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Juneteenth, Independence Day for all people
As part of our ongoing series of equity writings, today we share thoughts from Marshall Collins about Juneteenth National Independence Day, the federal holiday commemorating the day when, in Galveston, Texas, the last slaves in the United States were freed. Their...
Ice Storm Farm Relief Fund profile: Heart’s Pasture Farm
Photo courtesy Heart's Pasture Farm. A dozen counties in northern Lower Michigan experienced a disastrous ice storm that lasted from March 28 through 30, 2025. The storm is long gone but the damage remains and farmers need the help of all of us to repair extensive...
Exciting expansion of local food access thru BRC program
Above: Christina Barkel, Groundwork, and Sam LaSusa, of East Bay Charter Township. “Often, our neighbors do not know how to make dishes with fresh produce.” “Having a garden at our center will help children learn many skills, including about the environment, healthy...