In partnership with The Care Store, Union Township hosts a donation drive through May 19 to directly benefit the Isabella County community with essential supplies that are not eligible for purchase with a Michigan Bridge Card.

With two main campuses and 18 off-campus locations across Michigan, plus virtual offerings, Mid Michigan College stays true to its mission of bringing educational accessibility to the communities it serves. Discover how Mid addresses local needs and lifelong learning.

As Wood Shop Social approaches their one-year anniversary in Mt. Pleasant, the restaurant is awarded as a 2023 Best Small Business at the annual Michigan Celebrates Small Business Gala.

A tradition in Shepherd, Michigan since 1958, the Shepherd Maple Syrup Festival is celebrated across the central Michigan region. The 2023 festival was held Thursday, April 27 through Sunday, April 30. The diverse schedule of events included a classic car show, a pancake-eating contest, a midway carnival, quilt show, two parades, and performances by a host of local and visiting arts and performing groups.

The Mt. Pleasant Area Community Foundation is bringing back their annual Give Local Isabella event for 24-hours of fundraising. All funds raised will go directly to local non-profit organizations. Learn more about this event and how to donate.

What happens to musicians after they’ve received one-on-one instruction at Mount Pleasant Music Studio? They might be matched with a band! And lucky for Mt. Pleasant residents, those bands are back touring the area as the School of Rock tour returns for their 29th season with entertainment at local venues across the region this Spring.

Starting May 1, I-Ride riders will have access to a new app that will make it easier to access I-Ride services, track trips, skip having to make a phone call to schedule service via the call center, and be able to manage their account balance. Find out more about the new app.

In a time where Michigan is lacking in literacy on a national level, CMU Literacy Center’s director, Dr. Chad Waldron, discusses literacy resources and advice for area educators, parents, and caregivers.