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Event helps autistic children and adults get used to the airport environment and boarding experience.

On Board for Autism: Airport simulation helps autistic kids take flight

To help autistic people and their families manage  these challenges, Autism Alliance of Michigan (AAoM), Delta Airlines, and the Detroit Metropolitan Airport partner to host On Board for Autism events that prepare them to successfully take a flight.

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Since the beginning, Bay City Bridge Partners has pledged to be an active member of the community.
Navigating Bay City’s toll bridges: Q&A with Kevin Bischel

Bay City is now home to two toll bridges. While that has many drivers planning ways to get around town without paying the tolls, General Manager Kevin Bischel says the bridges are helping our economy and community.  

Melvin Henley
Growing Michigan Together Council addresses housing and other concerns across the state

Established by Governor Whitmer, the Growing Michigan Together Council works to develop a long-term plan of action to address many issues of concern across the state. Different goals include jobs, talent, and people; infrastructure and places; PreK-12 and higher education, and revenue. Block by Block spoke with the Executive Director of the Growing Michigan Together Council and Michigan’s first Chief Growth Officer Hilary Doe, and Melvin Henley at Community Economic Development Association of Michigan to hear about the council’s report.   

Since the beginning, Bay City Bridge Partners has pledged to be an active member of the community.
A tale of three bridges: Tolls have begun on one Bay City bridge, construction slated for two others

Bay City is a town linked together by bridges. Two of the four bridges crossing the Saginaw River will be under construction this fall. A third bridge recently converted to a toll system.

Changing one-way streets to two-way?

City of Midland is considering changing how traffic flows on Ashman and Rodd Streets. The public has several opportunities to provide input.

A highlight of Young Eagles Day is when pilots take young people for a ride in the sky.
Barstow Airport and EAA promote aviation

Through a variety of program and events, the local EAA chapter increases interest in aviation and the use of Barstow Airport.  

Graphic courtesy of Bay City Bridge Partners
Bridge tolls are coming to Bay City. The best way to save money is to register for a transponder

Liberty Bridge is open to traffic and toll-free until June 16. You can take steps now so you’re ready when tolling begins.  

The Northwood University International Show takes place Oct. 7-9 in Midland.
Campus Car Show Returns to Midland for 59th Year

Northwood University students invite the community to share in their interactive automotive show as a part of the school's experiential learning. This student-run event is the largest in North America and has something for everyone.

Issue Media Group relaunches Upper Peninsula publication

Issue Media Group is excited to announce the relaunch of its online, community-informed, digital publication in the Upper Peninsula. UPword will focus on innovation, talent, entrepreneurship, social innovation, and community development, while featuring U.P.-based talent.

Two vehicles on display from the County Connection fleet
It’s all in the ‘chips,’ say public transportation managers

Like most Americans, social changes, public health, and climate change are affecting how Dial-A-Ride and County Connection managers provide service. The number of miles and the time to get to destinations create the biggest difference in costs.

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