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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

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Area haunted attractions to explore this Halloween

5 places to visit in the Great Lakes Bay Region for spooky haunts and paranormal fun.

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Evil Dead: The Musical returns for fourth year at the Friction Theatre

The Friction Theatre is bringing back "Evil Dead: The Musical" for its fourth year.

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Two Midland High administrators named finalists for statewide awards

Midland High School administrators are being recognized among Michigan’s top school leaders.

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October brings pumpkins, cider and fall fun around Midland

Fall has arrived in the Great Lakes Bay Region, bringing crisp air, cider, and plenty of pumpkins.

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Free film series marks Global Diversity Awareness Month

Disability Network Mid-Michigan will host a free film series in October for Global Diversity Awareness Month.

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Festival brings 19th-century farm life to Midland’s Chippewa Nature Center

Chippewa Nature Center will host its Fall Harvest Festival on Oct. 4 with demonstrations, crafts and family activities.

Humane Society debuts new play yard during Neighboring Week

The Midland Humane Society unveiled its new dog play yard during Neighboring Week, celebrating with vendors, free ice cream from Jolt Credit Union and reduced adoption fees.

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Disability Network Mid-Michigan partners with state on long-term care support

Disability Network Mid-Michigan expands support through MI Options program

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Midland antique festival returns with cars, music and treasures

Fall antiques and classic cars fill Midland fairgrounds this weekend

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Dow High School graduate wins scholarship for remarkable leadership

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