"The attention and care that we received was remarkable. The kindness felt exceptional and essential. I can't imagine what a nightmare this all would have been without the angels." - Jeff VanDeusen, who nominated several Guardian Angels
"The effort it takes in manipulating or creating something unique or different--with stone, it's the focus when carving," he says. "My wife Maryjean has probably startled me on a weekly basis when I am working stone." - artist Dave Fry
“The word is getting out about the intricate designs these stylists showcase and how the revenue supports local girls. Together we are building self-worth proactively in our next generation of confident women.” -Karen Palka, A Beautiful Me
Numerous Battle Creek-area organizations convene monthly with the shared goal of helping improve kids’ academic performance and their physical and mental health.
While much has been made of the project over the course of construction--and not only locally but regionally, as well--the public finally has the opportunity to lay their own eyes, hands, and feet on the restored St. Clair Inn.
"We have many great artists making amazing works of art, but I think our community hasn't caught up to buying local yet." -Port Huron artist Jody Parmann
"We have a new slogan... ‘A great place to visit, a better place to love.’ We’re going from livable to lovable. We have a great school system, great services, low crime, and no water meters in our residential homes." -Randy Fernandez, Marysville City Manager
Child care costs add yet another item to the list of major hardships for Michigan’s vulnerable families. But expansion and integration of childcare services – and state policy changes – could make a difference.
Shawn Burns-Poirier has returned to the retail world, opening Romans Etc. in St. Clair
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