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Dow Gardens Christmas Walk is scheduled for Dec. 7-9 & 14-16.

Take a snowy stroll through Dow Gardens for their Christmas Walk event

Now is the time to walk through a winter wonderland at Dow Gardens this holiday season. Their upcoming Christmas Walk tours invite the community to walk or ride through the lit-up, festive grounds.

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Eli @ Wooden Gate Camp
Differently Abled: Offerings in Midland area to those with disabilities

The Midland community is able to serve people who need varied supports.

Copper Country initiative emphasizes fresh and local foods

In the western Upper Peninsula, the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community strives toward the goal of food sovereignty, strengthening the community's ability to produce more of its own fresh and local food sources. 

Michigan’s University Research Corridor: Leading the Way in Sustainable Innovation

Michigan students, researchers, and campuses are serious about the environment  and are working to discover ways to meet today’s economic and health needs and ensure a healthy environment for future generations.

One of the new Dial-A-Ride electric vehicles
EV added to Dial-A-Ride fleet

City of Midland rolls out two new electric vehicle vans.

Midland County Department of Public Health hosts vaccine clinics

Flu shots, COVID-19 boosters, and other immunizations are available at vaccination clinics. 

Datasha Chapman, a member of Calvin University's Lay Ambassadors for Mental Health program, chats with a colleague.
Mental health ambassadors and prenatal coaches: Michigan orgs tackle social determinants of health

Michigan organizations are innovating to address the non-medical factors that influence people's health in alignment with the state of Michigan's Social Determinants of Health Strategy.

Sustainability, equity are new ingredients in a restaurant’s success

More Michigan restaurants are putting sustainability into practice with a focus on employment equity, reducing waste, and sourcing local. But this commitment takes time, money,  and people ― and restaurant owners may find themselves in short supply of all three.

Rivard has adopted a painter’s name of 'Emiliah,' with which she signs her art work and goes by on Instagram (Photo Credit: Sarah Sexton)
Auburn artist is creating thought-provoking, slightly unnerving paintings that evoke strong emotion

Studio 23 and the Bay City Players highlighted Emily Rivard’s work. Soon, she hopes to open an Auburn restaurant and bakery where she also can display and sell her paintings.  

The Northwood University International Auto Show takes place Fri-Sat, October 6-8.
The 60th Northwood University International Auto Show invites you to CONNECT

The student run outdoor auto show on the campus of Northwood University returns for its 60th year.  It's a great experience for the students and car lovers.

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