Community Development

Sunny with a chance of music: Summer festivals and events in Midland

Summer in Midland brings its fair share of festivals, activities and events. Here are some of the things we are looking forward to this year, including one brand new event.

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Facade improvement program aims to spruce up Center City in Midland

You may have noticed Midland's Center City has received an upgrade, check out the new face of some existing businesses.

A day in the life: Unique jobs in Midland

We talked to three Midlanders with unique roles about what inspires them and what their day looks like.

52nd annual Summer Art Fair moving to Downtown Midland

Midland Center for the Arts annual Summer Art Fair is on the move, see what you have to look forward to in just a few weeks.

Shelterhouse brings nationwide “What were you wearing?” exhibit to Midland

Midland hosted a powerful nationwide exhibit on April 9, titled "What Were You Wearing?" highlighting the importance of awareness about sexual assault.

Q&A with Dennis Pilaske and the Banff Mountain Film Festival

The 15th annual showing of the Banff Mountain Film Festival is this weekend in Midland. Dennis Pilaske sits down to talk about the festival, adventure and how it relates to Chippewa Nature Center's vision.

On the heels of $1M gift from Dow, RFP being readied for Center City development plan in Midland

Midland's Center City Authority will be announcing the RFP process soon for development of the surrounding area.

Accessible design: Midland creates approach for all

For those needing accessibility design means the difference between inclusion and isolation. See how three Midland outdoor spaces are tackling this need.

VIDEO: Rotary Charities expands equitable access to the waterfront in the Grand Traverse region

How are rural foundations across the state approaching economic development? We’re sharing success stories right here in Michigan, starting with a look at the Rotary Charities' efforts to expand equitable access to the waterfront in the Grand Traverse region.

Crafting a masterpiece: Midland’s growing beer culture

Over the past couple of years Midland's craft beer scene has grown, adding new events, locations and fans.

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