A participant in the Children's Fancy Dress poses for a photo before his dance begins.

Second-ever Clay Days returns becoming permanent event celebrating local history and culture

Originating as a commemorative celebration honoring Clay Township's bicentennial last year, Clay Days has transformed into a yearly educational and cultural affair.

Caregiver Incentive Project (CIP) founder Eric Paad and CIP spokesperson Dorothy Paad.
UP nonprofit offers education and support in effort to end caregiver shortage

The Marquette-based nonprofit Caregiver Incentive Project is working to create solutions to Michigan's alarming caregiver shortage.

A family enjoys jump roping along the Lansing River Trail.
Rec-Connect™ makes fitness fun for everyone

Across the state, Michigan Fitness Foundation’s Rec-Connect™ demonstration series is being used in communities to inspire and empower people to engage regularly in physical activity.

U.S. Supreme Court Decision confirms rights of people with disabilities including those living with autism.
Autism Alliance of Michigan celebrates Supreme Court decision

U.S. Supreme Court Decision confirms rights of people with disabilities including those living with autism  

The Community Mental Health Association of Michigan (CMHA) is the state association representing and advocating for Michigan’s public mental health system and those served by this system.
Community Mental Health Association of Michigan study shows integrated care is growing

A recent study by the Center of Healthcare Integration and Innovation shows that integrated care in Michigan’s public mental health system has not only grown in the last six years but that the initiatives are diverse and available in rural, suburban, and urban committees.

Former cafe owner turns 18-acre land into nonprofit farm and community center

Kathy Cox, former owner of a New Baltimore cafe, bought land in Casco Township to grow her own produce but discovered its potential for more, establishing a nonprofit community center offering sustainable organic produce and hands-on education.

Kaylee Kruse makes an adjustment to her dress which received recognition in the Scholastic Arts and Writing Awards.
Port Huron Northern student and seamstress receives national recognition for textile creations

17-year-old Kaylee Kruse is a self-taught seamstress with a knack for historical dressmaking.

Employees at Brody's Be Cafe in Ada, which employs people living with disabilities.
Here’s how three Michigan nonprofits empower people living with disabilities

These nonprofits are taking innovative approaches to supporting and empowering people with disabilities so they can truly achieve the rights promised to them by the law.

A meal at El Azteco West in Lansing. The restaurant partnered with NorthWest Initiative to feature only 100% organic juice with its kids' meals.
NorthWest Initiative collaborates with community to create a healthier Lansing

NorthWest Initiative offers food distribution, community gardens, nutrition education, cooking programs, school-based gardens, and a mobile farmers market.

Blue Water Area Transit rolls out pilot program, “Missed the Bus, Just Call Us!”

Blue Water Area Transit recently introduced a new program that is helping local students who encounter transportation challenges, such as missing the bus, get to school safely and at no charge.

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