Midland is currently undergoing a test for a reduction of traffic lanes downtown to increase walkability and all forms of commuter traffic. Here are a few other cities that have done the same with positive results and why those interested are advocating for the change.

Nolan Schooley, a Sanford native and pastry chef at The H Hotel in Downtown Midland was a recent contestant on the Food Network thanks in part to his training in high school from the Bay-Arenac ISD Career Center.

Local salon owner and Midland native Kelli Mason recently celebrated five years of business in Downtown Midland. With a growing portfolio, she uses the salon as her home base while teaching nationally.

Globally, 1 in 3 women is the victim of sexual assault or violence in their lifetime. The issue is global, national and local. Several organizations in the Midland area are aiming to make progress on that number in our community.

With the intent of creating community, Grove Tea Lounge will soon open its doors with several nods to the former structure, a previous branch of Chemical Bank. Designed by Alden B. Dow's team, this building will now have new life as a hub of connection.

We talk to Jacqueline Leapheart, marketing and fund development coordinator with Adoption Option, on the family services that the organization brings to the region.

Since 1986 Leadership Midland has produced over 1,1100 graduates who make an impact by putting new skills and relationships to use within the community.

Warner, Norcross + Judd is ahead of their growth plan and is expending in Downtown Midland soon. 

The first of its kind in the region, the mission of the Children’s Greif Center is to provide a healing environment for children, teens and their families who are grieving a death.

Brad Fierro, a Type 1 diabetic started his fermented food business, Civil Ferments, in his kitchen in 2012. He serves many farmers markets across Michigan and became a part of the Midland Area Farmers Market this year.