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Carly Lillard

Carly Lillard

Carly Lillard has called Michigan’s Great Lakes Bay Region home since 2007. She works in fund development and communications and enjoys helping organizations share their stories and connect with the community. Carly earned a bachelor’s degree in Business from Northwood University and a master’s in Strategic Communication from Michigan State University. Outside of writing, she loves spending time with her husband, Jesse, and their two children, Maycie and Elias. You can reach her at carlylillard@gmail.com.

Carly Lillard's Latest Articles

Great Start Collaborative
How Midland’s Great Start Collaborative nurtures children and strengthens community

Great Start Collaborative: Uniting families, educators, and community partners to ensure every child can thrive.

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Where authority meets empathy: A look inside the Midland County Jail

Midland’s first female Jail Captain leads with integrity and care.

Midland police take flight with drone technology

Public safety is enhanced with a fleet of advanced aircraft operated by certified officers

Jordan “Boomer” Gonder
Jordan “Boomer” Gonder: Rooted in Midland from courtroom to ballpark

Meet Jordan Gonder, the man behind the mic at Dow Diamond

A new chapter for Midland County: Sheriff Scott Holzinger leads with heart and vision

Midland County’s new Sheriff Scott Holzinger emphasizes integrity, community-focused leadership, staff wellness, youth outreach, and honoring his family legacy while strengthening county ties and resources.

Behind the badge: A ride-along reveals the humanity in policing

A firsthand police ride-along with Officer Lance Beyerle unveils real compassion, everyday challenges, and community commitment in Midland’s law enforcement.

Here Comes Santa Claus: Accessible and magical holiday fun in Downtown Midland

Santa House in Midland offers magical, inclusive holiday experiences with professional Santas, sensory-friendly nights, a train ride, and volunteer opportunities.

Great Lakes Bay Region Mental Health Partnership, works to collaborate and proactively improve mental health for all residents in the region.
Great Lakes Bay Region Mental Health Partnership works to break down barriers to mental health care

The Great Lakes Bay Region Mental Health Partnership supports mental health through community education, stigma reduction, and partnerships, offering training programs and resources to improve access and care quality.

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Fall fun in Midland and beyond

Cider, donuts and pumpkins, oh my! Midlanders share their favorite area pumpkin patches and cider mills.

MPS Special Education
Midland Public Schools Q & A on Special Education

How Midland Public School's special education thrives on collaboration and a solutions-based approach.

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