Story LifeWays Staff

LifeWays peer support and recovery staff inspire clients to 'walk the walk'

LifeWays employs peer support specialists and recovery coaches for clients to work with throughout their recovery journeys. 

Partner Content Detroit Prep is a Pingree Neighborhood school, just outside of the Gratiot Woods neighborhood, made possible by IFF funding.

Growing fruitful neighborhoods: IFF’s commitment to Eastside Detroit

For the past 10 years, IFF has been investing and committed to providing community financial support across Michigan, including Eastside Detroit neighborhoods. Some of their latest projects fill the gap by providing high-quality accessible, affordable childcare at Detroit Prep, and McClellan Early Childhood Center.

Feature Story Obama: An Intimate Portrait by Pete Souza

Ann Arbor exhibit offers rare peek behind the White House curtain, with photographer Pete Souza

A new Ann Arbor Art Center exhibit from Chief Official White House Photographer Pete Souza shows tenderness, humor, and tension in a revealing look behind the scenes during the Obama years. 

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