Downtown Midland plans full lineup of November events to celebrate the holiday season
Downtown Midland is getting ready to welcome the holidays with a full lineup of events throughout November.
Child care is more than a family issue. It’s also a key priority for businesses
Economists and educators agree that investing in child care is good for businesses trying to attract and retain talent.
Midland Public Schools invites community input on long-term strategic plan
Midland Public Schools is inviting community members to help shape the district’s future.
Disability Network of Mid-Michigan promotes inclusion beyond Neighboring Week
Although Neighboring Week has ended, the impact of the Disability Network of Mid-Michigan continues to ripple through the community.
Bay County coalition is bridging the gap for families during the SNAP and WIC pause
In Bay County, a coalition formed to help families fill their dinner plates. The coalition is tackling the problem in several different ways.The Bay Area Community Foundation established a Food Insecurity Emergency Fund for both Bay and Arenac counties. At the same time, the United Way of Bay County is collecting food to divide between food banks and recruiting volunteers to meet increased demand.
Hands-on opportunities: Build Like a Girl seeks local construction and supply partners
ABC-GMC is seeking contractors and suppliers to host hands-on booths at Build Like a Girl, giving young women a first look at careers in construction and the skilled trades.
Federal SNAP changes threaten little Michiganders’ food access and future
Good nutrition lays the foundation for physical growth, brain development, and school readiness.
Los cambios federales en el SNAP amenazan el acceso a los alimentos y el futuro de los pequeños habitantes de Michigan
“Las prestaciones del SNAP no cubren todos los gastos alimentarios de las familias en ningún lugar del estado, y estos cambios están ampliando aún más esa brecha”. Julie Cassidy, MLPP.
التغييرات الفيدرالية على برنامج المساعدات الغذائية التكميلية (سناب) تهدد وصول أطفال ميشيغان الصغار إلى الغذاء ومستقبلهم
تشكل التغذية الجيدة الأساس للنمو الجسدي وتطور الدماغ والاستعداد المدرسي. وتُعد الألف يوم الأولى من حياة الطفل — من الحمل حتى عمر سنتين — مرحلة حاسمة.
Mental health equity: Changes, challenges, and paving a path forward
“Health equity has always been an uphill battle. But without intentional investment and consistency, we risk sliding backward." Marianne Huff
