A new thrift store, Hooves & Hearts, sells donated items to support 4-H programs, and youth with special needs in Midland County. With a successful opening on March 1, the store aims to give back even more to the community later this year.   

The Bridge Food Center in Midland, a non-profit, offers groceries just above wholesale prices.

Alden B. Dow Home and Studio public tours are now available for reservations. The historic architectural standout opens its doors for 1.5-hour long tours through colorful and naturally-lit space.

 In the latest in a series of columns from different perspectives in our community, Catalyst Midland focuses on mental health and a program offered by NAMI Midland to help families help their loved ones struggling with mental illness.

Midland County youth reported overall declines in traits that reduce risk-taking behavior, according to the latest Midland County Youth Study. Organizers of the study celebrated teens as having a better understanding of diversity and inclusion. The report suggests young people focus on service projects to others as an important way to increase self-worth and purpose.  

Chronic pain can lead to frustration, depression and isolation. Senior Services of Midland County offers a series of classes to assist with chronic pain management.  

Young adults with disabilities have many resources in the Midland area to work and thrive. Business owners Jim and Janet Baker of Pizza Baker work alongside their son Jameson who has Asperger's Syndrome. He’s thriving and performing tasks, exceeding their expectations. 

Northwood University invites community storytellers for its human library event on Tuesday, April 5. The free event aims to break down barriers and challenge stereotypes via ‘human book’ storytellers.

In our  Profile Q&A, we meet Steve Miller, the mayor of the City of Coleman, a community located on the west end of Midland County. He talks about Coleman's assets, challenges, and relationship to Midland.

Impact Analytical is a contract research laboratory on the outskirts of Midland. Their focus is on testing. Think: personal care products, pharmaceuticals, or the water running through our pipes. In its few years as a company spun off from Michigan Molecular Institute, it’s grown significantly.