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Sarah Spohn

Sarah Spohn

Sarah Spohn is a Lansing native, but every day finds a new interesting person, place, or thing in towns all over Michigan, leaving her truly smitten with the mitten. She received her degrees in journalism and professional communications and provides coverage for various publications locally, regionally, and nationally — writing stories on small businesses, arts and culture, dining, community, and anything Michigan-made. You can find her in a record shop, a local concert, or eating one too many desserts at a bakery. If by chance, she’s not at any of those places, you can contact her at sarahspohn@issuemediagroup.com.

Sarah's Latest Articles

Jessica & Steve Roth will perform at the event on Sat, May 21st.
Sanford concert celebrates recovery and rebuilding for flood anniversary

Coleman Faith United Methodist Church is hosting a concert on Saturday, May 21. The event, which includes food and music, celebrates the survivor spirit across the flood-affected communities, and honors those who helped with rebuilding and recovery.   

The Midland Area Farmers Market is open Wednesdays and Saturdays from 7am-1pm.
Midland Area Farmers Market is open for the season

This past Saturday marked the official  opening for the Midland Area Farmers Market 2022 season. The market is open on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Dow Diamond East parking lot.

Crazy Vines Winery is located at 37 East Saginaw Road in Sanford.
Crazy Vines Winery to open in Sanford, May 19

A new winery, Crazy Vines, is slated to open May 19 in Sanford. The business will serve wine, charcuterie boards, breads and oils, and cheesecakes.

The Freeland Walleye Festival first started with fishing and the walleye tournament.
Freeland Walleye Festival Returns with fishing, carnival, yard sales, duck races, and more

The 36th annual Walleye Festival returns to Freeland from April 28 through May 1. This year’s festivities include fishing, a beer tent, live music, carnival, car show, corn hole, disc golf, duck races, fireworks, kids trout pond, parade, and yard sales.

Midland Reads Poetry Event

In celebration of National Poetry Month and Shakespeare’s birthday, Midland Reads Poetry takes place on April 24 at Creative 360. The free, all-ages event welcomes participants to read original poetry and enjoy the creative writing form. 

Midland Center for the Arts Launches Summer Camps

Registration is now available for the annual summer camps at the Midland Center for the Arts. They’ll hold sessions for preschoolers through eighth graders, in a variety of disciplines, including science, art, history, and the performing arts.   

Terwillegar says the mission is to give back and support 4-H groups and children with special needs.
Hooves & Hearts Thrift Store Gives Back to Community

A new thrift store, Hooves & Hearts, sells donated items to support 4-H programs, and youth with special needs in Midland County. With a successful opening on March 1, the store aims to give back even more to the community later this year.   

"It’s filled with natural light, color, angles, and perspectives."
Alden B. Dow Home and Studio Tours Open to Public

Alden B. Dow Home and Studio public tours are now available for reservations. The historic architectural standout opens its doors for 1.5-hour long tours through colorful and naturally-lit space.

Chronic pain workshop at Senior Services

Chronic pain can lead to frustration, depression and isolation. Senior Services of Midland County offers a series of classes to assist with chronic pain management.  

Northwood University “Human Library”

Northwood University invites community storytellers for its human library event on Tuesday, April 5. The free event aims to break down barriers and challenge stereotypes via ‘human book’ storytellers.

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