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Michigan innovators step up to reverse nationwide decline in health journalism

The loss of health journalism has had wide-ranging impacts on the communities health reporters once served. But a variety of innovative solutions have arisen to fill the gap and restore some of the coverage that's been lost.

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Local organizations set their sights on long-term COVID-19 needs

United Way of Midland County and 211 of Northeast Michigan are two of the organizations helping tackle the long-term needs of people impacted by COVID-19.

Bay City officials are exploring ways to help businesses safely re-open when the stay-at-home order ends.
Bay City and Bay County officials are working on plans to help businesses re-open

Sidewalk cafes could sprout in Bay City’s business districts as the city relaxes ordinances in order to help bars and restaurants succeed.

McLaren Bay Region screens patients for COVID-19 immediately after they enter the hospital in order to limit the risk of exposure for staff and other patients.
Medical emergencies require a trip to the hospital, even during a pandemic

McLaren Bay Region encourages patients experiencing medical emergencies to seek treatment at the hospital. Dr. Norman Chapin says the hospital has taken steps to lower the risk of contracting COVID-19 in the hospital.

The Eat Well in a SNAP website.
Easy-to-access website helps Michigan families Eat Well in a SNAP

The Eat Well in a SNAP site aims to connect people with support and inspiration for seasonal meals and recipes, resources, and conversations about food. 

Four high school students weigh in on growing up during a pandemic

From juggling virtual learning to contracting a rare teenage form of COVID-19, we caught up with four local high school students on what it's like to grow up and graduate right now.

Midland gives: Community efforts to help come in all shapes and sizes

Whether it has been small or large, single acts or hundreds of t-shirts, the collective efforts of the community have been significant.

Diary of a small business owner: John Levy of Computers To Go

A small business owner's thoughts in the time of a pandemic, and his hopes for the future.

Kids prepare food at The Learning Kitchen.
Kitchen classroom empowers young chefs to pursue healthful choices

The Learning Kitchen is a hands-on cooking and nutrition education program for middle schoolers offered at Kalamazoo Valley Community College through a partnership between KVCC and Bronson Healthcare.

Michigan innovators step up to reverse nationwide decline in health journalism

The loss of health journalism has had wide-ranging impacts on the communities health reporters once served. But a variety of innovative solutions have arisen to fill the gap and restore some of the coverage that's been lost.

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