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Indiana Dinosaur Museum offers free teacher preview days for Indiana and Michigan educators
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The Indiana Dinosaur Museum is opening its doors to licensed PreK–12 teachers and school staff from Indiana and Michigan on three summer dates, giving educators free access to its exhibits and field trip information.
Detroit Legacy Tours opens July 1 with walking tours of downtown, Paradise Valley and Black Bottom
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Detroit Legacy Tours is launching July 1, 2026, with small-group walking tours focused on downtown Detroit and historic Black neighborhoods.
Michigan physician honored for leadership in pulmonary and sleep medicine
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Peggy N. Rahal, M.D., F.C.C.P., a Shelby Township physician and Medical Co-Director of Troy Sleep Center, PLC, is being recognized for nearly two decades of work in pulmonary, critical care, and sleep medicine.
University of Detroit Mercy MHSA earns CAHME reaccreditation for eight years
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CAHME has approved University of Detroit Mercy’s Master of Health Services Administration program for an eight-year reaccreditation term.
NVBDC opens registration for 2026 Mission: POSSIBLE conference in Detroit
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Registration is now open for NVBDC’s 2026 National Conference, set for Oct. 4-6 at the MotorCity Casino Hotel and Conference Center in Detroit.
Medical Marketing Whiz founder Lori Werner named among Michigan’s top women leaders for 2026
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Lori Werner, founder and chief marketing wiz of Medical Marketing Whiz, was named one of The Women We Admire’s Top Women Leaders of Michigan for 2026. The recognition spotlights her role in helping medical practices grow through healthcare…
Michigan board creates new special education committee
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The Michigan State Board of Education unanimously created a Special Education Committee, a move Autism Alliance of Michigan says could sharpen support for students with disabilities.
Michigan Marijuana Tours teams with Growing Pains for 7/10 cultivation and rosin tours
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Michigan Marijuana Tours and Growing Pains are offering limited 7/10 experiences in Kalamazoo and Paw Paw on July 10, 2026, giving cannabis consumers behind-the-scenes access to cultivation and solventless rosin production.
Michigan opens public comment on special education plan
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Michigan has opened public review of its federal special education application, giving families, advocates and educators a chance to weigh in before the state finalizes priorities for IDEA Part B. The comment period could shape how Michigan…
Hamadeh Educational Services leader expands career and ESL pathways
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Joumana Ali Hamadeh, CTE director and Title III coach at Hamadeh Educational Services in Dearborn Heights, Michigan, is leading program growth that links classroom learning to workforce skills.
Detroit Homebuyers Fair returns June 20 at Huntington Place
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Detroit’s free Homebuyers Fair comes back June 20 at Huntington Place with workshops, exhibitors and a keynote from Vivica A. Fox. The event is aimed at helping aspiring homeowners build the knowledge and connections needed to navigate the…
Vlasic Labs brings Michigan golf fundraiser back July 10
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Vlasic Labs will host the third annual Michigan Vlasic Classic at St. John’s Resort in Plymouth, Michigan, on July 10 to raise money for The Forgotten Prisoner Foundation and support former basketball player Jarred Shaw. The event underscores how…
Candice Nicholson launches AI assessment platform for schools
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Michigan Teacher of the Year Candice Nicholson has launched PerformanceXcel, an AI-powered instructional assessment platform aimed at helping educators grade faster and get classroom insights in seconds.
Creative Colors International adds new Metro Detroit franchisee territory
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Creative Colors International has opened a new franchise location in Garden City, Michigan, expanding its on-site repair and restoration footprint in the Metro Detroit area.
Debbie Stabenow backs Korey Hall for Michigan Senate race
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Former U.S. Sen. Debbie Stabenow endorsed Korey Hall for Michigan State Senate District 3 on Tuesday, giving the open-seat campaign a high-profile boost in Southeast Michigan.
Angela Sadler Williamson brings PBS series back to Detroit
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Emmy-nominated filmmaker Angela Sadler Williamson is returning to Detroit the week of June 15 to produce new episodes of her KLCS PBS series, spotlighting local stories of resilience and leadership.
Bankole Thompson to give Juneteenth keynote at Detroit civil rights conference
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Detroit journalist and author Bankole Thompson will open the 15th Annual National Civil Rights Conference on June 19, 2026, with a keynote focused on media power, democratic accountability and economic justice.
Baker College to Appear in AMERICA 250 Documentary Series
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Baker College will be featured in AMERICA 250, a national documentary series debuting on USA TODAY in July 2026 to mark the nation’s 250th anniversary.
Marlys Neis reflects on a career built around nursing, teaching and resilience
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Marlys Neis is being spotlighted for a career that spans more than five decades in healthcare leadership, education and caregiving, alongside her work as an author and speaker.
Bankole Thompson marks America 250 with call for democratic renewal
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Journalist and economic justice advocate Bankole Thompson says the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence should be a test of the nation’s moral courage, not just a celebration.
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