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Sarah Bloomfield, a hospice nurse for MidMichigan Home Care at the Woodland Hospice House in Mt. Pleasant, has been making face masks that allow the hearing-impaired to still lip-read.
Mt. Pleasant nurse comes up with design for face masks that still let the hearing-impaired read lips

Like many others, Sarah Bloomfield, a hospice nurse for MidMichigan Home Care at the Woodland Hospice House in Mt. Pleasant, has been making face masks to protect herself during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, her masks aren't like others you may see since hers are designed so the hearing-impaired can still lip-read.

MidMichigan Health nurse designs a face mask that allows the hearing-impaired to read lips

Like many others, Sarah Bloomfield, a hospice nurse for MidMichigan Home Care at the Woodland Hospice House in Mt. Pleasant, has been making face masks to protect herself during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, her masks aren't like others you may see since they are designed so the hearing-impaired can still lip-read.  

Studio 23 hosts online chalk art competition to brighten up neighborhoods

You're invited to enter Studio 23's first-ever online chalk art contest between now and April 19. There's no theme, no entry fee, and no limit on number of entries.

Studio 23 hosts online chalk art competition to brighten up the neighborhoods

You're invited to enter Studio 23's first-ever online chalk art contest between now and April 19. There's no theme, no entry fee, and no limit on number of entries.

Delta College nursing students can now join the workforce after switch to online courses

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer changed state regulations, allowing about 70 students in the Delta College nursing program to join the workforce immediately after graduation.

Artisanal ice maker pivots to medical face mask production in Bay City

Bay City-based Michigan Clear Ice has shifted from making ice for craft cocktails to making protective face shields for health care workers around the state.

Local conservancy group creates ‘Socially Distant Science & Adventure’ video series

Spending time outdoors is a way to observe social distancing guidelines while battling its possible negative side effects like isolation and loneliness. A video series from the Saginaw Basin Land Conservancy may help you learn more about what you see on the trails.

Derek LaBean says his brand is about staying strong in the face of adversity.
CMU student runs own lifestyle apparel brand from his Pinconning home

Derek LaBean, a 21-year-old college junior from Pinconning, founded Smoky Ridge Outfitters. The stores carries LaBean's own brand of lifestyle wear, stocking everything from beanies to jogging pants.  

A diverse group of craftsmen use the space, ranging in age from 15 to 90 years old.
Pinconning gun safe store opens up shop floor for 30-plus vendors of Michigan-made products

Able Safe in Pinconning cleaned out a section of its building to create a marketplace filled with Michigan-made products created by Michiganders. Today, 37 vendors use the space, selling everything from handmade fishing lures to one-of-a-kind furniture.  

The Bay City Noon Optimist Club is preparing its annual recognition of the area’s young Unsung Heroes at its Youth Appreciation luncheon on March 17.
Young ‘Unsung Heroes’ to be recognized for their good deeds at annual event

Every year, the Bay City Noon Optimist Club recognizes area youth for helping others in the community.  

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