Empathy is the secret ingredient in this Ypsi woman’s financial services business
Liberty Financial Services founder Eboney Byrne says "financial literacy is 80% emotional and 20% math."
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Report highlights need for more and more equitable early childhood care and education
WKKF, IFF, KConnect, and First Steps Kent met with other stakeholders to discuss a report that found 20,500 additional slots are needed to meet the Kent County’s demand for childcare.
Ann Arbor SPARK receives state funding to build out entrepreneurial services with local partner orgs
Last month, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced that Ann Arbor SPARK and 26 other Michigan organizations would receive more than $73 million to provide services to small businesses as entrepreneurial hubs.
Ann Arbor bookstore collaborates with Flint coffee roaster on special coffee blend
Ann Arbor bookstore Booksweet recently partnered with Flint-based coffee company Rootless Coffee to create "Booksweet Blend" coffee.
Dexter apartments serving veterans, homeless, and low-income residents wins national award
Hilltop View Apartments received an award from the national Affordable Housing Tax Credit Coalition. Staff say the complex is "a place to land" for people healing from traumatic experiences.
From solving mobility problems to creating streetwear, Ypsilanti-area youth explore entrepreneurship
We talked to several young entrepreneurs and adults who run entrepreneurship-related programs for youth in the Ypsilanti area.
Bold revitalization plan for Benton Harbor’s Empire Corridor
Community-driven revitalization plan for Benton Harbor Empire Corridor envisions a neighborhood transformed into a vibrant haven for all.
Recruiting direct care workers a challenge for Michigan’s adult foster care homes
The Community Mental Health Association of Michigan found that adult foster care homes and other agencies are struggling to recruit and maintain workers in part due to higher wages in alternative occupations.
Ann Arbor’s FestiFools parade announces return just months after its cancellation
After a two-year hiatus, FestiFools, the annual Ann Arbor-based papier-mâché puppet parade, will return.
New weekly holiday pop-up market in Ypsi spotlights diverse local businesses
Show Love Saturdays will host a rotating cast of food, clothing, and beauty vendors throughout the holiday season, while also providing some space for local nonprofits.
Report highlights need for more and more equitable early childhood care and education
WKKF, IFF, KConnect, and First Steps Kent met with other stakeholders to discuss a report that found 20,500 additional slots are needed to meet the Kent County’s demand for childcare.
Ann Arbor SPARK receives state funding to build out entrepreneurial services with local partner orgs
Last month, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced that Ann Arbor SPARK and 26 other Michigan organizations would receive more than $73 million to provide services to small businesses as entrepreneurial hubs.
Ann Arbor bookstore collaborates with Flint coffee roaster on special coffee blend
Ann Arbor bookstore Booksweet recently partnered with Flint-based coffee company Rootless Coffee to create "Booksweet Blend" coffee.
Dexter apartments serving veterans, homeless, and low-income residents wins national award
Hilltop View Apartments received an award from the national Affordable Housing Tax Credit Coalition. Staff say the complex is "a place to land" for people healing from traumatic experiences.
From solving mobility problems to creating streetwear, Ypsilanti-area youth explore entrepreneurship
We talked to several young entrepreneurs and adults who run entrepreneurship-related programs for youth in the Ypsilanti area.
Bold revitalization plan for Benton Harbor’s Empire Corridor
Community-driven revitalization plan for Benton Harbor Empire Corridor envisions a neighborhood transformed into a vibrant haven for all.
Recruiting direct care workers a challenge for Michigan’s adult foster care homes
The Community Mental Health Association of Michigan found that adult foster care homes and other agencies are struggling to recruit and maintain workers in part due to higher wages in alternative occupations.
Ann Arbor’s FestiFools parade announces return just months after its cancellation
After a two-year hiatus, FestiFools, the annual Ann Arbor-based papier-mâché puppet parade, will return.
New weekly holiday pop-up market in Ypsi spotlights diverse local businesses
Show Love Saturdays will host a rotating cast of food, clothing, and beauty vendors throughout the holiday season, while also providing some space for local nonprofits.
