‘Combined energy turned into a good tornado’: The Bay Area Women’s Center’s 50-year evolution

A dozen founding mothers created the Bay Area Women’s Center in 1975. Today, the nonprofit organization serves women, children, men, transgender, and non-binary individuals facing domestic and sexual violence.

Pulse collaboration with MiLeap seeks to transform child care access in Michigan

The Pulse initiative is transforming early childhood in Michigan by bridging the gap between research and practice.

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Dental therapy offers Michigan an innovative path to expand essential oral health care

Michigan introduces licensed dental therapists to address provider shortages, empowering students to deliver vital community care.

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Disability Network Mid-Michigan partners with state on long-term care support

Disability Network Mid-Michigan expands support through MI Options program

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Midland antique festival returns with cars, music and treasures

Fall antiques and classic cars fill Midland fairgrounds this weekend

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Dow High School graduate wins scholarship for remarkable leadership
OPINION: Here is one solution for the problem of social media and political violence

The intensity of America’s political culture that factored into the assassination of conservative influencer Charlie Kirk has intensified the scrutiny of the role of social media.

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Your guide to Midland Neighboring Week events and celebrations

Neighbors across Midland to share stories, food, and fun during Neighboring Week.

Community mental health’s unsung heroes: Listening, walking alongside, and holding hope

Throughout Michigan, quiet heroes leave a profound imprint on those with mental illness.

Detroit vs. outstate: Do child care challenges differ for urban and rural families?

While geography shapes experience, families face similar struggles finding child care.

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