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Mid-Michigan group leading the way on cycling for transport and fitness
GABRIELLE HAIDERER
Tuesday, March 19, 2019
An increasing number of people across Mid-Michigan are turning to cycling as a form of transportation, as well as a way to stay in shape. With more cyclists on the road, changes are in the works both at the state and local level to keep everyone safe.
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Donut fear, you have many options made from scratch
Emily Schrems
Thursday, March 14, 2019
It's Pi Day, which we didn't actually plan for, but here are some of the best made-from-scratch options for fresh donuts in the region and what goes into making them each day.
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Entrepreneurship
Q&A with Jenny Saxman from Swae Detox Wellness Spa
Andrea Foster
Wednesday, March 13, 2019
The owner of Downtown Midland's newest wellness spa talks to us on moving back home from California, holistic wellness and her self-care 'must haves'.
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Arts and Culture
Great Lakes Bay Regional Alliance unveils theatre production of ‘Mamma Mia!’ with community partners
Courtney Soule
Wednesday, March 13, 2019
It's coming to the Great Lakes Bay Region! Thanks to the GLBRA, Midland Center for the Arts, Pit and Balcony Community Theatre and Bay City Players, a regional production of Mamma Mia! is scheduled for September 2019.
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Issue Media Group set to launch community-driven publication The Hub in Springfield, Ohio
Courtney Soule
Friday, March 8, 2019
Issue Media Group launches new publication with a focus on Springfield, Ohio.
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Arts and Culture
Worship and wonder: Mid-Century Modern churches in Midland
Ben Tierney
Thursday, March 7, 2019
Take a look inside three of Midland's places of worship known for their striking, Mid-Century Modern architecture.
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Botanica Modern Market brings lush plants and local finds to Midtown
Courtney Soule
Wednesday, March 6, 2019
A new home goods, gifts and plant store has opened it's doors in Midtown. The mother-daughter duo behind Botanica Modern Market has much to offer.
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Q&A with Dr. David Yonick of Yonick Plastic Surgery
Andrea Foster
Wednesday, March 6, 2019
We sat down with Dr. David Yonick of Yonick Plastic Surgery to discuss the services his practice offers and some of the things he likes best about living in Midland after moving from Chicago.
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Q&A with Keri Kenney owner of Alignment 8 Yoga + Cycle
Andrea Foster
Thursday, February 28, 2019
Keri Kenney, owner of Alignment 8 Yoga + Cycle, on taking a leap of faith in buying the business, A8's four-year anniversary and how exercise helps her deal with anxiety, depression and PTSD.
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Fifth annual Central Michigan Seed Swap draws record crowd
Andrea Foster
Wednesday, February 27, 2019
The Chippewa Nature Center recently hosted the fifth annual Central Michigan Seed Swap and welcomed nearly 400 people from across the state to celebrate, share and learn about everything from heirloom vegetables to growing micro greens.
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On taking the plunge: Three local women on making their own path
Courtney Soule
Thursday, February 21, 2019
The story of three local women who have taken the plunge and courageously made their own path in life share how they made it happen – on their own terms.
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Q&A with Kia Sebastian, international student at Northwood University
Andrea Foster
Wednesday, February 20, 2019
Kia Sebastian is an international student from the Philippines studying at Northwood University completing her second bachelor's degree. So far, she is enjoying the snow and learning about American culture before going back to continue working as a marine conservationist.
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Members First Credit Union manager donates hair to help kids with hair loss
Courtney Soule
Tuesday, February 19, 2019
Melanie Duke, branch manager at Member's First Credit Union, recently donated all of her hair to help kids suffering from hair loss.
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Catalyst Midland and Issue Media Group join Michigan Press Association
Issue Media Group
Friday, February 15, 2019
Catalyst Midland and Issue Media Group recently became members of the Michigan Press Association, more than doubling the number of online-only news organizations accepted into the 150-year-old organization.
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Three other ways to spread the love in Midland this Valentine’s Day
Courtney Soule
Thursday, February 14, 2019
Here are three great ideas to spread the love in Midland this Valentine's Day, or any other day of the year.
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Arts and Culture
Placemaking by paintbrush: MARKed ARTs and the artist behind our community murals
Courtney Soule
Wednesday, February 13, 2019
Mark Piotrowski is the brain and the brush behind MARKed ARTs and is responsible for many of the murals that can be seen around Midland and Bay City. Here is how Mark uses a paintbrush to inspire connection to place in the community.
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Q&A with Melissa Farley of the Midland Business Alliance Innovation Center
Andrea Foster
Wednesday, February 13, 2019
Melissa Farley, Director of the Innovation Center and Small Business at the Midland Business Alliance (MBA) on some great things that have come out of the Innovation Center, her favorite new spot to hang out in Midland and what she likes most about her role.
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Snow Machines Inc. provides snow all across the globe
Harsha Nahata
Wednesday, February 6, 2019
When the weather doesn't cooperate, Snow Machines Inc. is able to produce snow that looks and feels just like what comes from Mother Nature. We take a look into how this local, family-owned company makes snow all over the world.
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Regional MLK Jr. event recognizes students, celebrates diversity
Ben Tierney
Wednesday, February 6, 2019
Recently, students from the Great Lakes Bay Region were recognized for their community involvement at the 12th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Regional Celebration.
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Q&A with Scott MacNellis from LaLondes Market
Andrea Foster
Wednesday, February 6, 2019
We talk to Scott MacNellis from Midland's local, family-owned meat market on their specialty items, the history of the market and his own cooking skills.
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