Community Development

Coverage of community groups bringing about changes, innovattions and solutions in their community.

Entrepreneurship week draws crowd with speakers, forums and pitch competitions

The Midland Business Alliance hosted the second "Entrepreneurship Week" April 1-5 all around town with events, forums and a pitch competition in the spirit of showcasing entrepreneurship in Midland County.

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Q&A with Wendy Traschen of Bolger + Battle on 25 years in business

Wendy Trashchen, owner of Bolger + Battle Marketing Communications is celebrating the 25th anniversary of the business soon. We talk to this Downtown Midland mover and shaker on B+B's culture, who inspires her and how communication has changed in the digital age.

Donut fear, you have many options made from scratch

It's Pi Day, which we didn't actually plan for, but here are some of the best made-from-scratch options for fresh donuts in the region and what goes into making them each day.

Q&A with Jenny Saxman from Swae Detox Wellness Spa

The owner of Downtown Midland's newest wellness spa talks to us on moving back home from California, holistic wellness and her self-care 'must haves'.

Q&A with Keri Kenney owner of Alignment 8 Yoga + Cycle

Keri Kenney, owner of Alignment 8 Yoga + Cycle, on taking a leap of faith in buying the business, A8's four-year anniversary and how exercise helps her deal with anxiety, depression and PTSD.

Business simulation game provides real-life benefits

Jobs and scholarships were on the line as over 200 student competitors from Central Michigan University were mentored by 40 businesses for the 7th Annual ERPsim Invitational Competition.

On taking the plunge: Three local women on making their own path

The story of three local women who have taken the plunge and courageously made their own path in life share how they made it happen – on their own terms.

Q&A with Melissa Farley of the Midland Business Alliance Innovation Center

Melissa Farley, Director of the Innovation Center and Small Business at the Midland Business Alliance (MBA) on some great things that have come out of the Innovation Center, her favorite new spot to hang out in Midland and what she likes most about her role.

Helen Szabo and Taylor Cobb with Ieuter Insurance Group
Q&A with Helen Szabo and Taylor Cobb from Ieuter Insurance Group

Two new insurance agents at Ieuter Insurance in Downtown Midland talk to us about their respective roles and the key part that insurance plays in any investment or endeavor.

A1 Painting shines new light on an old trade

A1 Painting is changing the local trade industry by bringing new life to an old trade and providing workers with a livable wage and increased skills.

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