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Development News Besides lunch and dinner, there' s lots to do at the Lee Bar & Grill.

Lee Bar & Grill open for business

With a family-friendly atmosphere, new restaurant is ready to serve up food, drinks, and entertainment.  

Development News Rory Pettipas is the director of Veterans Services in Midland County.

Profile Q & A: Rory Pettipas-Veterans Services

Vets benefit from first hand knowledge of Midland native.

Partner Content People with all blood types are needed for donations.

Relying on the community to save lives, MyMichigan Health & Versiti urge public to donate blood

 Amidst an ongoing blood shortage, local hospitals and blood banks are urging anyone who can donate blood to do so. 

Feature Story Marcie Post-Miracle Field-5

Spend 24 Hours in Midland with Marcie Post

Assistant Director of Public Services Marcie Post is always on the move. When she’s not helping maintain Midland’s 2,700 acres of parkland, she’s running, playing basketball, or playing at the parks with her children.

Partner Content Bike racks support active living in Grand Traverse County.

Active communities are healthier communities

Michigan Fitness Foundation’s Promoting Active Communities assessment offers a set of online tools to help Michigan communities create safe places for people to be active.

Development News Give Local Midland

Give Local Midland set for May 2nd

 Tuesday, May 2nd is a big day for non-profit organizations and the Midland Area Community Foundation (MACF). It’s “Give Local Midland” day, an opportunity for community members to contribute to the long-term future for these organizations that serve the community in a variety of ways.

Development News Ali Huntoon is the owner of Allied Group Fitness.

New fitness center is a passion project for the owner

All levels welcome at new fitness center in Midland.

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

A new Midland bookstore starts first chapter downtown

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

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

Make a difference - serve on a board or commission

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

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

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

Development News One-Way street sign

Changing one-way streets to two-way?

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

Development News Over 80 vendors will showcase their wares and services.

Inspiration for your next home improvement

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

Feature Story Positions in day care and preschools are difficult to fill.

Childcare Innovation Team tackles funding and staffing shortages

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

Longform The front room of an adult foster home in Allegan.

Smaller does mean better for residents in adult foster care homes

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

Longform Margot Weiner having fun at Sibshop.

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

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 Newspapers profiled in Delta College Public TV (PBS) program

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.  

Development News Aerial view of the Tridge and riverfront

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

Plans are underway to redevelop the riverfront in downtown Midland.

Development News Max Loves Midland logo

Max Loves Midland Campaign aims to unite residents by building community

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. 

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

High school robotics celebrates science

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

Longform Carter Kits

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

​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.