This week marks the first anniversary of Valhalla Indoor Axe Throwing in Mt. Pleasant, and Epicenter caught up with owner Julia Becker to discuss the business's impressive growth. Becker shares the new activities and offerings available, showing how Valhalla has quickly become a staple for entertainment in the community.
As Veterans Day approaches, Mt. Pleasant’s Michigan Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Island Park stands as a solemn tribute to the state’s fallen, missing, and captured service members. Dedicated on July 15, 1990, this memorial includes 16 plaques listing the names of 2,705 Michigan casualties, MIAs, and POWs, alongside a flag gallery, footbridge, and an information booth.
MyMichigan Health is investing over $3 million in upgrades to the MyMichigan Medical Center in Mt. Pleasant to improve healthcare access and patient experience. Plans include a $2.3 million state-of-the-art MRI for superior imaging and diagnostics, plus $860,000 in renovations to expand outpatient services and enhance facility layout.
A new Mt. Pleasant discount store offers overstocked items from major retailers such as Amazon, Target, and Walmart. Owners Angie and Trent Reynolds bring over 65 years of combined managerial and customer service experience to the business, promising customers a full shopping experience at discounted prices
Sacred Heart students Claire Campbell and Olivia Harding were winners of the United Way of Gratiot & Isabella County's annual PITCH-ER THIS! competition this past winter. Their winning idea, centered around the power of public art, has recently come to life in downtown Mt. Pleasant with the unveiling of a vibrant mural—celebrating the city’s landmarks and culture, plus aims to draw foot traffic, foster community pride, and improve mental well-being.
Mid Michigan College's Harrison Campus transforms its public trails into the Deadwood Grove Haunted Forest each October, offering a spooky experience organized by students from Phi Theta Kappa. Running on select evenings, the event promises thrills and fun for the community.
Since 2018, Isabella Bank has held its annual Compassion into Action event, a day-long company-wide community service initiative that allows all employees to volunteer across seven counties in mid-Michigan. The event, which takes place every October on Columbus Day, enables staff to participate in meaningful projects with local nonprofits.
Discover the winners of the 2024 “Top 40 Under 40” awards, celebrating young professionals within Clare, Gladwin, Gratiot, Isabella and Osceola counties, hosted by MMDC and Greater Gratiot Development Inc.
Nearly 450 mid-Michigan fourth graders participated in Project R.E.D. hosted by the Michigan Farm Bureau at Bryant Family Farm. The event featured 13 stations of hands-on learning about agriculture, from farm safety to drone technology. Local volunteers and experts helped students explore farming, livestock, and career opportunities in agriculture, highlighting its importance in daily life.
As Mini City celebrates its first year of providing an imaginative and inclusive space for children in downtown Mt. Pleasant, we check in with the co-owners to learn more about their 12 themed rooms that resemble everyday businesses—where kids can explore, role-play, and learn.
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