Health

William Butler is prepared to get his blood drawn at HUDA by his nurse, Val Gamble. Butler has been coming to HUDA for his health care needs since he lost his health insurance four years ago.

How once-vacant sites are becoming hubs for health equity in Michigan

Marginalized Michigan residents are finding health services in easily accessible neighborhood locations, and formerly defunct buildings are becoming bright spots on their blocks.

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Q&A with Jaewon Lim, owner of Lim’s Taekwondo

We sit down with Jaewon Lim, of Lim's Taekwondo in Center City to talk about martial arts, her decades of teaching and what she enjoys most.

Midland organizations advocate for education and eradication of violence against women

Globally, 1 in 3 women is the victim of sexual assault or violence in their lifetime. The issue is global, national and local. Several organizations in the Midland area are aiming to make progress on that number in our community.

Q&A with Kristen McDonald, CEO of Greater Midland

We caught up with Kristen McDonald, president and CEO of Greater Midland on her favorite fitness activities and the number of resources that Greater Midland offers the region.

Remodeled and repurposed, Grove Tea Lounge set to open in previous bank

With the intent of creating community, Grove Tea Lounge will soon open its doors with several nods to the former structure, a previous branch of Chemical Bank. Designed by Alden B. Dow's team, this building will now have new life as a hub of connection.

Q&A with Jacqueline Leapheart of Adoption Option

We talk to Jacqueline Leapheart, marketing and fund development coordinator with Adoption Option, on the family services that the organization brings to the region.

Leadership Midland: Over 30 years of building the network of leaders

Since 1986 Leadership Midland has produced over 1,1100 graduates who make an impact by putting new skills and relationships to use within the community.

Q&A with Brad Befus, President of Scientific Anglers

Brad Befus, president of Midland-based Scientific Anglers on his favorite fishing spots, what inspires the company to create the best fly line they can and how the iconic design of the company headquarters plays a role in their success.

A young patient at Holy Family Healthcare.
These innovative solutions are addressing the unique health challenges of rural Michigan living

Many rural Michiganders face health disparities, but multiple organizations are creating new ways of structuring rural hospitals and clinics and reaching out to rural patients.

Q&A with Camille Gerace Nitschky of Children’s Grief Center

The first of its kind in the region, the mission of the Children’s Greif Center is to provide a healing environment for children, teens and their families who are grieving a death.

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