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Feature Story The Santa House is located at the corner of M-20 and Main Street.

You’d better watch out: Santa’s coming to town!

On November 29, Santa's trek to Midland will begin. He'll turn on the Christmas lights at the courthouse and open the Santa House.

Development News The City of Midland is accepting applications for the 2023 Citizens Academy.

City of Midland invites residents to apply for 2023 Citizens Academy

The City of Midland is accepting applications for the 2023 Citizens Academy. The free, 10-week course is designed to give residents a behind-the-scenes look of how local government works within the community.   

Development News These maps with proposed remedies are published in the Flood Reduction Plan.

MBA releases Midland Flood Reduction Plan

Committee looks at berms, dams, pumps other mitigation efforts to help low-lying areas with flooding in Midland.

Feature Story  A lifelong Sanford resident, Jamie Mose has worked at Three Rivers Corporation for 18 years.

Village of Sanford Park to reopen in 2023

Rebuilding the Village of Sanford Park has been no small task. Rather than just reconstructing what was there, the village has seized the opportunity to build additional features.

Development News Firearm deer hunting season begins on Nov. 15.

Profile Q&A with Chad Stewart, Michigan DNR

Hunting, specifically deer hunting, is one of Michigan’s traditions. It’s part of our culture and it’s big business. In our Profile Q & A with a DNR specialist, we’ll talk about that and what hunters need to be aware of during the upcoming rifle season.

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Midland Center for the Arts ushers in holiday spirit with upcoming events

Midland Center for the Arts is kicking off the holiday season, with plenty of events for all ages. From concerts to comedy, to kids activities, there’s something for everyone to celebrate.

Feature Story Therapeutic Foster Care

'It Takes a Village' to Wrap Around Local Youth in Crisis, Parents in Survival Mode

Community Mental Health seeks volunteers to provide Therapeutic Foster Care homes for minors in need. Local children with serious emotional disturbance facing shortage of resources close to home.

Development News Erica Sprague is a science teacher and manages the "Home EricaNomics" Facebook page.

Catalyst Community:Change in Seasons-Erica Sprague

In the latest in a series of columns from different perspectives in our community, Catalyst Midland focuses on how a change in seasons fosters change in day to day life.  

Development News The Boo Bash in downtown Midland is one of several Halloween related events happening around town.

Halloween events in Midland

Whether you’re looking for good old fashioned family fun, or an after-dark, grown up evening, Midland has plenty of Halloween events. Here is a roundup of local happenings

Feature Story Hidden Harvest Food Delivery Specialist Tyler Hecht (center) making a delivery to the West Midland Family Center.

A friendship and partnership that helps those in need in the Midland area

For more than 20 years, the West Midland Family Center has coordinated with Hidden Harvest to alleviate hunger for community members in the high poverty area of western Midland County.   

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United Way of Midland County campaign seeks to raise $4.7 million

The United Way of Midland County seeks to raise $4.7 million for its 2022 campaign. The organization’s mission is to unite the community by improving lives and ensuring all people thrive and live out their full potential. 

Development News The Midland Area Farmers Market is open Wednesdays and Saturdays from 7am-1pm.

What's ahead for the Midland Area Farmers Market?

Growing market and flood plain limitations prompt study of options for the future of the Farmers Market.

Feature Story Gateway Healthcare's website describes its mission as "Reaching one more life with Jesus through affordable healthcare."

Gateway Healthcare, where healing begins

A new local non-profit in Midland is trying to address the issue of affordable and accessible health care. 

Development News In September, there were 37% less homes on the market compared to a year ago in Midland.

Profile Q&A with Tom Webb-Midland Board of Realtors

In our Profile Q&A, we focus on the buying and selling of homes in the current market from the perspective of Tom Webb, the president of the Midland Board of Realtors.

Development News The Dow Tennis Class takes place Oct 31-Nov 6.

Dow Tennis Classic brings in the highest ranked players to date

The 34th Dow Tennis Classic returns to the Greater Midland Tennis Center,  Oct. 31- Nov. 6. The event features some of the sport’s top players, free community outreach programs, and more.

Feature Story The espresso machine was a recent upgrade.

Local entrepreneurs “bounce back better”

Boomerang Coffee owners Brett and Maegan Nowak share their experiences as entrepreneurs in the Great Lakes Bay Region.

Development News Steps leading to the Dow Gardens Conservatory

Dow Gardens conservatory reopens

Dow Gardens is reopening its 1975 Alden B. Dow-designed conservatory after extensive renovation. The new design features a light-filled lobby, water feature, LED lights, and interactions with sunny plant life. 

Development News Absentee ballots must be submitted by 8pm, Tuesday, November 8.

Preview of the November election

The mid-term election is less than five weeks away. The absentee ballot process is underway. Catalyst reports on what you need to know to vote.

Feature Story The Northwood University International Show takes place Oct. 7-9 in Midland.

Campus Car Show Returns to Midland for 59th Year

Northwood University students invite the community to share in their interactive automotive show as a part of the school's experiential learning. This student-run event is the largest in North America and has something for everyone.

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Parade of Homes showcases "dream homes"

The Home Builders Association of Midland invites residents to tour ‘dream homes’ during the Fall 2022 Parade of Homes. The event takes place Sat-Sun, Oct. 1-2 and 8-9 from 1 to 5 p.m.