Features

One of the displays at Bookmarks features books with Michigan themes.

Entrepreneurship

A new Midland bookstore starts first chapter downtown

Sarah SpohnThursday, April 20, 2023

You can browse the shelves or sit and read at Bookmarks, now open on Townsend Street in Midland.

The Cable Access Advisory Commission advises City Council on matters related to MCTV.

Community Development

Make a difference - serve on a board or commission

Ralph E. WirtzThursday, April 20, 2023

The City of Midland and Midland County seek applicants for service on their boards and commissions.

Partner Content

April is Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month

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Autism Alliance of Michigan is the trusted resource for the autism community

Autism Alliance of MichiganTuesday, April 18, 2023

The Autism Alliance of Michigan (AAoM) is here to help ensure Michiganders with autism reach their greatest potential.

Transportation

Changing one-way streets to two-way?

Ralph E. WirtzThursday, April 13, 2023

City of Midland is considering changing how traffic flows on Ashman and Rodd Streets. The public has several opportunities to provide input.

Over 80 vendors will showcase their wares and services.

Economic Development

Inspiration for your next home improvement

Ron BeacomThursday, April 13, 2023

The Home & Outdoor Living Expo returns to Dow Diamond, April 29-30.

Positions in day care and preschools are difficult to fill.

Kids and Education

Childcare Innovation Team tackles funding and staffing shortages

Carly LillardThursday, April 13, 2023

Diverse group of community members comes together to help our children.

The front room of an adult foster home in Allegan.

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Smaller does mean better for residents in adult foster care homes

Joanne Bailey-BoorsmaTuesday, April 11, 2023

OnPoint and Northern Lakes Community Mental Health share how adult foster care homes empower Michiganders with disabilities while enriching our communities.

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Through joyful play of Sibshops, youngsters find new ways to relate to siblings with disabilities

Brooke MarshallMonday, April 10, 2023

Sibshops give kids who have siblings living with disabilities the opportunity to connect, share their experiences, ask questions, and offer advice.

In The News

Midland Daily News will celebrate 165 years of newspapers serving Midland in May.

Community Development

Community Newspapers profiled in Delta College Public TV (PBS) program

Ron BeacomThursday, April 6, 2023

A concerning trend has seen 25% of newspapers in the nation cease publication. A local PBS program examines the role they play in a community. The Midland Daily News and The Pinconning Journal are featured.

Aerial view of the Tridge and riverfront

Community Development

City parks and rec to review master plan for $14.1 million riverfront project

Ralph E. WirtzThursday, April 6, 2023

Plans are underway to redevelop the riverfront in downtown Midland.

Community Development

Max Loves Midland Campaign aims to unite residents by building community

Sarah SpohnThursday, April 6, 2023

The Midland Area Community Foundation’s latest initiative, "Max Loves Midland," aims to create a sense of pride and togetherness within the community. The website and community calendar tool act as a hub for entertainment, resources, and community connections.

Team members of "Like a Boss" of Midland High School work on their robot.

Kids and Education

High school robotics celebrates science

Katy KildeeThursday, April 6, 2023

Several local high school teams are up to the challenge of competing in robotics!

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Carter Kits help first responders take better care of patients with Autism Spectrum DisorderNorthern Michigan community mental health agencies providing the kits.

Rylee BarnsdaleTuesday, April 4, 2023

North Country Community Mental Health and Northern Lakes Community Mental Health provide Carter Kits to first responders. The kits contain sensory items that help distract children with Autism Spectrum Disorder from the stress of being involved in an emergency situation.

Tawny Ryan Nelb is the owner of Nelb Archival Consulting, Inc.

Arts and Culture

Profile Q&A w/Tawny Ryan Nelb-Part 2

Ron BeacomThursday, March 23, 2023

In this Profile Q&A, during Women’s History Month, we connect again with Tawny Ryan Nelb, an award winning archivist, who lives in Midland. She offers some advice on preserving your organization or family’s history.

The series of STEM-based adventures provides educational, engaging entertainment for kids and families during seasonal and holiday breaks.

Kids and Education

STEM Staycations encourage families to explore locally this spring break

Sarah SpohnThursday, March 23, 2023

Spring break means travel for many families, but a regional campaign, STEM Staycation Promotions, is tailored to those who are looking to explore locally.

Lou E. Loon is the mascot of the Great Lakes Loons.

Scene

Loons hope to make more memories in 2023

Ralph E. WirtzThursday, March 23, 2023

The Great Lakes Loons are just two weeks away from opening their baseball season with a focus on creating a great experience for fans.

Check-in area of St. Clair Community Mental Health in Port Huron.

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Michigan community mental health agencies recognize families' role in treatment

Joanne Bailey-BoorsmaTuesday, March 21, 2023

Michigan's CMHs rely on families to help recovery and ensure that people function at their highest level.

Akilah Senior is the owner of Prim Sage Boutique.

Economic Development

Prim Sage Boutique provides an upscale shopping experience

Sarah SpohnThursday, March 16, 2023

Prim Sage Boutique in downtown Midland, offers local shoppers an upscale boutique experience. The store, which opened last November, specializes in business casual attire, selling women's fancy blouses, dresses and a small section of menswear.

Arts and Culture

Profile Q&A with Tawny Ryan Nelb

Ron BeacomThursday, March 16, 2023

In this Profile Q&A, during Women’s History Month, we introduce you to Tawny Ryan Nelb, an archivist, who makes her home here in Midland. History has been the focus of her career and life.