Marta Manning

A native of Poland, Marta Manning shifted her career path to freelance journalism after working as a research chemist. Her articles have appeared in WebMD.com, the Chemical City Paper, Our Catholic Faith Midland, the NAMI.org national blog, and the Midland Daily News. Marta enjoys drawing and painting, hiking, and supporting local arts and indie music.

Feature Story Staff at Shier’s Deli prepares 150 ReGrow meals each week. The program has allowed the two employees to keep their jobs.
Partner Content When students complete the GED program, they are offered a full-time position at MidMichigan Health, including a comprehensive benefits package.
Feature Story “In Midland, we want people to understand and realize and know that everybody here belongs."

Neighboring Week promotes inclusive communities


Feature Story With a mix of figurative and abstract elements, the mural pops with bright colors.

Mural splashes Pere Marquette Rail Trail with color


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Feature Story The hallway leading to patient rooms features a domestic vibe to aid in stress reduction during medical visits.
Feature Story Door decorations at Nature Niche add a holiday touch to a safety notice.

Midland retailers balance safety with cheer this holiday season