This story is part of the Faces of Midland project. David Clark has a life-long connection to the Midland Daily News.
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The Midland Area Community Foundation invites the community to attend Ripple Effect on Wednesday, October 21, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Midland Country Club. This year’s celebration will honor Paul and Kim White and Greg and Elaine White as the Foundation’s 2026 Philanthropists of the Year.
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This story is part of the Faces of Midland project. Brandon Munsey fulfills a family legacy in service to our country.
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The Cultural Awareness Coalition will host a 5th Anniversary Celebration of the Voices of Black Midland oral history project on Wednesday, October 21, at the Midland Center for the Arts, 1801 W. St. Andrews, Midland, Michigan.
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When unexpected hardship affects a family, having a stable place to call home can provide an important foundation for moving forward. A new local partnership is bringing that kind of support to a Midland County family.
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The Alden B. Dow Home & Studio and Mid-Century Modern Midland will host its annual fall home tours on Saturday, October 10, from 12–3 p.m., offering visitors the opportunity to step inside three distinctive private Mid-Century Modern homes in Midland.
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On August 24, 2026, the Community Success Panel (CSP) convened key Midland County stakeholders from business, government, education, and non-profit sectors to align local economic development and community initiatives. Established in 2010 and utilizing the Communities of Excellence Baldrige framework, the CSP drives collective impact across health, education, the economy, and quality of life through four core focus areas: Building Our Livelihood, Developing Our Talent, Caring for Our People, and Enriching Our Community. The meeting featured updates on critical county issues along with updates from individual organization on upcoming events and programming.
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At the August 14 Max Loves Midland Navigation Team meeting, community leaders, educators, and partners came together to explore the story of K-12 Education in Midland County. The conversation highlighted the work happening across local school districts, the collaborative systems supporting students, and the many ways community members can help strengthen education in Midland County.
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The Party At The Pavilion was started and founded by (Twin Terror Music) Aaron and Austin Banks, back in 2017. The Party At the Pavilion has always been a all ages free admission show aimed at displaying a positive light on the 989 hiphop scene and giving local artists a opportunity to perform and showcase their talents, while giving back and raising money for a good cause.
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Public Arts Midland and Creative 360 will bring the performing arts outdoors in Midland with their second Performance in the Park event. Local actors will bring Shakespeare’s The Tempest to life in a family-friendly show, supported by the talents of a wide range of performing groups from the Great Lakes Bay Region.
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The Midland Area River Days Festival returns Thursday, July 30, through Sunday, August 2, along the river near The Tridge in Downtown Midland. Organized by the Midland Area Community Foundation, the four-day festival unites community organizations, volunteers, performers, and local service clubs for one of Midland’s signature summer celebrations.
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Family & Children's Services of Mid-Michigan (FCSM) is proud to announce the acquisition of the digital assets and educational resources of the Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Youth Advocacy Council (SOGI YAC), ensuring that years of valuable research, toolkits, educational materials, and community resources will remain available to youth, families, educators, and community partners throughout the Great Lakes Bay Region.
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The Midland Area Community Foundation is looking back on the month of May with gratitude following a record-breaking Give Local Midland, the Foundation’s annual 24-hour giving event supporting nonprofit endowment funds held at the Community Foundation.
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The Max Loves Midland Navigation Team gathered on May 15, 2026 for a look into How We Build What Matters: Infrastructure & Partnerships in Midland, exploring efforts like the Four Lakes Task Force, internet connectivity, and flood reduction in Midland County.
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Join the Alden B. Dow Home and Studio and Mid-Century Modern Midland for two events centered in the rich architectural legacy of Midland, Michigan on Saturday, May 16.
In the morning, Erin Hawkins, Director of Strategic Partnerships and Communications for Visit Columbus, will present her lecture “Different by Design: How Columbus, Indiana Became an Architectural Destination” at the Grace A. Dow Memorial Library Auditorium at 11 AM.
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Give Local Midland, the Midland Area Community Foundation’s annual 24-hour giving event for nonprofit endowment funds held at the Foundation, returns on Tuesday, May 5, 2026. This year’s event will feature over 85 local nonprofits working to raise dollars to support their critical work today and for generations to come.
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The Noon Exchange Club of Midland is proud to announce the return of its annual Boots on the Green Golf Outing, taking place on Friday, August 21, 2026, at Sandy Ridge Golf Course.
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Black History is Everyone’s History. The Voices of Black Midland group invites you to get curious about the stories and experiences of Black members of our community, to expand perspectives, and to explore biases and beliefs around race.
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Winter in Michigan can be tough. Shorter days and cold weather may keep us indoors and alone more often. During this time of year, people may find themselves struggling with feelings of loneliness and depression, and in some cases substance use and/or thoughts of suicide. If this sounds like you or someone you care about, know that there is help. Three numbers could help save a life.
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“Hi, I’m Ben Marsh, and I’m one of the Owners of Creation Coffee. Creation is almost 10 years old, and that still feels unreal to say out loud. What started as a curiosity between my business partner, Jacob Spence, and me has grown into a roastery, multiple café locations, and a company that quietly supports a whole lot of other businesses across Michigan.” -Ben Marsh
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