VIDEO: Pennies from Heaven breaks down employment barriers

How are rural foundations across the state approaching economic development? We’re sharing success stories right here in Michigan, with a look at how can the philanthropic sector break down barriers that make it challenging for employees to be successful in the workforce? Find out what Pennies from Heaven Foundation did to help.

Greater Midland partners with Bike Midland to offer free bike share membership

As we near spring, Greater Midland is partnering with Bike Midland to encourage activity and exploration around town.

Q&A with Bo Brines of Little Forks Outfitters

Q&A with Bo Brines of Little Forks Outfitters in Downtown Midland on all things outdoors and a little known fact on repairing your gear.

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Local and global: Three new restaurants offer Midland more fresh and local options

Three new restaurants are open for business offering diverse and locally-sourced cuisine -- see how they got their start.

Q&A: Jo Currier from Ways to Wellness

Q&A with Jo Currier, owner of Ways to Wellness in Downtown Midland on the power of reiki, holistic wellness and locating in the downtown community.

How a merger between Forward Cities and CEOs for Cities will aim to drive inclusive economic growth

Wealth inequality in America across racial lines is growing, particularly in cities. Here's how one organization proposes to tackle it.

Midland boasts mid-century appeal

These very fortunate people in the Midland area have homes designed by renowned mid-century modern architect Jackson B. Hallett.

Community advancement firm to relocate to bigger office space in downtown Midland this summer

In addition to moving its ten Midland employees, OHM is moving employees from its Saginaw offices to town, growing its Midland office to 25 workers.

Local food truck business makes transition to open authentic Mexican cuisine restaurant in Midland

Check out the local food truck turned restaurant Los Jalapeños, which opened its doors just a few months ago.

Midland Area Homes keeps families and seniors stably housed

A great local resource for local families and senior citizens, MAH accepts donations year round as well as the annual House to Home fundraiser.

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