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New public health program improves oral health for Michigan’s children
Monique Bedford
Tuesday, July 30, 2024
To address childhood tooth decay, the
Michigan Department of Human Health Services (MDHHS)
launched the
Kindergartener’s Oral Health Assessment Program (KOHA).
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Pain passed down: The Algiers Motel tragedy and its enduring impact
Lynzee Mychael
Tuesday, July 30, 2024
The unveiling of a historical marker 57 years after the Algiers Motel tragedy honors the victims and highlights the ongoing struggle against systemic racism.
Feature Story
Mapping Detroit: Where does techno live in the city?
Alex B. Hill
Tuesday, July 30, 2024
This is part of a series from the unofficial cartographer of Detroit,
Alex B. Hill
, a self-described “data nerd and anthropologist” who combines mapping, data, and analytics with storytelling and human experience.
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Model D is participating in Detroit Story Fest; tickets now on sale
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Tuesday, July 30, 2024
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Equity
Metroparks to open first Detroit location with Huron-Clinton Metroparks Water Garden
Patrick Dunn
Monday, July 29, 2024
The Huron-Clinton Metroparks' robust parks system has never included a Detroit location, but that will change next year with the opening of a Metroparks-branded attraction at Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Centennial Park.
Longform
Prescriptions for fresh produce grow in Michigan through collaboration and new funding
Estelle Slootmaker
Thursday, July 25, 2024
Efforts are underway to better coordinate efforts between produce prescription programs and to create more standardized funding mechanisms for them.
Feature Story
Healthy Communities
Opioid health homes remove barriers to recovery
Estelle Slootmaker
Tuesday, July 23, 2024
Opioid health homes provide a central point of contact where people living with opioid use disorder work with an interdisciplinary provider team to develop an individualized recovery care plan.
Feature Story
MiLEAP fund provides essential equipment, upgrades for child care facilities
Sarah Spohn
Tuesday, July 23, 2024
Quality child care is necessary, but not always available or affordable. The MiLEAP Caring for MI Future: Facilities Improvement Fund has launched a $59 million fund to provide new and expanding home-based and center-based facilities across the state.
Longform
Healthy Communities
How parks help to address health equity in Metro Detroit
Patrick Dunn
Friday, July 19, 2024
Alongside health clinics, food pantries, and community centers, southeast Michigan's parks are increasingly becoming important hubs for advancing health equity in their communities.
Feature Story
Community Development
More than seat fillers: seniors reentering the workplace add value, learn new skills
Resilient Neighborhoods Feature
Julie J. Riddle
Friday, July 19, 2024
When reacclimating Detroit seniors to the workplace, everyone wins.
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Legacies of J Dilla, DJ Screw brought to life in new Wayne State exhibition
Kahn Davison
Friday, July 19, 2024
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Golf, robotics, dance and more: Kristy Schena offers fun programs for kids with special needs
Nonprofit Journal Project
Jeff Burtka
Friday, July 19, 2024
Filling the gap in out-of-school programming, Kids On The Go offers year-round programming in sports, robotics, cooking and more for children with developmental challenges.
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Pages in the Park: Metro-area libraries team up to bring reading outdoors
Blake Woodruff
Thursday, July 18, 2024
Following COVID-19, local libraries joined forces to bring reading to kids outdoors. The program was so popular it became its own summer series, featuring local parks.
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Pints, chew toys, and more: Bar-meets-dog park celebrates grand opening in West Village
MJ Galbraith
Tuesday, July 16, 2024
“As much as we are a dog park and bar, we like to think we’re so much more than that,” says Barkside co-founder Cody Williams. “It’s just a really fun casual environment, and it’s so easy for folks to meet and make friends.”
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These 10 Detroit nonprofits were selected for $2.6M in grants to support community-focused programs
MJ Galbraith
Tuesday, July 16, 2024
"These organizations embody the very best of Detroit, each demonstrating a steadfast dedication to enhancing the lives of our residents,” says Donald Rencher, president and CEO of the Hudson-Webber Foundation.
Feature Story
How public health collaborations with hospitals benefit Michigan's communities
Estelle Slootmaker
Tuesday, July 16, 2024
Yours, Mine and Ours — Public Health spoke with Lauren LaPine, Michigan Health and Hospital Association senior director of legislative and public policy about how various public health agencies and programs collaborate with hospitals across the state.
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Saving is not easy, especially when everyday products are at an all-time high given recent years' rising inflation and simply suggesting cutting back on small indulgences can be irritating.
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Campus for Creative Aging helps Southwest Michigan seniors find purpose after retirement
Estelle Slootmaker
Thursday, July 11, 2024
Since 2017, the Campus for Creative Aging has been offering a variety of innovative opportunities for older adults in Berrien, Van Buren, and Cass counties – and helping younger residents understand and respect their older neighbors.
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Community Development
Seniors A Go-Go keeps Brightmoor seniors engaged
Resilient Neighborhoods Feature
Julie R. Riddle
Thursday, July 11, 2024
Led by seniors, Detroit's Brightmoor neighborhood Seniors A Go-Go program is keeping seniors safe, active and connected -- and, just as important, having fun.
Feature Story
Meet the 85-year-old Michigan skydiver going for 1000 jumps
Thursday, July 11, 2024
Would you skydive at 85? This pioneering legend from Michigan is going for her Gold Wings with 1000 jumps! She takes another leap near Lansing today.
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