Community Development

Development News The Dow Tennis Classic is back. Talent

Dow Tennis Classic bounces back into Midland

Sarah SpohnThursday, October 14, 2021
Feature Story Volunteers worked on projects at WMFC such as spreading mulch on the playground, enclosing rafters in pavilions, clean up of trails and an obstacle course, and worked on the baseball field.  Equity

Bank employees use Columbus Day to give back to their communities

Erika M. HirschmanThursday, October 14, 2021
Feature Story Staff at Shier’s Deli prepares 150 ReGrow meals each week. The program has allowed the two employees to keep their jobs. Economic Development

ReGrow Midland keeps restaurants busy while assisting families in need

Marta ManningThursday, October 7, 2021
Feature Story United Way's campaign lasts until Oct. 29. Equity

United Way Midland campaign off to a strong start

Erika M. HirschmanThursday, September 30, 2021
Feature Story “Every offender that we can get those convictions taken out of their criminal history is a huge advantage for them going out into the workplace.” Economic Development

Midland County offers a “Clean Slate” to previous offenders

Patrick SochackiThursday, September 30, 2021
Feature Story The Northwood University International Auto Show (NUIAS) will be held in-person on campus Friday, Oct. 1 from 1-9 p.m. and Saturday, Oct. 2 from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Scene

Northwood University’s Auto Show revs up this October

Erika M. HirschmanThursday, September 23, 2021
Development News The reading material for this year is Sandra Cisneros’ book, “The House on Mango Street.” The book tells the story of a young Latina. Arts and Culture

Big Read celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month, Neighboring Week in Midland

Sarah SpohnThursday, September 16, 2021
Development News “The Dow Runwalk is truly a community and regional event, one that people look to come out to year after year." Scene

Dow RunWalk returns to celebrate healthy communities

Sarah SpohnThursday, September 9, 2021
Development News Downtown has transformed itself into a place with life that encourages engagement. Community Development

Downtown Midland and the Importance of Urban Planning

Paul Haselhuhn, introduction by Ron BeacomThursday, August 26, 2021
Feature Story Enjoy! Bakery has eight different flavors of cupcakes. Entrepreneurship

The Midland Area Farmers Market is a business incubator

Ron BeacomThursday, August 26, 2021
Development News Little Forks Conservancy is hosting a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Saturday, Aug. 21 for the George and Sue Lane Preserve in Sage Township, northwest of Gladwin. Scene

Little Forks Conservancy celebrates new preserve with ribbon-cutting ceremony

Sarah SpohnThursday, August 19, 2021
Feature Story “In Midland, we want people to understand and realize and know that everybody here belongs." Community Development

Neighboring Week promotes inclusive communities

Marta ManningThursday, August 19, 2021
Feature Story Habitat for Humanity provides affordable mortgages, financial education, and home repairs — like the roof on this home. Community Development

Charity begins at home: Assistance for renters and homeowners is available

Crystal GwizdalaThursday, August 12, 2021
Feature Story Delta College's new Downtown Midland Center is located at 419 E. Ellsworth St. Kids and Education

Delta College opens doors to students in new Downtown Midland Center

Erika M. HirschmanThursday, August 5, 2021
Feature Story Cheryl Purtell has a degree in special education and volunteers her skills to help children with reading and algebra. Community Development

Midland is where the heart is: One woman’s journey home

Crystal GwizdalaThursday, August 5, 2021
Feature Story Kelly PeLong is the executive director of the Disability Network Mid-Michigan Diversity

Q&A with Kelly PeLong, Disability Network of Mid-Michigan

Ron BeacomThursday, July 29, 2021
Feature Story “When you think about what it takes for people to thrive, housing is such a vital component to allow individuals to really thrive." Economic Development

Address unknown: Midland teams up to confront housing challenges

Crystal GwizdalaThursday, July 29, 2021
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