Wild Ones Mid-Mitten Chapter connects people and native plants 

Wild Ones promotes native landscapes through education, advocacy, and collaborative action

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Dahlia Hill marks season change with Autumn Equinox Celebration

Thousands of dahlias will be in full bloom as Dahlia Hill hosts its Autumn Equinox Celebration on Sept. 21.

Why talking about suicide is the best way to prevent it

Mental health agencies encourage conversation and sharing stories as a key method of preventing suicides.

Jordan “Boomer” Gonder
Jordan “Boomer” Gonder: Rooted in Midland from courtroom to ballpark

Meet Jordan Gonder, the man behind the mic at Dow Diamond

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Celebrate September in Midland with food, arts, and outdoor fun

Midland’s September calendar highlights food, art, gaming, and outdoor fun with community events for all.

Terri Johnson
Greater Midland’s cross-generational impact: Meet Terri Johnson

Meet Terri Johnson, President and Chief Executive Officer of Greater Midland.

Miss WONDERfully Unique Pageant celebrates personality and talent

The 10th Annual Miss WONDERFully Unique Pageant takes place at 4 p.m. Sat., Sept. 27 at Bay City Central High School, 1624 Columbus Ave.

Local agency works to give foster families dignity and support

The Foster Families Navigation and Resource Center, based in Bay City, establishes an endowment fund at the Bay Area Community Foundation to ensure it’s around to support generations of foster families.

Q&A: Behind the curtain with the Bay City Players Managing Director

As the Bay City Players gets ready to kick off its 2025-26 season this month, we talk to Kady Booth about benefits community theatre provides.

Food program nourishes a sense of empowerment for survivors of domestic violence

A food program at the Bay Area Women’s Center seeks to give power back to domestic violence survivors of all ages and genders.

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