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Ed Hutchison

Journalism, teaching journalism and gardening are passions that continue to delight Ed Hutchison, a Midland native and resident for most of his life. He is the author of the book “Digging in the Dirt …Friendly Tips for the Gardener in All of Us” and hundreds of newspaper-published garden columns.   He has worked at The Saginaw News and  Dow Corning Corporation and taught at Delta College and Central Michigan University.

Ed Hutchison's Latest Articles

Mivra Saul, 7, and a shark in one of several play stations in Youth Services where flood damage was extensive.
After two years following the May 2020 flood, the Grace A. Dow Memorial Library is fully reopened

While the library took a hit during the 2020 disaster, it’s come back to new life with some new services!  

Patricia McFarland (far right) teaches prep of caramel coating to (from left), Cerease Martin, and Charlotte Raft. Gene McFarland looks on.
Pop-Pop’s serves as a small business incubator

A small business that specializes in popcorn also helps grow other small businesses. Pop-Pop's in Midland's Center City rents some of its space to new small businesses and offers support and guidance.   

Taco-U offers a taco with sliced beef.
New fundraising event showcases local restaurants

It's been a challenging two years for restaurants. A new fundraising event will promote local food establishments during Midland Restaurant Week, April 26-May 7.

The Bridge Food Center, non-profit grocery store, serves the community

The Bridge Food Center in Midland, a non-profit, offers groceries just above wholesale prices.

Consumers Energy improving infrastructure in Midland

Consumers Energy is making major infrastructure improvements in Midland. It's part of a long-term goal to become carbon neutral.

Wake Up Midland meeting at Valley Plaza
WakeUp! Midland connects the community

WakeUp! Midland is a Midland tradition. One Friday morning a month, members of the business and non-profit community gather to network, share information, and have some fun.

Enjoying aquatic arthritis class in the Oasis Pool. The class was designed by The Arthritis Foundation.
Planning for new Midland Community Center

Plans are underway for a new Midland Community Center, next door to the facility that's served the community for 65 years.

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