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A new volunteer program in Southwest Michigan is matching everyday helpers with older adults and people with disabilities who need a hand staying independent. Whether it's yard work, rides to appointments, or just a weekly coffee chat, Help Next Door makes it easy to strengthen your community a few hours at a time.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
DTE Energy is pouring $1.6 billion into Michigan-made battery storage systems that will create over 2,150 jobs while making the state's electric grid cleaner and more reliable. The partnership with Holland-based LG Energy Solution Vertech will deliver eight massive battery projects across Michigan over the next two years.
DTE Energy just announced a massive $1.6 billion investment that will power Michigan's clean energy future while creating thousands of good-paying jobs right in the state. Eight new battery storage projects will strengthen the electric grid and keep Michigan at the forefront of the clean energy revolution.
Michigan is investing half a million dollars in grants to help companies build the next generation of robots, drones, and AI-powered manufacturing tools. The state is racing to become America's hub for advanced technology that could reshape how we make things.
Michigan just became one of the first states to complete its highway EV charging network, unlocking $51 million to bring fast chargers to underserved communities. The milestone means electric vehicle drivers across the state will soon have more reliable charging options, no matter where they live.
Students with disabilities who switched to Michigan charter schools showed better attendance and test scores, challenging concerns about these schools serving special needs learners. The five-year study of 1.7 million students reveals a promising option for families seeking alternatives.
At Michigan Veterans Home Chesterfield, volunteers are making sure no veteran celebrates their birthday alone. They deliver T-shirts and cards to residents who have no family to remember them.
Species once nearly extinct in Michigan are now thriving across the state, from bald eagles to black bears. Conservation efforts and smart regulations have transformed the landscape in just four decades. #
Michigan just finalized a groundbreaking strategy to transform its $4.7 billion maritime industry while protecting the Great Lakes. The 10-year plan promises thousands of good-paying jobs, cleaner energy, and modern ports across the state.
Michigan's new climate report shows the state has reduced emissions by one-fifth since 2005 while electric vehicles take off across the Great Lakes State. Clean energy wins are creating jobs and cleaner air at the same time.
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