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“When I grow up.” Inspiring kids to dream big about careers in health care
These collaborations show how growing interest in health care careers can begin early.
Fennville’s agritourism sector to be complemented by $4.8M ‘regeneration project’ of historic hotel
“The regeneration project will provide new jobs and tourism, boosting the local economy and helping to support Fennville as a premier West Michigan destination,” says developer Dori DePree.
Traverse City, Grand Haven, and Marquette ranked top three Michigan cities for bicycling
This year’s rankings of the Best Places to Bike from bicycle industry and advocacy group PeopleForBikes have been released.
Placemaking project in Fennville wins $25K in pitch competition
“The Put Your Town on the Map pitch competition is all about rewarding big, bold and innovative ideas that will help Michigan’s small towns grow and thrive,” says Carolyn Bloodworth, secretary/treasurer of the Consumers Energy Foundation.
‘This is what placemaking is all about’: Holland launches crowdfunding campaign for ice skating park
“This new four-season public space in Holland will provide residents and visitors with a year-round hub for recreational and social activities, and exemplifies what modern placemaking can achieve,” says MEDC Executive Vice President of Economic Development Incentives Michele Wildman.
Park Township votes to opt into Ottawa County’s farmland preservation program
"Our board and our community recognize the significant cultural heritage farms bring to Park Township," says Park Township Manager Howard Fink. "We also acknowledge there is quite a bit of pressure, from a development perspective, on ag properties within our township."
Application window open for grants supporting placemaking projects that unite Michigan communities
This latest round of microgrants has the foundation increasing its awards in the Neighborhood Microgrant category from $500 to $1,000; Main Street Microgrants remain at $5,000 per grant.
Local farmers to open beer and wine production facility, tasting room in downtown Allegan
"The enthusiasm to start a new business by young entrepreneurs like Ben and Katelyn and support from state agencies like the MEDC signifies the strong economic foundation that has been nurtured in Downtown Allegan over the past several years,” says Allegan City Manager Joel Dye.
Local farmers to open beer and wine production facility, tasting room in downtown Allegan
"The enthusiasm to start a new business by young entrepreneurs like Ben and Katelyn and support from state agencies like the MEDC signifies the strong economic foundation that has been nurtured in Downtown Allegan over the past several years,” says Allegan City Manager Joel Dye.
Partner Partner Content “When I grow up.” Inspiring kids to dream big about careers in health care
These collaborations show how growing interest in health care careers can begin early.
Fennville’s agritourism sector to be complemented by $4.8M ‘regeneration project’ of historic hotel
“The regeneration project will provide new jobs and tourism, boosting the local economy and helping to support Fennville as a premier West Michigan destination,” says developer Dori DePree.
Traverse City, Grand Haven, and Marquette ranked top three Michigan cities for bicycling
This year’s rankings of the Best Places to Bike from bicycle industry and advocacy group PeopleForBikes have been released.
Placemaking project in Fennville wins $25K in pitch competition
“The Put Your Town on the Map pitch competition is all about rewarding big, bold and innovative ideas that will help Michigan’s small towns grow and thrive,” says Carolyn Bloodworth, secretary/treasurer of the Consumers Energy Foundation.
‘This is what placemaking is all about’: Holland launches crowdfunding campaign for ice skating park
“This new four-season public space in Holland will provide residents and visitors with a year-round hub for recreational and social activities, and exemplifies what modern placemaking can achieve,” says MEDC Executive Vice President of Economic Development Incentives Michele Wildman.
Park Township votes to opt into Ottawa County’s farmland preservation program
"Our board and our community recognize the significant cultural heritage farms bring to Park Township," says Park Township Manager Howard Fink. "We also acknowledge there is quite a bit of pressure, from a development perspective, on ag properties within our township."
Application window open for grants supporting placemaking projects that unite Michigan communities
This latest round of microgrants has the foundation increasing its awards in the Neighborhood Microgrant category from $500 to $1,000; Main Street Microgrants remain at $5,000 per grant.
Local farmers to open beer and wine production facility, tasting room in downtown Allegan
"The enthusiasm to start a new business by young entrepreneurs like Ben and Katelyn and support from state agencies like the MEDC signifies the strong economic foundation that has been nurtured in Downtown Allegan over the past several years,” says Allegan City Manager Joel Dye.
Local farmers to open beer and wine production facility, tasting room in downtown Allegan
"The enthusiasm to start a new business by young entrepreneurs like Ben and Katelyn and support from state agencies like the MEDC signifies the strong economic foundation that has been nurtured in Downtown Allegan over the past several years,” says Allegan City Manager Joel Dye.
