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A Changing Place improves accessibility
Stephanie M. Yancer
Thursday, September 14, 2023
A new, first of its kind “inclusive” restroom facility will be built in Grove Park.
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Kids and Education
Michigan looks to create a better career path for early childhood educators
Joanne Bailey-Boorsma
Wednesday, September 13, 2023
Improved career pathways, state incentives, and improved wages are essential to recruiting and retaining the early education workforce needed for the PreK for All roll-out.
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Neighboring Week planning underway
Ralph E. Wirtz
Thursday, August 31, 2023
There are a variety of ways you can take part in Neighboring Week in Midland, September 24-30.
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Operation 40K: A population growth initiative for the Great Lakes Bay Region
Abby Keeley-Scherzer
Thursday, August 31, 2023
A multi-tiered effort is underway to increase the region's population.
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Second Wave - Michigan
Kids and Education
PreK for All listening sessions gather feedback from parents, childcare providers, and educators
Ashley King
Wednesday, August 30, 2023
PreK for All listening sessions in Michigan's 10 prosperity regions gather feedback from parents, childcare providers, and educators.
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Community mental health agencies want more options for helping Michigan's children
Ashley King
Tuesday, August 29, 2023
Michigan's community mental health agencies address children’s mental health care but need legislative change to do it better.
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Midland Area Wellbeing Coalition’s goal is to foster a thriving community
Sarah Spohn
Thursday, August 24, 2023
The Midland Area Wellbeing Coalition works with over 50 organizations to offer workshops, training and other resources focused on overall wellbeing in and out of the workplace.
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Community invited to panel discussion focused on Honesty and Transparency
Carly Lillard
Thursday, August 24, 2023
The Breaking Bread Village is breaking down barriers to important conversations. Their next LIVE show is on August 29.
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What to do with unwanted electronics and appliances
Amy Hutchinson
Thursday, August 24, 2023
When a TV or computer dies, it often sits on a shelf in the basement or garage. Catalyst learned how you can properly dispose of it.
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Health and wellness are the building blocks for a successful school year
AAoM helps little Michiganders with autism be prepared.
Autism Alliance of Michigan
Wednesday, August 23, 2023
Prioritizing children’s health and wellness is the first step toward ensuring they are prepared for a successful school year and able to fully participate in learning.
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Help offered for families of persons living with a mental illness
Sarah Spohn
Thursday, August 17, 2023
The Midland affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) has opened registration for their free Family-to-Family program this fall. The eight-session course helps caregivers and family members of those living with a mental illness.
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Catalyst Community: Teaching
Thursday, August 17, 2023
In the latest in a series of columns from different perspectives in the community, Catalyst focuses on the important role teachers have in our lives.
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Midland excited by flood remediation grants
Ralph E. Wirtz
Thursday, August 17, 2023
The new state budget provides money to help the City of Midland mitigate future floods.
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PreK for All: Other states and cities share models for Michigan’s universal preschool program
Joanne Bailey-Boorsma
Wednesday, August 16, 2023
A wealth of knowledge is available from other states and cities in building a universal preschool program for Michigan.
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Midland returns to school for fall semester
Carly Lillard
Wednesday, August 16, 2023
Students can't lose with the wide variety of high-quality educational opportunities in Midland.
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Rides, entertainment, food and fun await at the Midland County Fair
Sarah Spohn
Thursday, August 10, 2023
It’s that time of year – fair time! The 85th annual Midland County Fair brings education, entertainment, food, and rides to the community from Aug. 13-19.
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Balance classes for seniors are popular
Ralph E. Wirtz
Thursday, August 10, 2023
Keep moving, Senior Services activity director advises.
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Spend 24 Hours in Midland with Jeff Rekeweg
Katy Kildee
Thursday, August 10, 2023
Jeff Rekeweg is a figure that can't be overlooked, involved in Midland's sports scene and now the world of food and drink.
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River Days brings free family fun to Midland
Sarah Spohn
Thursday, July 27, 2023
An annual family event, River Days, returns to Midland, with food, fun, and free entertainment, August 3-6.
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Catalyst Community: Try Something New
Thursday, July 27, 2023
In the latest in a series of columns from different perspectives in our community, Catalyst Midland focuses on how you can benefit from trying something new.
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