Economic Development

Pre-owned golf clubs make it affordable to enter the sport or upgrade your equipment. Encore Golf Supply also offers repair and re-fitting services.

Encore Golf Supply takes a swing at providing the region with affordable, pre-owned golf equipment

Encore Golf Supply opened its Monitor Township location in 2023. Since then, the business that focuses on selling pre-owned golf equipment, has steadily grown.

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Voices of Youth: Five ideas for kids and teens to unlock summer adventures

Right now, the 2025-26 school year feels far away, but it will arrive faster than you think. Make a plan now to make the most of this summer.

Walk Midland returns for summer 2025 with weekly community strolls

Walk Midland invites residents to enjoy free, weekly group walks throughout summer, promoting wellness and community connection across various Midland locations.

Kat Layton
Library social worker connects patrons with resources and a listening ear

Ypsilanti District Library’s social worker bridges the gap between patrons and local resources they need — everything from housing support to simply listening without judgment.   

Local students earn college scholarships and grants for their school during STEM competition

Students from four local Great Lakes Bay Region schools – including Midland –participated in the 12th annual A.H. Nickless Innovation Award competition at SVSU. .

Cailey Brown
Quiet work with loud impact: Meet Cailey Brown

Cailey Brown reflects on her journey into child advocacy, the weight of forensic interviewing, and finding purpose through healing work.

Jacqueline Leapheart
Meet Jacqueline Leapheart

A Midland native juggles nonprofit work, photography, and mentorship while honoring a family legacy at Adoption Option Inc. and advocating for inclusivity and youth empowerment.

"There is just something innately good for you in a forest. It’s good for your soul," says Whiting.
Arbor Day unites Midland community through tree planting, education

ReLeaf Michigan and Dow Gardens celebrate Arbor Day with tree plantings at Wallen Park and school visits, promoting environmental education, community engagement, and sustainability in Midland.

When Tri City Motor Speedway opens in May for its 2025 season, new owners will be at the wheel.
New owners at Tri City Motor Speedway vow to honor tradition while revving up the future

The brothers who now own Tri City Motor Speedway, Klint and Kalvin Lewis, say the 2025 season will focus on providing thrilling races while building the audience, attracting drivers, and securing sponsors.  

Alexy Woody
Exploring the arts & outer space: Meet Alex Woody

Alex Woody, Communications and Public Relations Manager at Midland Center for the Arts, found a passion for arts storytelling through theater. 

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