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Notes From The Field

Finding Common Ground: why we’re gathering in Grand Rapids this fall

By John Montgomery

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Building Communities

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April 30, 2026

On October 28-29, we’re bringing together a cross-section of community leaders to move past the usual high-level theories and get into the real how-to of community transformation

83 Degrees announces changing of the guard

By Christopher Curry

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General

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April 29, 2026

Andrea Daly succeeds Founder and longtime Publisher Diane Egner, who will stay involved with 83 Degrees.

A young African American girl walks across a row of tree stumps in front of a mural. The mural features a city and a house, as well as depictions of the water cycle.

Is 2026 the Year of the Neighborhood?

By Hayley Roberts

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Inside IMG

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March 11, 2026

At IMG, we have the distinct pleasure of reporting on people making a big impact on their communities. And the truth is, they’re often starting small.

Be wary about ominous encroachments on the First Amendment

By John Montgomery

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Inside IMG

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February 16, 2026

We all should remain keenly attuned to the ongoing threat to the First Amendment, and its vital importance should be a place of common ground.

Solutions that work, from communities like yours. Explore innovative stories from across our network showcasing how neighborhoods are solving today’s challenges together.

Planet Smilez program gives students hands-on dental career experience
April 30, 2026 By Shandra Martinez
Child Abuse Prevention Month spotlights year-round efforts to support parents, protect children
April 30, 2026 By Philip Morgan
Metro Detroit schools see progress in reducing chronic absenteeism. Here’s how they’re doing it
April 29, 2026 By Laura Fitzgerald
Seeking help: What the mental health care journey looks like
April 28, 2026 By Meg LeDuc
On-Demand Coaching helps Michigan municipalities and their small businesses build a winning team
April 28, 2026 By Estelle Slootmaker
Happier, more connected neighborhoods start right in the front yard
April 27, 2026 By Conrad Kickert, University at Buffalo and Kelly Gregg, University at Buffalo
Neighborhood nonprofit rehabs houses to help new homeowners and break the rent cycle
April 25, 2026 By Mark Wedel
Agricultural work is dangerous – but good communication can save lives in Colorado
April 25, 2026 By Source Author
How an Indiana organization is defending voting rights through education and advocacy
April 24, 2026 By Lauren Caggiano

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