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Misty Barron

Misty Barron is a Mid-Michigan native who has proudly called Midland her home for the past six years. She served as Editor-in-Chief for the Delta Collegiate, where she earned various awards for her writing, including Journalist of the Year in 2023 from the Michigan Community College Press Association. In her free time, Misty enjoys spending time with family and friends and enjoying all our beautiful state has to offer.

Misty Barron's Latest Articles

Midland Center for the Arts, Live Oak announce new café collaboration

Midland Center for the Arts and Live Oak are partnering to open Center Live Oak, a café offering coffee, tea and pastries in a welcoming space designed to bring creativity and community together. The café is set to open Nov. 14.

BAISD Career Center introduces fourth graders to career possibilities

Bay-Arenac ISD Career Center welcomes fourth graders and their families for hands-on activities and an early introduction to career and technical education opportunities.

Dow Foundation commits additional $4 million to Midland Center for the Arts campaign

The Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow Foundation has committed an additional $4 million to Midland Center for the Arts’ capital campaign, bringing its total commitment to $9 million.

Midland is home to great fishing and other water recreation.
City of Midland Retains Class 5 Community Rating System from FEMA

Midland’s continued flood mitigation efforts have secured the highest FEMA Community Rating System designation in Michigan, preserving a 25 percent flood insurance discount for most policyholders.

The seasons are changing, but farmers market days aren’t over yet

As summer gives way to fall, farmers markets across the Great Lakes Bay Region are still going strong, offering fresh produce and local goods before the season winds down.

A.H. Nickless Innovation Award launches 14th annual competition with $77,500 in scholarships and grants available

High school students across Bay, Midland, Saginaw and Tuscola counties can now register for the 14th annual A.H. Nickless Innovation Award, competing for a share of up to $77,500 in scholarships and STEM education grants.

Kelly PeLong is the executive director of the Disability Network Mid-Michigan
Disability Network Mid-Michigan opposes DOJ memo on Independent Living

Disability Network Mid-Michigan is pushing back against a federal policy shift it says could threaten access to home- and community-based services for older adults and people with disabilities.

Upbeat, hit songs kept dancers animated throughout the night. A few slow songs drew couples together.
August brings a full stage of live music across the Great Lakes Bay Region

Looking for an easy way to spend a summer evening? From free concerts in downtown Midland to weekend festivals celebrating local music and culture, these August events offer affordable ways to get outside, support local communities and enjoy live entertainment across the Great Lakes Bay Region.

Dream Dress Express returns with free formalwear for homecoming season

Greater Midland North Family Center will host its annual Dream Dress Express Aug. 27-29, offering more than 3,000 free dresses, shoes and accessories to community members preparing for homecoming and other formal events. Appointments are required, but there are no income or residency requirements.

River Days returns to downtown Midland this week

Hot air balloons, live music, family activities and fireworks will return to downtown Midland as River Days celebrates its annual four-day festival July 30 through Aug. 2.

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