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A Northern Michigan lender just helped create or save 250 jobs across six counties by investing nearly $1.8 million in local businesses. When ice storms hit in March, they didn't hesitate to help there too.
Five Michigan communities just made it easier than ever for neighbors to find volunteer opportunities that match their interests. The new One Big Connection portal connects nonprofits with willing helpers in minutes.
Michigan's golf industry is pumping more than $6 billion into the state's economy, with Northern Michigan emerging as a golf destination that's creating jobs and drawing visitors from across the country. The region's 700+ courses are transforming rural communities into thriving tourism hubs.
A nonprofit coworking space in Ann Arbor lets parents work on-site while paid staff watch their kids for as little as $799 monthly. It's solving America's childcare crisis one family at a time.
A Michigan nonprofit launched a podcast giving people struggling with mental health and addiction a platform to share their recovery journeys. The Manistee Friendship Society hosts hope to help listeners realize they're not alone.
A minor league hockey team in Grand Rapids turned their season into a fundraising powerhouse, generating nearly $900,000 for local schools and nonprofits. From teddy bear tosses to jersey auctions, the Griffins proved sports can be a force for good.
A new partnership between MichAuto and the University of Michigan is paying young creators $250 per video to showcase electric vehicle careers on social media. The campaign has already reached 20 million Gen Z viewers across Michigan.
When a beaver wandered onto a busy Michigan intersection, one Upper Peninsula resident grabbed the most practical tool he had: his car snow brush. The heartwarming rescue captured the resourceful spirit of Michigan's north country.
Google is partnering with DTE Energy to add 2.7 gigawatts of clean power to Michigan's grid while building a new data center that protects local ratepayers. The tech giant is also launching a $10 million fund to help Michigan families lower their energy bills.
North Star Reach, a Michigan camp serving children with serious health challenges, is hosting its 10th anniversary Spring Work Weekend to prepare the 105-acre property for the 2026 season. The three-day volunteer event brings together families, donors, and community members to ready cabins and program spaces where kids can simply be kids.
A rebranded Michigan nonprofit is using Friday bingo nights to fund career training programs that will help adults land remote jobs with major companies. The Benton Harbor Success Movement is the only licensed bingo hall within 20 miles, giving locals a fun night out while supporting their neighbors' futures.
University of Michigan fraternities and sororities turned a backyard ice rink into a fundraising powerhouse, raising over $310,000 for three charities through their annual Winterfest broomball tournament. The student-led effort is bringing autism support, veteran housing, and women's mental health services to thousands across Michigan.
A Michigan writers festival has given $84,000 to student writers since 2010, and applications are now open for 2026 scholarships. Eight regional high school students will win cash prizes, laptops, and publication opportunities this spring.
Eastern Michigan University becomes the first school in Michigan to add women's flag football as a varsity sport, joining a nationwide movement ahead of the sport's 2028 Olympic debut. The Eagles will start competing in spring 2027, creating fresh opportunities for student athletes in one of America's fastest-growing sports.
The Michigan Wolverines dominated Tennessee in a stunning 95-62 victory, securing their first Final Four appearance since 2018. Star player Yaxel Lendeborg led the charge with 27 points as Michigan never trailed after a blistering first-half run.
A Michigan agriculture teacher who uses food to make zoology fun just became the first ag educator to win a prestigious national teaching award. Her student-nominated honor came with $5,000 and recognition for making farm science accessible to hundreds of teens.
The University of Michigan is throwing a parade and arena celebration Saturday for its men's basketball team after winning the program's first national championship in 35 years. All ticket proceeds will support student athletes through Michigan's NIL collective.
Michigan just unlocked $51 million in federal funding to install 83 electric vehicle charging stations across the state, including eight locations in and around Metro Detroit. The expansion will fill critical gaps in Michigan's EV network and make clean transportation more accessible to drivers everywhere.
A new platform is making it easier than ever for Michigan's Upper Peninsula residents to find volunteer work that fits their skills. From roadside cleanup to building homes, Global Volunteer Month brings hundreds of ways to help.
The Michigan Wolverines captured their first NCAA basketball championship since 1989, proving that a team built entirely from transfer players can compete with college basketball's biggest programs. Led by UAB transfer Yaxel Lendeborg, who played through injury in the final game, Michigan finished 37-3 and defeated UConn 69-63.
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