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Our unparalleled natural resources and our deeply rooted agricultural heritage are assets to be enjoyed and protected. We envision a state with a strong and diversified economy that offers opportunities for people from all walks of life: new jobs throughout the state in clean energy and agriculture; towns and cities that are vibrant, exciting centers of community, arts, culture, and commerce; and

Are Trains Now the Most Luxurious Way to Travel? (Gift Article) 06/17/2026

Luxury in travel isn't always about opulence, it's about comfort, ease, and enjoying the journey. Unlike driving or flying, train travel lets you relax, read, work, nap, or simply take in the scenery. Most of us may never experience the world's most extravagant rail journeys, like the ones featured in this NYT article, but incorporating rail into your next trip might reveal a different kind of luxury: the freedom to slow down and enjoy the ride.

Are Trains Now the Most Luxurious Way to Travel? (Gift Article) From Angola to Turkmenistan, sumptuously outfitted railroad cars are taking passengers on over-the-top journeys back in time.

06/10/2026

Get your name on the list of commenters at the upcoming Line 5 public online hearing! Groundwork Climate & Environment program director Ashley Rudzinski explains how important it is to share your thoughts! Sign up for to comment here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_OhIfj94BQDOY4mDXu57Imw #/registration

06/10/2026

If you’ve been thinking about supporting Groundwork, this is a really meaningful moment to do so.

Right now, a generous donor is matching all new and increased gifts—up to $10,000.

That means your support goes twice as far in helping us:
– strengthen local food systems
– expand clean energy
– and build better ways to connect our communities

This work doesn’t happen overnight. It’s built step by step, with people who care deeply about this place.

People like you.

If you’re able to give, we’d be so grateful to have you with us in this: https://groundworkcenter.org/donate-today/

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Traverse City, MI
49686