Jessica Chai speaks with Max Loves Midland

Celebrating culture and youth leadership: Meet Jessica Chai

Meet Jessica Chai, a senior at Dow High School and Co-Chair of the upcoming Midland Lunar New Year Celebration at Dow Diamond.

NASA HUNCH brings real-world space exploration to Midland Public Schools

Midland Public Schools welcomed NASA experts from the HUNCH program, inspiring students in STEM projects like Dow High’s Space Farmers.

‘Space Explorers: The Infinite’ touches down exclusively in Midland

Step into genuine ISS footage, witness Earth from orbit, and join astronauts’ daily routines at Space Explorers: The Infinite, an exclusive Midland virtual reality exhibition.

Expert presenters share evidence-based information traversing the lifespan from early intervention and initial diagnosis to quality of life for older autistic adults.
Navigating Autism Today Conference connects autism community to facts, friendships, and resources

The Autism Alliance of Michigan Navigating Autism Today (NAT) Conference connects autistic people of all ages and their loved ones with education, resources, and community.

The Ability Social Club, which opened in December inside the former Dunlop Pontiac, aims to provide a social setting for adults 21 and over. The center hopes to foster a sense of community for people with a wide range of abilities.
Bay City’s Ability Social Club creates a welcoming space for all

A new Bay City nonprofit, the Ability Social Club, fosters community and creativity for adults 21 and up. This inclusive welcoming center in Downtown Bay City is especially designed for folks living with a range of abilities.  

Local partnerships help Bay-Arenac Community High School students earn art and physical education credits.
United Way grant opens doors for students to study at Studio 23 and the Family Y

Local partnerships help Bay-Arenac Community High School students earn art and physical education credits.  

Delta College encourages students to gain real-world experience through co-op jobs and internships during college.
Internships and co-ops cultivate local talent, benefit schools, and help businesses

Co-ops and internships bridge the gap between the classroom and the workplace, helping students, schools, and local businesses.  

Midland County ESA unveils Sugnet School addition, opening doors to modern learning

The newly unveiled Sugnet School addition, funded by a $17 million bond, exemplifies MCESA’s innovative approach to education, strengthening community connections and supporting student success.

The free event aims to introduce girls to careers and professional opportunities in the construction industry.
“Build Like A Girl” returns to Midland on Feb. 19

Young women in grades 5-12 can explore construction careers at the Build Like a Girl event, featuring hands-on activities, industry speakers, mentorship opportunities in Midland.

A stone statue in Washington DC commemorates the work of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
The Great Lakes Bay Region marks MLK Jr. Day with celebrations, scholarships, and awards

A Linwood man, students from Bay County high schools, and a Delta College associate professor are among those celebrated during two events honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The keynote speaker at the SVSU event is Rev. Nontombi Naomi Tutu, daughter of Archbishop Desmond Tutu.  

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