Economic Development

A rendering of the future Fresh! by Gleaners.

Fresh food pantry set to open near Detroit, building upon other innovative Michigan models

Gleaners Community Food Bank has broken ground on Fresh! by Gleaners, an innovative concept that will make free, fresh food available to people living in Wayne and Macomb counties.

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Bay Area Energize celebrates 15 years of helping young professionals launch careers

Bay Area Energize, a program of the Bay Area Chamber of Commerce, celebrates its 15th anniversary. This networking organization fosters personal and professional growth, community engagement, and lifelong friendships among professionals under 40.  

Nicole Milton
FHLBank Indianapolis first-time home ownership program making Michiganders’ dreams a reality

FHLBank Indianapolis HomeBoost program offered up to $15,000 in down payment and closing and counseling costs assistance in its pilot year. For the program's return, those who qualify can receive up to $25,000.  

Shakespeare, bagpipes, sword fights, and more at Grove Park

On Saturday, Sept. 7, Public Arts Midland and Creative 360 will host the inaugural Performance in the Park, a day-long celebration of the performing arts at Grove Park in Midland.

Enjoy Life Art: Meet Jazz Benitez

Learn a bit about the lovely human that is Jazz Benitez. This creative California transplant works hard at many things and gives back to our community on the regular.

Alden B. Dow Home and Studio invites adults to summer camp next month

The Alden B. Dow Home and Studio is opening its doors for a unique two-day adult summer camp next month. 

Marybeth Penkala
People retention through connection: Marybeth Penkala

Meet Marybeth Penkala as we discuss the journey which lead her to plant roots in Midland, and what it’s like to look at people retention through connection!

Fourth Estate acquires Issue Media Group, the parent company of Route Bay City

Network of local news outlets will continue two-decade legacy of community-driven journalism.

Much of Main Street is closed to traffic and has become a public promenade.
Help decide The Commons Pedestrian Plaza’s future

The Downtown Development Authority is making plans for the plaza's future beyond 2025. and want public feedback through a new survey. 

While fishing isn't necessarily a spectator sport, fans do gather to see the boats launch and come in. They also take advantage of the opportunity to talk to the professionals.
Fishing tournaments reel in dollars, tourism, and community engagement for the region

Smallmouth and largemouth bass aren’t the only things national fishing tournaments are reeling into the Great Lakes Bay Region. Bay City, Midland, and Saginaw also saw hundreds of people and nearly a million dollars come into the area from direct spending of participants and tourists from these annual events.

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