Entrepreneurship

Sanford native Nolan Schooley showcases his talent on Food Network with help from Bay-Arenac ISD

Nolan Schooley, a Sanford native and pastry chef at The H Hotel in Downtown Midland was a recent contestant on the Food Network thanks in part to his training in high school from the Bay-Arenac ISD Career Center.

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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.

Women’s entrepreneurship forum offers chance to connect

The Women to Women Entrepreneurship Forum is a free event happening next week at Northwood University and features several discussions with local and NU alumni entrepreneurs.

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.

Old school fermenter establishes product line at Midland Farmers Market

Brad Fierro, a Type 1 diabetic started his fermented food business, Civil Ferments, in his kitchen in 2012. He serves many farmers markets across Michigan and became a part of the Midland Area Farmers Market this year.

Center City district in Midland welcomes further development options

The Center City district has sought input from local citizens and business owners on development options for the district's $1 million grant from Dow Chemical – and the future looks bright.

Q&A with David Ramaker, president of the Michigan Baseball Foundation

David Ramaker, president of the Michigan Baseball Foundation on what makes Midland great, what he would like to see take shape in the city and an update on the road diet.

Bloody Mary mix establishes brand at Midland Area Farmers Market

In just two years time, Brewt's Bloody Mary Mix went from being made in a home kitchen to being the official Bloody Mary mix at Detroit Lions games. You'll also find Brewt's for sale in a few places around Midland.

Q&A with Ben Cohen, owner of Small House Farms and author

We sit down with Ben Cohen, owner of Small House Farm on his new book, From Our Seeds & Their Keepers: A Collection of Stories.

Midland Makers Series: Spotlight on area craftsmanship

In another edition of Midland Makers, we talk to three more local businesses that have a deep focus on craftsmanship: Eastman's Forgotten Ciders, Helios Hops and Mule Resophonic Guitars.

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