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Longform Melanie Brim, former president and CEO of the Michigan Health Council. Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

How can Michigan solve its growing health care workforce shortage?Nonprofit Journal Project

Estelle SlootmakerMonday, January 22, 2024
One study found that nearly all of the 36 Michigan health care occupations it analyzed are projecting workforce shortages between now and 2032. What can be done?
Development News Toboggan Run at Midland's City Forest Scene

City of Midland offers outdoor recreation to enjoy this winter

Sarah SpohnThursday, January 18, 2024
City of Midland Parks and Recreation has multiple parks, trails, sledding hills, ice skating rinks, cross-country skiing and seasonal events to help heat up the cold weather season.
Development News A winter's walk on the Pere Marquette Rail Triail. Scene

Midland County Winter Recreation

Stephanie M. YancerThursday, January 18, 2024
Winter’s finally here.  Midland County has some nice offerings to help you enjoy the snow and cold.
Longform Most of Michigan’s counties having childcare deserts, areas that have three or more families competing for one available childcare slot. Second Wave - MichiganCommunity Development

Regional organizations help determine the childcare landscape within their own communities

Joanne Bailey-BoorsmaTuesday, January 16, 2024
The East-Central Michigan Child Care Coalition is working on expanding childcare organizations, serve more parents, and lower costs to families.   
In The News Members of the Midland County Sheriff's Office recently honored Talent

Law enforcement job outlook a challenge

Ralph E. WirtzThursday, January 11, 2024
Midland County is advertising jobs with the Sheriff's Office.  Are job seekers interested in law enforcement?
In The News Dr. Lydia Watson, president and CEO of MyMichigan Health, speaks at the Pardee Cancer Wellness Center open house. Healthy Communities

Pardee Cancer Wellness Center opens

Ron BeacomThursday, January 11, 2024
Diagnostic, treatment, and support services for cancer patients are now all under one roof at MyMichigan Health in Midland
Development News Tax prep program begins in Midland, February 1st. Community Development

Free Tax Aide program assists low-income residents with their tax returns

Sarah SpohnThursday, January 11, 2024
The Midland branch of AARP Tax Aide is a free program to assist low-moderate income residents with filing their tax returns. IRS-certified trained volunteers can provide assistance at individual appointments, starting in February.
Development News Fresh look to the bar at Tavern on Main Entrepreneurship

Tavern on Main moves closer to opening

Stephanie M. YancerThursday, January 11, 2024
A new bar/restaurant in Midland is moving closer to opening. The owner is a long-time restauranteur.
Feature Story Dining room in Coleman's Culinary Arts facility Kids and Education

Pre-K and CTE in focus

Ben TignerThursday, January 11, 2024
Helping young students get a good start and preparing older students for life after school.
Development News Ball drop on New Year's Eve at Midnight on Main Scene

Ring in the New Year with Midnight on Main at Dow Diamond

Sarah SpohnThursday, December 21, 2023
Another year has come and is just about gone, so it’s time to party! Dow Diamond transforms from a baseball stadium to an upscale NYE party on Dec. 31 with live music, a DJ, dancing, food, drinks, a midnight ball drop, and fireworks. 
Feature Story Dave Kepler is the president of the Four Lakes Task Force. Community Development

Year in Review: Four Lakes Task Force with Dave Kepler

Thursday, December 21, 2023
A Year in Review and a Look Ahead with the Four Lakes Task Force President Dave Kepler
Feature Story Dr. Yang Jiao is the Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for the Midland Public Schools Kids and Education

Year in Review: Midland Public Schools DEI with Dr. Yang Jiao

Thursday, December 21, 2023
A Year in Review and a Look Ahead with the Midland Public Schools DEI Director Dr. Yang Jiao
Feature Story Donna St. John is the executive director of Home to Stay. Community Development

Year in Review: Home to Stay Executive Director Donna St. John

Thursday, December 21, 2023
A Year in Review and A Look Ahead with Home to Stay Executive Director Donna St. John
Longform Medical debt Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

As Oakland County pays off 80,000 residents' doctor bills, how can Michigan solve medical debt?

Estelle SlootmakerWednesday, December 20, 2023
Oakland County's debt relief initiative highlights the overwhelming burden of medical debt for countless others in Michigan and beyond.
In The News Groundbreaking ceremony for the Midland County ESA Kids and Education

Midland County ESA breaks ground on a new future

Ralph E. WirtzThursday, December 14, 2023
After years of planning, the project to renovate and expand the ESA’s main school building has come to fruition.
Development News Selma Yamamoto is the president of the Rotary Club of Midland Morning. Community Development

Profile Q & A focuses on the Rotary Club of Midland Morning

Ralph E. WirtzThursday, December 14, 2023
In our series about local service organizations and their impact on our community, Catalyst interviews the president of the Rotary Club of Midland Morning.
Development News Heather displays her work at Creative 360. Arts and Culture

Creative 360 invites community to explore inclusive Artshop classes

Sarah SpohnThursday, December 14, 2023
Creative 360 is hosting an Artshop open house event on Jan. 9. The center will showcase its wide range of classes and inclusive programming designed for people of all ages and abilities.
Feature Story Two of the younger participants in the Midland Chess Club. Scene

Midland Chess Club provides social space for all ages and ability levels

Amy HutchinsonThursday, December 14, 2023
Time at home during the pandemic and The Queen’s Gambit miniseries helped launch the Midland Chess Club last year. The group meets at Creative 360’s downtown location on Thursday evenings.
Longform Alison Hirschel, director and managing attorney for the Michigan Elder Justice Initiative. Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

Michigan works to continue residents' lifesaving health coverage after post-pandemic Medicaid cuts

Estelle SlootmakerThursday, December 7, 2023
When the federal public health emergency for COVID-19 expired in May 2023, over 500,000 Michiganders stood to lose their Medicaid health insurance coverage. But the state is working to help residents maintain coverage.
Development News Dow Gardens Christmas Walk is scheduled for Dec. 7-9 & 14-16. Scene

Take a snowy stroll through Dow Gardens for their Christmas Walk event

Sarah SpohnThursday, December 7, 2023
Now is the time to walk through a winter wonderland at Dow Gardens this holiday season. Their upcoming Christmas Walk tours invite the community to walk or ride through the lit-up, festive grounds.
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NAMI Midland Support Groups

Monday, May 13, 7:00pm
Community Mental Health, 218 Fast Ice Drive, Midland
NAMI Midland monthly support groups meet on the second Monday at 7:00pm at Community Mental Health.  Support groups for family members/caregivers  and persons living with a mental health condition. For more info, call 989-948-3273 or email: namimidlandmi@gmail.com.
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