Days of play: Abundant recreation options keep Port Huron families on the move
"They have made recreation a priority and that really contributes to the growth and quality of life in the city." -Port Huron Parks and Rec Director Nancy Winzer
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More to explore: Community paddles aim to get more people on the water
"We want to have these paddling and bike events to bring people to the community...we want to add recreational events that highlight our water trails, and to make the entire population stay." -Lori Eschenberg
Couples skate: New owners breathe life into former roller rink in Kimball
Couple breathing new life into Kimball roller skating rink
Why Michigan needs a more diverse healthcare workforce – and what we can do about it
The healthcare workforce doesn't represent the diversity of those it serves, and that results in poor health outcomes for patients of color. But several initiatives are working to develop more diverse health professionals.
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Generous donors support beneficial programs at McLaren Port Huron
"The important thing is what they do in the community. Look at the cancer center. You don't have to go out of town to get treatment," Chuck Warcinsky, McLaren Fund donor
Innovative entrepreneur launching new ideas to push Algonac forward
Steve Bartolomucci would like to launch a co-op training program for skilled trades students to learn CAD, CNC, and tool-die from leaders in those industries. "It could be huge, and right now, I could give 20 kids jobs if they just had the right training."
Many Michigan caregivers need care themselves – but they aren’t getting it
The importance of a support network when caring for a loved one can't be understated. That's why a number of Michigan organizations are working to better understand what caregivers need and make it more accessible to them.
Here’s how we can address rural Michigan’s alarmingly high infant mortality and poor maternal health
Substance abuse, lack of access to healthy food, and dwindling birthing hospitals and OB-GYNs all contribute to poor health outcomes for mothers and infants. These organizations and individuals are working to change that.
Urban Michigan initiatives recognize racism as major factor in infant and maternal mortality
Statewide, black babies are three times more likely to die in their first year of life than white babies. But those statistics are even more alarming in many of Michigan's urban centers.
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SC4 responds to growing demand for qualified health care professionals
"Health care is an in-demand field. Nurses and other skilled clinicians have the privilege of caring for patients and their families when they need it the most. When you leave your job, and you know you've made a difference in the lives of others."--Christine Sansom, RN, MSN
More to explore: Community paddles aim to get more people on the water
"We want to have these paddling and bike events to bring people to the community...we want to add recreational events that highlight our water trails, and to make the entire population stay." -Lori Eschenberg
Couples skate: New owners breathe life into former roller rink in Kimball
Couple breathing new life into Kimball roller skating rink
Why Michigan needs a more diverse healthcare workforce – and what we can do about it
The healthcare workforce doesn't represent the diversity of those it serves, and that results in poor health outcomes for patients of color. But several initiatives are working to develop more diverse health professionals.
Partner Partner Content Generous donors support beneficial programs at McLaren Port Huron
"The important thing is what they do in the community. Look at the cancer center. You don't have to go out of town to get treatment," Chuck Warcinsky, McLaren Fund donor
Innovative entrepreneur launching new ideas to push Algonac forward
Steve Bartolomucci would like to launch a co-op training program for skilled trades students to learn CAD, CNC, and tool-die from leaders in those industries. "It could be huge, and right now, I could give 20 kids jobs if they just had the right training."
Many Michigan caregivers need care themselves – but they aren’t getting it
The importance of a support network when caring for a loved one can't be understated. That's why a number of Michigan organizations are working to better understand what caregivers need and make it more accessible to them.
Here’s how we can address rural Michigan’s alarmingly high infant mortality and poor maternal health
Substance abuse, lack of access to healthy food, and dwindling birthing hospitals and OB-GYNs all contribute to poor health outcomes for mothers and infants. These organizations and individuals are working to change that.
Urban Michigan initiatives recognize racism as major factor in infant and maternal mortality
Statewide, black babies are three times more likely to die in their first year of life than white babies. But those statistics are even more alarming in many of Michigan's urban centers.
Partner Partner Content SC4 responds to growing demand for qualified health care professionals
"Health care is an in-demand field. Nurses and other skilled clinicians have the privilege of caring for patients and their families when they need it the most. When you leave your job, and you know you've made a difference in the lives of others."--Christine Sansom, RN, MSN
