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Feature Story CTE team offers summer camps. Kids and Education

Midland County ESA helps create path for students to follow their passion

Carly LillardThursday, October 5, 2023
The belief in discovery over recruitment steers students toward a bright future.
Longform Emily Miller, Crime Victims Legal Assistance Project managing attorney. Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

Scams rob Michigan elders of millions, but health providers and nonprofits offer help

Estelle SlootmakerThursday, September 28, 2023
Michigan organizations that provide health care and other services for older adults are working to reduce the impact of scams through education and legislative help.
Development News The Becnel Residence by Francis "Red" Warner Arts and Culture

Alden B. Dow Home and Studio celebrates Midland’s resiliency

Sarah SpohnThursday, September 28, 2023
Midland has been through a lot, yet come out on top. The latest public tours hosted by the Alden B. Dow Home and Studio celebrate the community’s resiliency and beauty, showcasing three separate Mid-Century Modern homes.
Feature Story Streetscape project, Priority One, complete on South Saginaw Road. Community Development

Center City Streetscape Complete

Ralph E. WirtzThursday, September 28, 2023
Community celebrates end of Priority One construction on Saginaw Road Streetscape; looks toward the Circle Priority Two
Longform Home-based early childhood educators are essential to Michigan's childcare and preschool landscape. Second Wave - MichiganKids and Education

Home-based early childhood educators weigh in on PreK for All

Ashley KingWednesday, September 27, 2023
A common concern about PreK for All that came up during listening sessions was the role of home-based childcare and early education providers.
Feature Story Early Education Matters, Second Wave - MichiganKids and Education

Pre-K para Todos mejorará a largo plazo la salud, la educación y los resultados sociales de los niño

Estelle SlootmakerWednesday, September 27, 2023
Cuando se trata de educación, el Kids Count Data Book (Libro de datos sobre el recuento de niños) de 2023 sitúa a Michigan en el puesto 42 de los 50 estados. Una de las muchas maneras en que el estado está trabajando para mejorar la calidad y la equidad en la educación es mediante el avance de Pre-K gratuito para todos.
Development News The Legend of Sleepy Hollow Arts and Culture

Midland Center for the Arts fall season offers entertainment and education for all ages

Sarah SpohnThursday, September 21, 2023
 Midland Center for the Arts is kicking off fall programming with educational and entertaining options for all ages. Symphony performances, concerts, community theatre, science, education, art workshops, and more are included in the lineup.   
Development News 90th anniversary for the Midland Lions Club Community Development

Profile Q & A focuses on the Midland Lions Club

Ralph E. WirtzThursday, September 21, 2023
In our series about local service organizations and their impact on our community, Catalyst interviews the president of the Midland Lions Club.
Feature Story MYPros Marybeth Penkala and Kevin LaDuke present a check to Stacie Scherman, Nor'East Outdoors Entrepreneurship

MyPros making an impact

Amy HutchinsonThursday, September 21, 2023
A crowdfunding initiative by young professionals is helping local businesses and the community.
In The News The Boulevard Lounge is located at 316 S. Saginaw Road in Midland. Entrepreneurship

Bully for “The Bully”

Ron BeacomThursday, September 14, 2023
The Boulevard Lounge, a fixture in Midland’s bar/restaurant scene, has updated the front and the back of the house.
Development News Image of planned new Nature Education Center at the Chippewa Nature Center Kids and Education

Chippewa Nature Center to expand with new education center

Sarah SpohnThursday, September 14, 2023
The Chippewa Nature Center has announced plans for expansion, focusing on building nature connections for the youth of today and tomorrow. Their plans include a new Nature Education Center. 
Development News The groundbreaking for the Grove Park restroom project was held on Sept 7, 2023. Community Development

A Changing Place improves accessibility

Stephanie M. YancerThursday, September 14, 2023
A new, first of its kind “inclusive” restroom facility will be built in Grove Park.
Longform A number of financial incentives for post-secondary education help those interested in an early education career. Second Wave - MichiganKids and Education

Michigan looks to create a better career path for early childhood educators

Joanne Bailey-BoorsmaWednesday, September 13, 2023
Improved career pathways, state incentives, and improved wages are essential to recruiting and retaining the early education workforce needed for the PreK for All roll-out.
Development News Neighboring Week is September 24-30. Community Development

Neighboring Week planning underway

Ralph E. WirtzThursday, August 31, 2023
There are a variety of ways you can take part in Neighboring Week in Midland, September 24-30.
Feature Story Operation 40K logo Community Development

Operation 40K: A population growth initiative for the Great Lakes Bay Region

Abby Keeley-ScherzerThursday, August 31, 2023
A multi-tiered effort is underway to increase the region's population.
Longform Participants at Ypsilanti PreK for All listening session. Second Wave - MichiganKids and Education

PreK for All listening sessions gather feedback from parents, childcare providers, and educators

Ashley KingWednesday, August 30, 2023
PreK for All listening sessions in Michigan's 10 prosperity regions gather feedback from parents, childcare providers, and educators.
Feature Story The passing of MI SB0227 would improve mental health care ofr Michigan's children. Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

Community mental health agencies want more options for helping Michigan's children

Ashley KingTuesday, August 29, 2023
Michigan's community mental health agencies address children’s mental health care but need legislative change to do it better.
Development News Logo-Midland Area Wellbeing Coalition Healthy Communities

Midland Area Wellbeing Coalition’s goal is to foster a thriving community

Sarah SpohnThursday, August 24, 2023
The Midland Area Wellbeing Coalition works with over 50 organizations to offer workshops, training and other resources focused on overall wellbeing in and out of the workplace.
Development News logo-Breaking Bread Village Diversity

Community invited to panel discussion focused on Honesty and Transparency

Carly LillardThursday, August 24, 2023
The Breaking Bread Village is breaking down barriers to important conversations. Their next LIVE show is on August 29. 
Feature Story Look familiar? Technology and Innovation

What to do with unwanted electronics and appliances

Amy HutchinsonThursday, August 24, 2023
When a TV or computer dies, it often sits on a shelf in the basement or garage. Catalyst learned how you can properly dispose of it.
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