Economic Development

New Restaurant Focuses on ‘Bird, Bacon, Bun’ Menu Items

A new restaurant, Winner Winner, is now open in Midland. The business features chicken. It's located on Midland's east side.  

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The view of the MyMichigan Heart and Vascular Center from W. Sugnet Street in Midland.
Catalyst Community: Architecture-MyMichigan Heart & Vascular Center

In the sixth article in a Catalyst Community series, we’ll focus on the architectural design of the MyMichigan Heart and Vascular Center   

A father selects fresh-picked radishes at a local farm stand.
Creating sustainable, local food systems through food policy councils

This article is the second in a two-part series about food policy councils and how SNAP-Ed can help to inform that work. 

Families enjoying fresh fruits and vegetables at a local farm stand.
The intersection of communities, educators, and food policy councils for just, healthy food systems

A food policy council can influence, improve, or remove barriers in the food system that cause disparities, inequities, poor nutrition, or economic hardships. 

Jessica & Steve Roth will perform at the event on Sat, May 21st.
Sanford concert celebrates recovery and rebuilding for flood anniversary

Coleman Faith United Methodist Church is hosting a concert on Saturday, May 21. The event, which includes food and music, celebrates the survivor spirit across the flood-affected communities, and honors those who helped with rebuilding and recovery.   

Kevin Novellino, owner of Brooklyn Boyz, invites you to a 20th anniversary celebration for his eatery. (Photo Credit: Ashley Brown)
Brooklyn Boyz planning a celebration for its 20th anniversary

Brooklyn Boyz is planning a celebration of 20 years in business that includes music, food, and entertainment.

Over 700 wells in Gladwin County had problems following the 2020 disaster.
Disaster case managers are still working to help people recover from the 2020 disaster

Our community came together to help people recover from one of the larger disasters in our state’s history, but the work’s not done yet. Catalyst looks at the efforts of the disaster case managers, two years after the dams were breached on Wixom and Sanford Lakes.  

Michigan Sugar Company President and CEO Neil Juhnke addresses grower-owners from the cooperative's East District during a Tool Shed meeting held in April 2023 at Maple Grove Acres in Ruth. (Photo courtesy of Michigan Sugar)
Small business grants help Bay City entrepreneurs build a better community

Small business owner says she's grateful for programs such as the Bay County Small Business Grant Program. The programs helped her boutique weather the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Midland Area Farmers Market is open Wednesdays and Saturdays from 7am-1pm.
Midland Area Farmers Market is open for the season

This past Saturday marked the official  opening for the Midland Area Farmers Market 2022 season. The market is open on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Dow Diamond East parking lot.

The information on how to keep kids safe while online has become “more of a need.”
Free seminar for parents to address how to keep kids safe online

Digital Mitten, a local social media company,  will host a parent seminar at Bay City Western High School on Tuesday, May 17th, at 6:30 p.m. titled “Keeping Kids Safe Online.”  

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