United Way campaign encourages giving back to community
The annual United Way of Midland County campaign is well underway, with the goal of bringing together neighbors and giving back. This year’s campaign goal is $4.7 million.
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Encouraging greener communities
Michigan Green Communities, a consortium of partnerships that includes the Michigan Municipal League, has been helping cities and towns across the state become greener. The annual Michigan Green Communities Challenge encourages communities to participate and also measures their sustainability efforts.
Alden B. Dow Home and Studio celebrates Midland’s resiliency
Midland has been through a lot, yet come out on top. The latest public tours hosted by the Alden B. Dow Home and Studio celebrate the community’s resiliency and beauty, showcasing three separate Mid-Century Modern homes.
Midland Center for the Arts fall season offers entertainment and education for all ages
Midland Center for the Arts is kicking off fall programming with educational and entertaining options for all ages. Symphony performances, concerts, community theatre, science, education, art workshops, and more are included in the lineup.
Chippewa Nature Center to expand with new education center
The Chippewa Nature Center has announced plans for expansion, focusing on building nature connections for the youth of today and tomorrow. Their plans include a new Nature Education Center.
Michigan’s rural CMHs work hard on improving access to mental health resources
MI Mental Health spoke with Northern Lakes Community Mental Health Chief Operations Officer Joanie Blamer and Sanilac County Community Mental Health CEO Wil Morris on addressing the mental health and wellness needs of rural communities.
Partner Partner Content How URC is building talent-generating capacity, designed to propel Michigan’s economy
“The state of Michigan has realized that this is a ‘do or die’ moment with this economic and technological transformation of the automotive industry and related industries,” says University of Toronto Professor Richard Florida. It's one of the reasons he is part of a group working closely with universities, cities, and stakeholders to build better, more vibrant, sustainable cities in our state.
Midland Area Wellbeing Coalition’s goal is to foster a thriving community
The Midland Area Wellbeing Coalition works with over 50 organizations to offer workshops, training and other resources focused on overall wellbeing in and out of the workplace.
Help offered for families of persons living with a mental illness
The Midland affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) has opened registration for their free Family-to-Family program this fall. The eight-session course helps caregivers and family members of those living with a mental illness.
Rides, entertainment, food and fun await at the Midland County Fair
It’s that time of year – fair time! The 85th annual Midland County Fair brings education, entertainment, food, and rides to the community from Aug. 13-19.
