Rural State
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Poop pollution case reaches Michigan Supreme Court
State regulators want to crack down on pollution at livestock farms to protect water, but farmers think regulators are overstepping their authority.
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Maternity deserts in Michigan prompt local family physicians to bridge healthcare gaps in rural communities
@gandernewsroom Ever heard of a maternity desert? You might even live in one. These are counties in Michigan with no obstetric care or providers. While statewide initiatives and groups work on the problem of maternity deserts, family physicians are working on filling the gaps in care for people of reproductive age. Dr. Kari Beth Watts…
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Four Michigan tribes receive funds to support recycling initiatives
Four tribes in Michigan will receive funding from the US Environmental Protection Agency for recycling and waste management initiatives.
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Maternity wards are closing in Michigan—this local doctor is looking for solutions
A family physician looks for ways to fill the health care gap for rural patients.
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State grants to make country living even more affordable in Michigan
Millions of dollars in state funds are helping Michigan towns build more affordable housing—and the investments could help rural communities more than most.
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Federal grants to fix up 8 Michigan parks—and preserve a big chunk of the Upper Peninsula
Funding from President Biden’s American Rescue Plan is being put to work in Michigan to improve outdoor recreation and protect about 8,000 acres of land.
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Farmers call for federal ‘safety net’ after toxic sludge sinks Michigan cattle farm
Farmers want more testing for PFAS on agricultural land, as well as federal resources to ensure their livelihoods are protected.
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Meet the Okemos woman helping nearby feral cats live better lives
Rural communities across Michigan are co-existing with feral cats—here’s how.
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Biden invests $5 billion to support rural communities, including in Michigan
Nearly $4 million will be used to upgrade the internet service of 56 people in Chippewa County. The Tribe of Chippewa Indians will also participate in the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) Lifeline and Affordable Connectivity Program in order to get improved internet access as well.
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Yes, Bat Week is a real thing. Here’s how to protect them in Michigan
Move over Shark Week—it’s time to celebrate Michigan’s most fascinating and misunderstood mammal: the bat.
