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Shelterhouse brings nationwide “What were you wearing?” exhibit to Midland

Midland hosted a powerful nationwide exhibit on April 9, titled "What Were You Wearing?" highlighting the importance of awareness about sexual assault.

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Q&A with Dennis Pilaske and the Banff Mountain Film Festival

The 15th annual showing of the Banff Mountain Film Festival is this weekend in Midland. Dennis Pilaske sits down to talk about the festival, adventure and how it relates to Chippewa Nature Center's vision.

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On the heels of $1M gift from Dow, RFP being readied for Center City development plan in Midland

Midland's Center City Authority will be announcing the RFP process soon for development of the surrounding area.

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Accessible design: Midland creates approach for all

For those needing accessibility design means the difference between inclusion and isolation. See how three Midland outdoor spaces are tackling this need.

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Catalyst for community: Young Professionals grow with MYPros

Young professionals in the area have quite a few options for networking, events and learning from local leaders with MYPros, an initiative from the Chamber of Commerce.

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Sanford man helps build state's seed libraries, one town at a time

You'll recognize Ben Cohen from Small House Farms at the Midland Area Farmers Market, but he is also responsible for nearly all the seed libraries in the state of Michigan.

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Q&A with stylist and educator Kelli Mason

Stylist and educator Kelli Mason calls Midland home, but her business has taken her all over the country teaching and inspiring others.

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Crafting a masterpiece: Midland's growing beer culture

Over the past couple of years Midland's craft beer scene has grown, adding new events, locations and fans.

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Greater Midland partners with Bike Midland to offer free bike share membership

As we near spring, Greater Midland is partnering with Bike Midland to encourage activity and exploration around town.

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Q&A with Bo Brines of Little Forks Outfitters

Q&A with Bo Brines of Little Forks Outfitters in Downtown Midland on all things outdoors and a little known fact on repairing your gear.

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Local and global: Three new restaurants offer Midland more fresh and local options

Three new restaurants are open for business offering diverse and locally-sourced cuisine -- see how they got their start.

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Q&A: Jo Currier from Ways to Wellness

Q&A with Jo Currier, owner of Ways to Wellness in Downtown Midland on the power of reiki, holistic wellness and locating in the downtown community.

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Community advancement firm to relocate to bigger office space in downtown Midland this summer

In addition to moving its ten Midland employees, OHM is moving employees from its Saginaw offices to town, growing its Midland office to 25 workers.

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Midland boasts mid-century appeal

These very fortunate people in the Midland area have homes designed by renowned mid-century modern architect Jackson B. Hallett.

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Local food truck business makes transition to open authentic Mexican cuisine restaurant in Midland

Check out the local food truck turned restaurant Los Jalapeños, which opened its doors just a few months ago.

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Midland Area Homes keeps families and seniors stably housed

A great local resource for local families and senior citizens, MAH accepts donations year round as well as the annual House to Home fundraiser.

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February focus: Taking time for yourself this winter

Spring seems out of sight, and summer even further, so while we may have just celebrated Valentine's Day, it's important to also remember self-care. Here are several Midland options at your fingertips.

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Celebrating four years of Midland County-produced hard cider

Just outside of Midland, the well known Eastman Forgotten Ciders celebrated their fourth anniversary recently and we caught up with them on new developments.

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A location to launch: Entrepreneurship resources in Midland

An ecosystem of innovation, Midland is ripe with resources for entrepreneurs and those looking to kick off a new business.

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West Midland Family Center celebrates $3.5M in upgrades with Open House

The WThe West Midland Family Center recently underwent a $3.5 million renovation and will celebrate tonight with the Center's Open House event.