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Let Peace Reign event moves virtual, provides a variety of speakers including Anti-Racist Midland

Gabrielle HaidererThursday, September 17, 2020
The Isabella County Human Rights Committee’s 3rd Annual Let Peace Reign event is scheduled for Sept. 19 from 5-7 p.m. virtually and will feature a variety of speakers, including the Mt. Pleasant Mayor, Anti-Racist Midland, Ebony Steward, representatives from the Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe and Central Michigan University, and there will be several entertainers.
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Meet the restoration team reviving the community’s most historical artifacts damaged by the flood

Courtney SouleThursday, September 3, 2020
A team from both DFD Documents Restoration Services and Art Recovery Technologies came to Midland in May to recover artifacts and other items from the Herbert D. Doan History Center and Heritage Park. Here is the story of the restoration process.
Feature Story 360list Arts and Culture

Creative 360 kicks off Karma Month this fall and welcomes new Executive Director Dr. Laura Vosejpka

Courtney SouleThursday, September 3, 2020
Creative 360 welcomed Dr. Laura Vosejpka as their new executive director  recently and the organization is kicking off many new events and efforts this fall.
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Delta College documentary about Michigan agriculture provides food for thought

MJ GalbraithThursday, September 3, 2020
A new documentary from Delta College Public Media explains how Michigan's 47,600 farms contribute more than $104 billion to the state's economy each year.
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Rise, roast and reuse: Couple kicks off a business trifecta in Midland

Courtney SouleThursday, August 27, 2020
A husband and wife duo with a chemistry and art background kick off a new chapter with bread, beer and coffee, opening Mi Element Grains and Grounds this summer.
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Comprehensive care: MidMichigan Health brings pediatric treatment under one roof

Courtney SouleThursday, August 27, 2020
The Pediatric Center for Rehabilitation and Behavioral Health brings treatment for children with a variety of needs together, creating an environment for success. The Center specializes in providing all pediatric rehabilitative services including physical, occupational, ABA, and speech-language therapies for children ages birth through young adult. 

 

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Long-Term Recovery Group eyes ongoing needs and aligns volunteer efforts for flood victims

Courtney SouleThursday, August 27, 2020

While the water is long gone, the damage still remains and that is now the focus of the Long-Term Recovery Group for the 2020 Mid-Michigan flooding. 

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Local family is organizing volunteers to build beds for kids in need

Sarah SextonThursday, August 27, 2020
Brian Rueger started an Auburn chapter of a national organization that builds bunk beds for kids without a place to sleep. The first community build day is September 12 in Midland.
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Local academic institutions take steps to be a solution in the conversation about racial injustice

GABRIELLE HAIDERERThursday, August 27, 2020
The presidents of Central Michigan University, Mid Michigan College, Saginaw Valley State University, and Delta College each have a unique approach to guiding their institutions to join the conversation about racial injustice. 
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A Missing Middle makeover: Developer Jenifer Acosta takes on flood-impacted property in Midland

Courtney SouleThursday, August 13, 2020
Missing Middle Housing has always been something developer Jenifer Acosta has advocated for, and recently she put a shovel in a new project in Midland.
Feature Story HHM List Arts and Culture

Hell’s Half Mile brings re-imagined festival to Bay City

Denyse ShannonThursday, August 13, 2020
The spotlight shines on the annual Hell’s Half Mile Film and Music Festival this fall as organizers plan both in-person and virtual events. 
Feature Story piano list Arts and Culture

Placemaking plays: Pianos inspire community and connection in 2020 with Art Plays

Courtney SouleThursday, August 6, 2020
Three of the artists behind the 2020 Public Arts Midland effort Art Plays, on their inspiration and the community connection the effort has created.
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Mid Michigan College launches new outdoor education effort with industry experts

Courtney SouleThursday, August 6, 2020
A new collaboration between Mid Michigan College and Rusted Rooster Media brings new, collaborative, outdoor education to the region.
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Street art festival in Bay City goes virtual and attracts national attention

Kathy RobertsThursday, August 6, 2020
COVID-19 forced the 2020 Chalk Walk Art Festival off the streets and onto a virtual platform. Now, the Bay City festival is attracting artists from around the nation.
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Local soup kitchens seek help as pandemic increases food insecurity, costs, and demand for services

Gabrielle HaidererThursday, August 6, 2020

Learn how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted local soup kitchens and what you can do to help.  

Feature Story cementlist Arts and Culture

A canvas for community: Barricades in Downtown Midland serve as artistic additions to outdoor spaces

Courtney SouleThursday, July 23, 2020
With a little creativity and some artistic expression, Downtown Midland has gained extra outdoor seating and eight new public art pieces.
Feature Story DIList Diversity

Four big ideas on diversity and inclusion from MYPros D&I panelists

Courtney SouleThursday, July 23, 2020

Four members of the Midland community on how Midland can both support and attract a more diverse population.  

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Growing a legacy: Dr. Ange Phillips on putting down roots in her hometown around naturopathic care

Courtney SouleThursday, July 16, 2020
Dr. Ange Phillips, ND on returning home to practice naturopathic medicine, continuing the legacy of care of Dr. Kim Palka and why food should be our medicine. 
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Constructing your future: How skilled trades provide great alternative to higher education

Liz FredendallThursday, July 16, 2020
How high-value roles in the skilled trades provide a path to career stability and success at little or no cost to students. 
Feature Story angeList1 Healthy Communities

Q&A with Dr. Angela Phillips, ND on the benefits of naturopathic medicine

Courtney SouleThursday, July 16, 2020
After a career change to pursue her passion, Angela (Ange) Phillips left her job in the chemical industry to pursue her doctoral degree in naturopathic medicine. We caught up with her on what are the benefits of working with a naturopathic doctor and some of her most impactful work.
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