Ann Arbor, Michigan

Saint Joseph Mercy Health System builds on sustainability efforts with DTE Energy’s MIGreenPower program

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Wednesday, April 21, 2021
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b"Saint Joseph Mercy Health System (SJMHS), part of Trinity Health Michigan, today announced its enrollment in DTE Energy\xe2\x80\x99s MIGreenPower voluntary renewable energy program.

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  • b"Saint Joseph Mercy Health System (SJMHS), part of Trinity Health Michigan, today announced its enrollment in DTE Energy\xe2\x80\x99s MIGreenPower voluntary renewable energy program.
  • Joe\xe2\x80\x99s participating hospitals are St. Joseph Mercy Ann Arbor, St. Joseph Mercy Oakland and St. Mary Mercy Livonia.\n\xe2\x80\x9cFor our patients, employees and communities, we know that reducing pollution is important to the health of both our bodies and our planet,\xe2\x80\x9d said Rob Casalou, president and CEO, Trinity Health Michigan.
  • \xe2\x80\x9cWe already have several measures in place to increase sustainability practices across our system.
  • DTE is committed to serving with its energy through volunteerism, education and employment initiatives, philanthropy and economic progress.

Michigan Ross to Host Virtual Positive Business Conference

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Thursday, April 22, 2021
Philanthropists, Businesspeople, Ross School of Business, Ross School, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, Stephen M. Ross, Business school, Ross, Philanthropy

b'ANN ARBOR, Mich., April 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Stephen M. Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan will host its annual Positive Business Conference an event aimed at informing and discussing topics related to improving workplace culture and delivering tangible business results on May 13-14, 2021.\nThe theme for this year\'s virtual conference is "Meaningful Engagement in a Fragmented Time: Connecting with Self, Others, and Society."

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  • b'ANN ARBOR, Mich., April 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Stephen M. Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan will host its annual Positive Business Conference an event aimed at informing and discussing topics related to improving workplace culture and delivering tangible business results on May 13-14, 2021.\nThe theme for this year\'s virtual conference is "Meaningful Engagement in a Fragmented Time: Connecting with Self, Others, and Society."
  • "\nMichigan Ross held its first Positive Business Conference in 2014.
  • Since then, the conference has annually drawn hundreds of attendees seeking to learn from Michigan Ross faculty experts and other business thought leaders on how to create more mindful employees, deeper organizational engagement, and awareness surrounding the positive role of business within the global community.\nThe Stephen M. Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan is a diverse learning community grounded in the principle that business can be an extraordinary vehicle for positive change in today\'s dynamic global economy.
  • Through thought and action, members of the Ross community drive change and innovation that improves business and society.\nMichigan Ross is consistently ranked among the world\'s leading business schools.

Foundation Transition Continues Prominent Washtenaw County Philanthropy

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Friday, April 9, 2021
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The Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation (AAACF), Washtenaw Countys dedicated endowment, will now proudly carry on the philanthropic legacy of one of the countys oldest and most prominent family foundations, the Buhr Foundation.

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  • The Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation (AAACF), Washtenaw Countys dedicated endowment, will now proudly carry on the philanthropic legacy of one of the countys oldest and most prominent family foundations, the Buhr Foundation.
  • The Buhr Foundation will cease its operations as a private foundation and family members will continue their philanthropy in perpetuity through donor-advised funds of AAACF.
  • Since making its first grant in 1954, the Buhr Foundation has supported dozens of nonprofit organizations.
  • The Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation (AAACF) manages more than $170M in charitable assets and enriches the quality of life across Washtenaw County by distributing millions of dollars annually in grants, scholarships, and investments.

Workit Health Awarded Grant to Grow Ann Arbor Headquarters and Bring Tech Jobs to Michigan

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Thursday, April 1, 2021
Regions of the United States, Ann Arbor, Michigan, Metro Detroit, United States, Arbor, Michigan

Workit Health joins other leading tech startups in creating competitive job opportunities for professionals in Michigan.

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  • Workit Health joins other leading tech startups in creating competitive job opportunities for professionals in Michigan.
  • "Workit Health, headquartered in Ann Arbor, has a close relationship with the tech community in the region, and is eager to leverage the talent in Michigan to further expand access to treatment," Lisa McLaughlin, Workit's Co-Founder says.
  • "Robin and I both have ties to Ann Arbor and intentionally decided to grow the company here.
  • We're pleased to work with our partners at the city of Ann Arbor and Ann Arbor SPARK to support this project, and we look forward to working with Workit Health as the company continues to grow and expand in Michigan."

Ann Arbor & Grand Rapids voted among most charming small cities in the US

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Monday, March 29, 2021
Regions of the United States, Ann Arbor, Michigan, Metro Detroit, Michigan, Geography of the United States, United States

To be eligible for inclusion, the destination had to have a population of fewer than 250,000 people.

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  • To be eligible for inclusion, the destination had to have a population of fewer than 250,000 people.
  • The votes were then added up to produce the top 30.
  • Located in southeast Michigan's Lower Peninsula and home to the sprawling University of Michigan, Ann Arbor combines a youthful energy and cultural buzz with a cosy charm.
  • Also faring well are Florida (Naples, St. Augustine), New York (Ithaca, Saratoga Springs), and South Carolina (Charleston, Greenville).

Stoneweg US Announces "Green" Partnership with Environmental Champion Arbor Day Foundation

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Monday, March 29, 2021
Forestry, Reforestation, Natural environment, Environmental conservation, Urban forestry, Arbor Day Foundation, Environmental education, Forest management, Arbor Day, Tree planting, Arbor, Ann Arbor, Michigan

"We are thrilled to partner with the Arbor Day Foundation whose mission is very much aligned with our own core principles and corporate values," said Patrick Richard, CEO for Stoneweg US.

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  • "We are thrilled to partner with the Arbor Day Foundation whose mission is very much aligned with our own core principles and corporate values," said Patrick Richard, CEO for Stoneweg US.
  • "Thanks to partners like Stoneweg US, we can continue to work towards our 100 million trees goal in the Time for Trees initiative," said Dan Lambe, President, Arbor Day Foundation.
  • Founded in 1972, the Arbor Day Foundation has grown to become the largest nonprofit membership organization dedicated to planting trees, with more than one million members, supporters and valued partners.
  • Since 1972, more than 400 million Arbor Day Foundation trees have been planted in neighborhoods, communities, cities and forests throughout the world.

Beztak Opens Newest All Seasons Luxury Senior Living Community In Ann Arbor

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Thursday, March 18, 2021
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FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., March 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Beztak Properties announced today that All Seasons Ann Arbor, Ann Arbors' newest active independent living community, has opened and is inviting seniors and their families to schedule a tour.

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  • FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., March 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Beztak Properties announced today that All Seasons Ann Arbor, Ann Arbors' newest active independent living community, has opened and is inviting seniors and their families to schedule a tour.
  • All Seasons Ann Arbor, at the corner of Dixboro and Geddes Road in Ann Arbor Township, is the newest community to join the All Seasons portfolio, Beztak Properties' luxury senior living brand.
  • All Seasons Ann Arbor opened and began welcoming residents in January, purposefully with less fanfare to remain conscious of COVID-19 restrictions.
  • For those that seek the joys of senior living, the unique approach at All Seasons Ann Arbor is evident.

Open Spina Bifida Survivor Shares Struggles With Spirituality and Celebrates the Profound Power of God in Poetic Memoir

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Monday, March 15, 2021
Concordia, Ann Arbor, Michigan, Geography of Michigan, Michigan, States of the United States

He has also been on crutches for 11 years due to a severely torn knee.

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  • He has also been on crutches for 11 years due to a severely torn knee.
  • He has also released his latest book, God Spoke to Me, which delves into his incredible story of survival and faith.
  • I have seen the impact firsthand as the Head Womens Soccer Coach at Concordia University, Ann Arbor.
  • I am grateful to have Roscoe at Concordia because his positivity is contagious to the entire university.

NSF International Recognized by Forbes Among America's Best Midsize Employers 2021

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Tuesday, February 9, 2021
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ANN ARBOR, Mich., Feb. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --NSF International has earned the honor of being named one of 2021's Best Midsize Employers in America by Forbes Magazine.

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  • ANN ARBOR, Mich., Feb. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --NSF International has earned the honor of being named one of 2021's Best Midsize Employers in America by Forbes Magazine.
  • Across 25 industry sectors, 1,000 employers have been awarded, 500 large employers and 500 midsize employers.
  • "We are honored to be recognized by Forbes and to be named among such an impressive roster of companies.
  • With operations in 180 countries, NSF International is a Pan American Health Organization/World Health Organization (WHO) Collaborating Center on Food Safety, Water Quality and Indoor Environment.

Michigan's Top Youth Volunteers of 2021 Selected by National Program

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Tuesday, February 9, 2021
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NEWARK, N.J., Feb. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Maansi Nema, 17, of Novi and Isabel Sutton, 12, of Ann Arbor today were named Michigan's top youth volunteers of 2021 by The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards, America's largest youth recognition program based exclusively on volunteer service.

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  • NEWARK, N.J., Feb. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Maansi Nema, 17, of Novi and Isabel Sutton, 12, of Ann Arbor today were named Michigan's top youth volunteers of 2021 by The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards, America's largest youth recognition program based exclusively on volunteer service.
  • Maansi never even considered the possibility that she could become an engineer until she took a computer programming class.
  • "I fell in love with the constant problem-solving, perseverance and logic it took to solve challenging computer science problems," she said.
  • Several Distinguished Finalists and runners-up were also selected in each state, and all qualifying applicants received President's Volunteer Service Awards.