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Brightmoor's Artesian Farms and the power of impact investing

Council of Michigan Foundations Tuesday, December 20, 2016

In just 36 square feet of growing space, Detroit's Artesian Farms can grow as much produce as a 3700-square-foot conventional farm or garden. The owners credit a low-interest loan from the Max & Marjorie M. Fisher Foundation for their success. read on…

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Featured Video: Bingo Pet Salon

Tom Hendrickson Thursday, October 13, 2016

Bingo Pet Salon is a full-service dog and cat grooming facility in downtown Royal Oak that also offers dog walking and pet sitting services as well as groomer training classes. Learn more about this successful, independently-owned shop from owner Brian Lane, whose tireless commitment turned it into a thriving business. This video was produced by Hendrickson Video Productions Detroit. read on…

Featured Video: Detroit Mechanix

M-1 Studios Wednesday, September 07, 2016

The Detroit Mechanix (DMX) represent the American Ultimate Disc League, the first professional disc league in the sport of ultimate disc. Building on a community-centered, fan-driven, family-oriented team experience, the Mechanix seek to introduce the sport of ultimate disc to the masses. Assembled from all over Michigan, the gentlemen of DMX actively promote their love of the sport by participating in clinics, exhibitions, and appearances wherever and whenever they are able. read on…

Stand-up comedy showcase finds loyal following in unlikely venue

Michael Babbish Sunday, June 12, 2016

There's some unique venues in Detroit. But Recycle Here, where the monthly stand-up comedy showcase Chuckie Finster takes place, might take the cake (watch the video to see why the reference to cake was intentional and totally not cliched). read on…

Featured Video: What's Brewing in Oakland County

Matthew Stanton Sunday, January 24, 2016

There is no question that craft beer is experiencing explosive growth all over the country. With some of America's largest, top-ranked craft beer producers right here in Michigan, our Great Beer State is at the forefront of this exciting industry, and in Oakland County, there seems to be a new brewery opening every week. Here we take a look at relative newbies Farmington Brewing Company, Ascension Brewing Company in Novi, and North Center Brewing Company in Northville for their take on the booming craft of brewing and what it means for the local economy and the state of Michigan as a whole. read on…

Featured Video: What's Brewing in Oakland County

Matthew Stanton Saturday, January 09, 2016

There is no question that craft beer is experiencing explosive growth all over the country. With some of America's largest, top-ranked craft beer producers right here in Michigan, our Great Beer State is at the forefront of this exciting industry, and in Oakland County, there seems to be a new brewery opening every week. Here we take a look at relative newbies Farmington Brewing Company, Ascension Brewing Company in Novi, and North Center Brewing Company in Northville for their take on the booming craft of brewing and what it means for the local economy and the state of Michigan as a whole. read on…

Featured Video: Andrew Chmielewski

Matthew Stanton Monday, December 28, 2015

Andrew Chmielewski is the co-founder of Dave's Sweet Tooth, the largest manufacturer of specialty toffee products in Michigan, and Mitten Crate, a monthly subscription-based box delivery of Michigan-made artisan food products and specialty goods. He is part of the Elite 40 Under 40 Class of 2015. read on…

Inspiring stories from The Henry Ford's Innovation Nation: Heinz House

The Henry Ford Tuesday, December 15, 2015

The Henry Ford's Innovation Nation shares inspiring stories that showcase change makers and the possibilities for future progress. Before you start your holiday shopping, tour the home of H.J. Heinz, the man who changed the way the world shops. read on…

Inspiring stories from The Henry Ford's Innovation Nation: Smart Cart

The Henry Ford Friday, November 27, 2015

The Henry Ford’s Innovation Nation shares inspiring stories that showcase change makers and the possibilities for future progress. Imagine shopping for your Thanksgiving ingredients without waiting in a single line. Sound good? Now meet the inventors who are reimagining the shopping cart to radically change how we buy our groceries. read on…

Inspiring stories from The Henry Ford's Innovation Nation: Myo Armband

The Henry Ford Friday, November 13, 2015

The Henry Ford's Innovation Nation shares inspiring stories that showcase change makers and the possibilities for future progress. Stephen Lake is the inventor of the Myo Armband, a device that reads the movements of your arm muscles and translates those movements into action. read on…

Inspiring stories from The Henry Ford's Innovation Nation: Ben Glass

The Henry Ford Wednesday, November 04, 2015

The Henry Ford's Innovation Nation shares inspiring stories that showcase change makers and the possibilities for future progress. Meet Ben Glass, the inventor who's rethinking how we capture wind energy. read on…

Inspiring stories from The Henry Ford's Innovation Nation: Igor Sikorsky

The Henry Ford Monday, October 05, 2015

The Henry Ford's Innovation Nation shares inspiring stories that showcase change makers and the possibilities for future progress. Climb inside the Sikorsky VS-300, the first fully functioning helicopter. read on…

Inspiring stories from The Henry Ford's Innovation Nation: Algae Girl

The Henry Ford Thursday, September 17, 2015

The Henry Ford's Innovation Nation shares inspiring stories that showcase change makers and the possibilities for future progress. Sara Volz, aka "Algae Girl," is pioneering sustainable energy by producing algae by growing it under her bed. read on…

Inspiring stories from The Henry Ford's Innovation Nation: Roundhouse

The Henry Ford Thursday, September 03, 2015

The Henry Ford's Innovation Nation shares inspiring stories that showcase change makers and the possibilities for future progress. Step inside the DT&M Roundhouse, the innovation responsible for moving the massive metal machines at Greenfield Village. read on…

Inspiring stories from The Henry Ford's Innovation Nation: Age Progression Software

The Henry Ford Monday, August 10, 2015

The Henry Ford's Innovation Nation shares inspiring stories that showcase change makers and the possibilities for future progress. Explore software that can accurately age any facial picture to up to 80 years old. read on…