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Sarah Spohn is a Lansing resident, but every day finds a new interesting person, place, or thing in towns all over Michigan leaving her truly smitten with the mitten. She received her degrees in journalism and professional communications and provides coverage for various publications locally, regionally, and nationally — writing stories on small businesses, arts and culture, dining, community, and anything Michigan-made. You can find her in a record shop, a local concert, or eating one too many desserts at a bakery. If by chance, she’s not at any of those places, you can contact her at sarahspohn.news@gmail.com.

Sarah Spohn's Latest Articles

The Village of Lexington’s annual Winterfest is a two-day event kicking off on Saturday, Feb. 3, 2024.
Village of Lexington embraces the wintry weather with annual Winterfest event

The Village of Lexington is celebrating the season with its third annual Winterfest on Feb. 3-4. The community-wide event plans for fun activities for all ages including a Polar Plunge, chili cook-off, ice sculptures, frozen bowling, a fish toss, a winter fashion show, and more.

Eric Lupher.
Housing a key element of “Michigan’s Path to a Prosperous Future”

Citizens Research Council, Michigan Municipal League, and Detroit Hispanic Development Corporation weigh in on state's housing needs, regional, minority-driven resources, and development within individual communities.   

How URC is creating a sustainable tomorrow in learning spaces today

An alliance of three leading research institutions in Michigan is producing real-world sustainability education, research, and innovation for a greener tomorrow.

Lexington Village Square during one of the summer's Pub Patio Parties.
Village of Lexington implements new social district boosting downtown entertainment offerings

The Village of Lexington has recently established a downtown social district creating a new avenue for gathering and entertainment in the waterfront community.

Now in its 35th year, McLaren Port Huron Foundation's annual Festival of Trees fundraising event is raising money to benefit the hospital's lung cancer program.
Festival of Trees pairs volunteer designers with downtown businesses for creative holiday displays

Illuminating the community with a festive glow this holiday season, the 35th annual McLaren Port Huron Foundation Festival of Trees fundraiser has returned, brightening the hospital and downtown businesses with its uniquely decorated trees.

Statewide housing plan works with stakeholders across region to address housing needs

Block by Block spoke with the Michigan State Housing Development Authority, Housing North, and Communities First about how individual communities are working together to tackle the specific housing needs of their residents. For the first time ever, the state of Michigan released a statewide coordinated, comprehensive housing plan, working with stakeholders across the housing sector  

CEDAM’s Emily Reyst with Boot Camp graduate Christine Holmes, Woodbridge Neighborhood Development director of policy and property development.
CEDAM Real Estate Boot Camp readies Michigan’s emerging developers

The Community Economic Development Association of Michigan is addressing the demand for affordable housing across the state. It’s real estate development boot camp provides tools and training for developers and community members within their neighborhoods.   

The Parks Department working to plant a tree.
Free wood and mulch available for Port Huron residents

The City of Port Huron Forestry Division offers free wood and mulch throughout the year to residents, but following several storms this summer they’re also hosting a special distribution day later this month.

Williamstown Township earned a bronze level of certification in the Michigan Green Communities Challenge.
Encouraging greener communities

Michigan Green Communities, a consortium of partnerships that includes the Michigan Municipal League, has been helping cities and towns across the state become greener. The annual Michigan Green Communities Challenge encourages communities to participate and also measures their sustainability efforts.   

Northern Lakes Community Mental Health Authority Grayling location.
Michigan’s rural CMHs work hard on improving access to mental health resources

MI Mental Health spoke with Northern Lakes Community Mental Health Chief Operations Officer Joanie Blamer and Sanilac County Community Mental Health CEO Wil Morris on addressing the mental health and wellness needs of rural communities.   

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