Community Development

Development News This December, take a wintry stroll through Dow Gardens or shop downtown, relaxing with cocoa and carriage rides.

Two Midland holiday events you won’t want to miss


Feature Story Costco opened on Nov. 12, 2020 at 4816 Bay City Road in Midland.

The Bay City Road Corridor: Looking back and thinking ahead


Development News Participants have visited the City of Midland's Water Plant.

Applications open for City of Midland's Citizens Academy


Development News A view of the Circle in Midland's Center City in 2018.

An architect's view of 'The Circle'


Development News Some members of the Zonta Club of Midland gathered at one of the homes on the Homewalk.

Walking in a Zonta wonderland


Feature Story Starting Nov. 20,  people are welcome to drive by Porte Park in Sanford to see the lights.

‘Sanford Shines’ bright for another Christmas season


Feature Story The Santa House will be open daily from Nov. 27 to Dec. 23.

Santa heads to Midland on Nov. 20


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

Q&A with Ashley Autenrieth, Michigan DNR


Development News There are programs for youth and adults with varying ranges of ability.

The Midland Civic Arena is your refuge from cabin fever


Development News Cleveland Manor provides housing for residents aged 62 and over who live on a limited income.

Cleveland Manor to get multi-million dollar renovations


Development News The Dow Tennis Classic is held at the Greater Midland Tennis Center.

Dow Tennis Classic bounces back into Midland


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. 

Bank employees give back to their communities


Feature Story Staff at Shier’s Deli prepares 150 ReGrow meals each week. The program has allowed the two employees to keep their jobs.