Economic Development

Santa House volunteer Kimberly Zimmer-Janeczko & Santa Claus

Be one of Santa’s helpers!

Get in the Christmas spirit by volunteering at the Santa House in Midland.

Latest in Economic Development
New lighting being installed at Dow Diamond.
Reinvestment in Dow Diamond

Let there be light (and some other less visible projects) at the home of the Great Lakes Loons.

Celebrate Halloween in downtown Midland
Boo! Check out Halloween fun in Midland.

Plenty of activities to choose from to celebrate Halloween in Midland.

The Dow Tennis Classic is a WTA 125 event.
Dow Tennis Classic brings elite players to Midland

The 35th Dow Tennis Classic is back at the Greater Midland Tennis Center from Oct. 30 - Nov. 5. The event invites the community to witness some of the sport’s top-ranked players, participate in free youth activities, and enjoy food and drink.

Live and Let Live Mural now at Creative 360
John Pratt Mosaic House demolished, Creative 360 preserves the murals

A home and local attraction with an interesting history involving art and mental illness will still have a presence despite being torn down.

Matt Smith, trout fishing in northern Michigan
Profile Q & A with Matt Smith, Outdoorsman/Realtor

Matt Smith is an outdoorsman and a businessman. He’s been able to combine what he loves doing with earning a living. In our Profile Q & A, we learn why Matt loves to hunt and fish, and we get his thoughts on the value of recreational property and what it means to our economy.

Islamic Center of Midland
Islamic Center of Midland invites community to meet their Muslim neighbors

The open house takes place on Saturday, Oct. 21, and includes cultural displays and speakers.

The Becnel Residence by Francis "Red" Warner
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.   

The groundbreaking for the Grove Park restroom project was held on Sept 7, 2023.
A Changing Place improves accessibility

A new, first of its kind “inclusive” restroom facility will be built in Grove Park.

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