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.
Read MoreGive 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.
Read More“I want this community to remain a place where people feel welcome and supported. I want us to keep building on that sense of connection and continue showing up for one another.” -Jesse Fletcher
Read MoreMidland Child Advocacy Center's 13th annual Art + Advocacy Auction to be held May 14 from 5:30-9 p.m. at Creative 360, 5501 Jefferson Avenue. Presented by Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP, this event celebrates the intersection of art and advocacy, raising funds and awareness for the critical work of Midland Child Advocacy Center, in protecting and supporting children who have experienced abuse or neglect.
Read More“My hopes for Midland are simple and big at the same time. I want this to keep being a place where people feel they can contribute, plant roots, and help make things beautiful.” -Reneé Deckrow
Read More“My name is Julie Sheets, and I’ve spent the last 32 years working in early childhood education. Today, I serve as the Early Intervention Coordinator for Meridian Public Schools, where I get to support young learners and their families during some of the most important years of development.”
Read MoreMidland Child Advocacy Center invites you to join us in celebrating National Child Abuse Prevention month this April. Child Abuse Prevention month is a time for communities to raise awareness and inspire collective action so our children can lead their best lives.
Read MoreThe Humane Society of Midland County (HSoMC) invites the community to attend its annual “Paws for a Cause Luncheon Fundraiser – Presented by MOTTO Mortgage” on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at The Great Hall in Midland.
Read MoreThe 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.
Read MoreThis is the 8th time the Midland Area Wellbeing Coalition has facilitated the Midland Wellbeing Certificate since launching it in spring of 2024 - and here’s what we consistently find: when people pause - together - growth happens.
Read More“When I think about the future of Midland County, I hope we continue to build on all of our strengths while reaching more people in more places. I want Midland to remain a place that values creativity, welcomes diverse cultures, supports young people, and offers reasons for them to stay.” -John Metcalf
Read MoreAs the spring travel season approaches, the local health departments serving Midland, Bay, and Saginaw counties wish to alert residents to the growing risk of measles in the USA. As of March 2026, >1,300 confirmed measles cases have occurred nationwide, with major outbreaks in popular travel destinations like Florida, South Carolina, and Utah. Michigan reported its first case of measles for the year on March 11, 2026.
Read MoreThe St. Baldrick Foundation is a nationwide organization that raises money for childhood cancer research. The money they raise is awarded as grants to research labs worldwide and has raised over $350 million since it began in the early 2000s.
Read More“I'm Rhiannon Gonzales, the Midland Destination Ambassador for Go Great Lakes Bay, our regional convention and visitors bureau. If you had asked me years ago where my career would lead, I probably never would have guessed tourism and hospitality.”
Read MoreBlack 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.
Read More“I’m Patrick McElgunn, and these days I run what I like to call the Idea Center at Northwood University. My official title is the Director of the Alden B. Dow Center for Creativity and Enterprise, but the simple version is this: I help students start, run, and scale businesses while they’re still in school.”
Read MoreWinter 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.
Read More“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
Read MoreThe Sanford Dam Mural and Walkway project team is pleased to announce the Call for Artists, inviting muralists from across the country to submit their portfolios for consideration. The artwork consists of an 80 ft. mural on the downstream side of the Sanford Dam powerhouse wall.
Read More“I’m Jenifer Acosta, and I’m a real estate developer and housing strategist. I’m the lead consultant for Housing Forward, a community-based initiative working to implement solutions and develop and rehabilitate housing throughout Midland County and the surrounding region.” -Jenifer Acosta
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