Businesses find big returns in child care investments
Experts and local leaders make a strong case that quality child care isn’t just a family need, it’s a business investment.
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Child care is more than a family issue. It’s also a key priority for businesses
Economists and educators agree that investing in child care is good for businesses trying to attract and retain talent.
Midland Public Schools invites community input on long-term strategic plan
Midland Public Schools is inviting community members to help shape the district’s future.
Bay County coalition is bridging the gap for families during the SNAP and WIC pause
In Bay County, a coalition formed to help families fill their dinner plates. The coalition is tackling the problem in several different ways.The Bay Area Community Foundation established a Food Insecurity Emergency Fund for both Bay and Arenac counties. At the same time, the United Way of Bay County is collecting food to divide between food banks and recruiting volunteers to meet increased demand.
Hands-on opportunities: Build Like a Girl seeks local construction and supply partners
ABC-GMC is seeking contractors and suppliers to host hands-on booths at Build Like a Girl, giving young women a first look at careers in construction and the skilled trades.
التغييرات الفيدرالية على برنامج المساعدات الغذائية التكميلية (سناب) تهدد وصول أطفال ميشيغان الصغار إلى الغذاء ومستقبلهم
تشكل التغذية الجيدة الأساس للنمو الجسدي وتطور الدماغ والاستعداد المدرسي. وتُعد الألف يوم الأولى من حياة الطفل — من الحمل حتى عمر سنتين — مرحلة حاسمة.
Two Midland High administrators named finalists for statewide awards
Midland High School administrators are being recognized among Michigan’s top school leaders.
Festival brings 19th-century farm life to Midland’s Chippewa Nature Center
Chippewa Nature Center will host its Fall Harvest Festival on Oct. 4 with demonstrations, crafts and family activities.
Detroit vs. outstate: Do child care challenges differ for urban and rural families?
While geography shapes experience, families face similar struggles finding child care.
Child care is more than a family issue. It’s also a key priority for businesses
Economists and educators agree that investing in child care is good for businesses trying to attract and retain talent.
Midland Public Schools invites community input on long-term strategic plan
Midland Public Schools is inviting community members to help shape the district’s future.
Bay County coalition is bridging the gap for families during the SNAP and WIC pause
In Bay County, a coalition formed to help families fill their dinner plates. The coalition is tackling the problem in several different ways.The Bay Area Community Foundation established a Food Insecurity Emergency Fund for both Bay and Arenac counties. At the same time, the United Way of Bay County is collecting food to divide between food banks and recruiting volunteers to meet increased demand.
Hands-on opportunities: Build Like a Girl seeks local construction and supply partners
ABC-GMC is seeking contractors and suppliers to host hands-on booths at Build Like a Girl, giving young women a first look at careers in construction and the skilled trades.
التغييرات الفيدرالية على برنامج المساعدات الغذائية التكميلية (سناب) تهدد وصول أطفال ميشيغان الصغار إلى الغذاء ومستقبلهم
تشكل التغذية الجيدة الأساس للنمو الجسدي وتطور الدماغ والاستعداد المدرسي. وتُعد الألف يوم الأولى من حياة الطفل — من الحمل حتى عمر سنتين — مرحلة حاسمة.
Two Midland High administrators named finalists for statewide awards
Midland High School administrators are being recognized among Michigan’s top school leaders.
Festival brings 19th-century farm life to Midland’s Chippewa Nature Center
Chippewa Nature Center will host its Fall Harvest Festival on Oct. 4 with demonstrations, crafts and family activities.
Detroit vs. outstate: Do child care challenges differ for urban and rural families?
While geography shapes experience, families face similar struggles finding child care.
