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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
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
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 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 LGBTQIA+ survivors are welcome at Shelterhouse. Past experiences with bullying, lack of support from helping professionals, or trauma can make it especially difficult for LGBTQIA+ survivors to reach out for help. Diversity

Catalyst Community: Shelterhouse’s Intersections

Amy McDonald, Introduction by Ron BeacomThursday, June 17, 2021
Development News Last year’s successful distribution of yard signs across the Bay, Saginaw, Midland and Isabella counties led to a continuation of the program this year. Diversity

Great Lakes Bay Pride celebrates "Pride at Home" with free yard sign distribution

Sarah SpohnThursday, June 3, 2021
Feature Story From left to right: Jenee Velasquez, Kathy Fuce-Hobohm, Lee Ann Keller, Rebecca Cox, Cathy Bott, Diane Postler-Slattery, Sue MacKellar, Sharon Miller Talent

Catalyst Community: The Power of the Pod

Lee Ann Keller, introduction by Ron BeacomThursday, May 27, 2021
Feature Story Meko Price's business, glō SKIN SPA, is located on Eastman Avenue. Prior to any treatment, clients enter the consultation room. There, they can see a polarized view of their face and skin before discussing their skincare goals. Equity

Midland makes progress supporting diverse small businesses, room to build

Crystal GwizdalaThursday, March 25, 2021
Feature Story Jonathan Haynes is a founding member of Anti-Racist Midland. “We’re very excited to start the reckoning and the grappling so we can move forward as a community." Diversity

ARM strives for a more inclusive and equitable Midland

Crystal GwizdalaThursday, March 11, 2021
Feature Story Becky Manson observes students working on circuits during their final week of lab class. Talent

Women in Construction Week: Local women embrace opportunities in rapidly-evolving career field

Marta ManningThursday, March 4, 2021
Feature Story Minority business owners are a powerful force. According to the U.S. Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship, minority business owners create half the new jobs in this country. Diversity

Great Lakes Bay Region works to create an inclusive business community

Crystal Gwizdala, Liz Fredendall, and Kathy RobertsThursday, February 25, 2021
Feature Story By taking the survey, you have the opportunity to share your story. Diversity

Let your voice be heard: Participate in Racial and Ethnic Equity and Inclusion survey

Crystal GwizdalaThursday, February 18, 2021
Feature Story Diane Brown Wilhelm is a member of the We Hear You Coalition and is Councilman of Midland’s Ward IV. Diversity

Q&A with Diane Brown Wilhelm, Midland City Council Ward IV

Ron BeacomThursday, February 11, 2021
Feature Story MCIAlist Diversity

“What’s Next?” Midland County Inclusion Alliance invites community to join conversation

Liz FredendallThursday, October 8, 2020
Feature Story LPR Diversity

Let Peace Reign event moves virtual, provides a variety of speakers including Anti-Racist Midland

Gabrielle HaidererThursday, September 17, 2020
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