When the Gaylord solar farm was first proposed, it sparked intense debate. Residents expressed concerns about its impact on soil health, hunting, viewsheds, and property values. Many worries were based on misconceptions rather than facts. One common misconception was...
This op-ed first published in Most people who live in Northern Michigan do so because of our love of place. I’m sure we all picture specific places in our minds when we hear Tim Allen’s voice as he highlights the beauty of Pure Michigan — I always think about kayaking...
This op-ed first published in Independence and freedom are bedrock principles of the United States. But for too long, we’ve relied on fossil fuels like oil, gas, and coal under the belief that they provide the independence we, as Americans, value. However, we’ve...
We at Groundwork are heartbroken to share that our dear colleague, Holly T. Bird, has walked on. In the Anishinaabe way, when someone begins their journey to the spirit world, -ba is added to their name as a way to honor that passage. From this point forward, she will...
As winter becomes spring in northern Michigan, we have more light and longer days. As we reset for a new season, we must also stay actively engaged in the events that are shaping this country. These have been challenging months for the many of us who are concerned...
By Zoe ZeeripGreat Lakes Business Network Coordinator On a blustery winter day in the heart of Detroit, climate activists, business owners, policymakers, and community leaders gathered at the Detroit Hispanic Development Corporation with one unifying message: “Climate...