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How Produce Prescriptions are promoting healthy behaviors across Michigan

More than 20 Produce Prescription Programs operating across the state are helping people improve their diets by giving them access to fresh fruits and vegetables.

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Two decorative brick walls in Wenonah Park became canvases for some of the murals.
Murals fill Wenonah Park with art, but their purpose goes much deeper than beauty

Public art ­– such as murals recently unveiled in Wenonah Park – beautifies communities, builds the economy, gives voices to marginalized people, and more. Public art also can improve safety and raise awareness about issues facing a community.  

MYPros Marybeth Penkala and Kevin LaDuke present a check to Stacie Scherman, Nor'East Outdoors
MyPros making an impact

A crowdfunding initiative by young professionals is helping local businesses and the community.

The Boulevard Lounge is located  at 316 S. Saginaw Road in Midland.
Bully for “The Bully”

The Boulevard Lounge, a fixture in Midland’s bar/restaurant scene, has updated the front and the back of the house.

For 14 years, the Hell’s Half-Mile Film and Music Festival filled a September weekend with independent films and music at venues throughout the downtown area. This year, the festival offers both virtual and in-person options.
River of Time debuts in its new location later this month

River of Time fills Johnson's Pumpkin Farm with living history later this month.

Operation 40K: A population growth initiative for the Great Lakes Bay Region

A multi-tiered effort is underway to increase the region's population.

Neighboring Week is September 24-30.
Neighboring Week planning underway

There are a variety of ways you can take part in Neighboring Week in Midland, September 24-30.

Help offered for families of persons living with a mental illness

The Midland affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) has opened registration for their free Family-to-Family program this fall. The eight-session course helps caregivers and family members of those living with a mental illness.

The fair features two nights of the Super Kicker Rodeo on Monday and Tuesday.
Rides, entertainment, food and fun await at the Midland County Fair

It’s that time of year – fair time! The 85th annual Midland County Fair brings education, entertainment, food, and rides to the community from Aug. 13-19.   

Jessica Jones, be nice. communications director, and Isabelle Buck, student volunteer.
Back-to-school with community mental health

Community mental health supports students as they go back to school.

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