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How Saugatuck built its community identity by preserving its natural assets

By Patrick DunnThursday, September 17, 2020

Crop dusting planes maneuver to avoid electric lines, irrigation towers, woods and more when working. (Photo by Bev Berens)

More farmers are using cover crops to keep pollutants out of lakes and streams

By Bev BerensThursday, September 3, 2020

Development News

Tech students accessing Great Lakes data: A win-win for academics and water quality

By Estelle Slootmaker, Development News EditorThursday, August 13, 2020

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Travel by water trail

By Patrick DunnThursday, July 23, 2020

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City seeks micro-local contractors for river restoration

By Estelle Slootmaker, Development News EditorTuesday, July 21, 2020

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How Michigan became a land of trails

By Patrick DunnTuesday, July 14, 2020

Hunting and shooting ranges help drive conservation funding in Michigan

By Brian AllnuttMonday, July 6, 2020

Waterfront trash typically consists of small, mostly plastic items.

Lake cleanup organizers shift tactics amid pandemic, erosion, high water

By Mike LozonThursday, June 11, 2020

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'The Big Wild'

By Patrick DunnWednesday, June 3, 2020

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Pandemic, erosion force restrictions at state, county parks

By Mike Lozon Friday, May 29, 2020

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When a birdhouse becomes a work of art: Friends of GR Parks fundraiser supports local green spaces

By Adam Bird, Managing Photographer and Tommy Allen, PublisherThursday, May 28, 2020

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Take a hike: Ten favorite West Michigan trails to explore this season

By Stephanie Doublestein, updated by Lauren Fay Carlson, Managing EditorMonday, May 25, 2020

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Buckley students enjoy their school's community garden.

How policy, systems, and environmental change can create healthier Michigan communities

By Claire CharltonMonday, May 18, 2020

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Published Together: Ricardo Tavarez on connection, renewal, and sowing seeds

By Ricardo TavárezTuesday, May 5, 2020

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Detroit's riverfront leads the way in changing Michiganders’ connection with urban recreation

By Kate RoffMonday, May 4, 2020

How Michigan turned $1 billion in oil and gas revenue into conservation

By Patrick DunnWednesday, April 29, 2020

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WMCAC helps communities clear the air through voluntary efforts

By Paul R. KopenkoskeyMonday, April 6, 2020

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Meaningful involvement: Local grassroot organizations collaborate around environmental justice

By Kendra R. McNeil, Innovation News EditorThursday, March 19, 2020

Development News

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Food Summit grows connections to support a just West Michigan food system

By Estelle Slootmaker, Development News Editor Thursday, February 13, 2020

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Creating a ripple effect: Social impact entrepreneurs focus on people, planet, and profits

By Leandra NisbetThursday, January 30, 2020

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Indiana nonprofit’s oral health program reaches 39 states
Source: Soapbox
Living on couches, in hotels, or in cars, many in Oakland County experience "hidden" homelessness
Source: Metromode
‘Strong neighborhoods build strong cities’: Fort Wayne's ground-up approach to community development
Source: Input Fort Wayne
Grand Rapids entrepreneur shines nationally through TV show, fellowship
Source: Rapid Growth
Regional craft beers and live bands: IndieCraft returns for its sixth year
Source: Hub Springfield
As border, visa policies face upheaval, Global Detroit remains committed to immigrant-founded biz
Source: Metromode
Ybor's new coworking space Hive creates a buzz
Source: 83Degrees
Career tech program tackles skilled trades labor shortage
Source: The Lakeshore
Boosting resources for legal reform in Michigan
Source: Second Wave Michigan
Open Roads, Kalamazoo's bike hub, moving and growing
Source: Southwest Michigan's Second Wave

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