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The growing STEM Ecosystem in the Great Lakes Bay Region

With the help of the Great Lakes Bay Regional Alliance, our community is home to several resources to help local students get involved with STEM education in order to prepare for the workforce of tomorrow.

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31 local students inducted into Jobs for Michigan’s Graduates Career Association

The Jobs for Michigan’s Graduates (JMG) program at Windover High School welcomed 31 new members into the organization’s Career Association on January 25.

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Development seminar spurs ideas for the Great Lakes Bay Region

If you're ever passed an old building and thought, "that would be good as..." you might have what it takes to be a small-scale developer. A recent seminar touched on the skills required to make that happen and how you can make the most of opportunities in the Great Lakes Bay Region.

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Q&A with Rachel Baker from The Arc of Midland

Rachel Baker, development coordinator with The Arc of Midland on the importance of helping those with intellectual and developmental disabilities and how you can volunteer with the organization.

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Residents dream up the next generation use of Grove Park

Grove Park is situated right in Midland's Midtown District. As a public space with a good amount of history, a recent community outreach and planning session was held to determine what the next generation of the park looks like.

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New app puts Midland MCM architecture on the map

Mid-Century Modern Midland, a new local initiative by the Alden B. Dow Home and Studio and other partners, puts Midlands finest architecture on the map. Take a tour with this great resource today.

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Q&A with Helen Szabo and Taylor Cobb from Ieuter Insurance Group

Two new insurance agents at Ieuter Insurance in Downtown Midland talk to us about their respective roles and the key part that insurance plays in any investment or endeavor.

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MACF scholarship application deadline set for March 1, volunteers needed for review

Each year the Midland Area Community Foundation gives out hundreds of scholarships to high school seniors, current college students and adults retraining for the workforce. Here is how you can apply and get involved.

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Midland's Cultural Awareness Coalition is all about learning from diversity

With roots back to 1994, the Cultural Awareness Coalition aims to make the greater Midland community one of rich perspectives, diverse backgrounds and vibrant experience based on learning from citizens of different cultures.

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Q&A with Denise Berry, CEO of Family and Children's Services of Mid-Michigan

Denise Berry, the Chief Executive Officer at Family and Children's Services of Mid-Michigan on upcoming events, how the organization helps those in need and her first year on the job.

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A1 Painting shines new light on an old trade

A1 Painting is changing the local trade industry by bringing new life to an old trade and providing workers with a livable wage and increased skills.

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Winter events at City Forest you don't want to miss

Midland City Forest has a ton going on this winter and provides fun activities for all! Check out these three upcoming events.

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Q&A with Andrea Noonan, Executive Chef of the Great Lakes Loons

We catch up with Andrea Noonan, Executive Chef with the Great Lakes Loons about cooking for the players, what inspires her and her favorite thing to make.

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The science of search: Efforts behind Midland County Search and Rescue

Minutes are precious when a loved one is missing. In Midland County, we have a highly trained, all-volunteer civilian search and rescue organization. Using science-backed proven strategies, this little-known group gives back to the community in a big way.

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House hunting: Five great homes from around Midland to check out

If you're in the market for real estate this winter, it is still a good time to buy a home and often there is less competition among buyers. Here are five homes at different price points to check out.

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Q&A with Tony Stamas of the Midland Business Alliance

We catch up with Tony Stamas, the newly named President and CEO of the Midland Business Alliance, on his first few weeks on the job and what his priorities are for MBA.

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Simple as socks: Soctober donation makes lasting impact

Jaxon Lewis donated 5,683 pairs of socks this holiday season thanks to community help and his drive to give back to others. This is the impact it made and various other ways you can help local charities and those in need.

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Active in the Great Lakes Bay: Photos from 2018

In our community you can hit the trails in the morning, take in a festival during the day and catch the sunset sailing on the Saginaw Bay by night. Here are some of great moments from 2018.

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December in Midland: Fun and festive holiday attractions

From Whiting Forest to shows at Midland Center for the Arts, here are plenty of fun holiday things to do in and around Midland! Here are some things you can look forward to in December and beyond. 

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Q&A with Marcie Post of Midland Parks & Recreation

We talk to Marcie Post, Recreation Manager for Midland Parks & Recreation on upcoming winter events, the Santa Calling program and how you can get involved.