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Courtney Jerome

Courtney Jerome

With 15 years of professional media experience, Courtney Jerome has found a passion for storytelling and showcasing our region in a positive light. She's written stories for television broadcasts, numerous magazines, and digital publications. In addition, she owns a boutique creative marketing agency that focuses on social media, photo, and video storytelling for small businesses across Michigan and the country — courtneyjeromemedia.com. Contact Courtney, the managing editor of Epicenter, at editor@epicentermtpleasant.com.

Courtney Jerome's Latest Articles

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Summerhill Village: Pioneering sustainable living with Clayton eBuilt™ homes in central Michigan

With a goal of building innovative homes which are less expensive, healthier, and more sustainable places to live, Summerhill Village in Mt. Pleasant introduces first-of-it's-kind eBuilt Zero Energy Ready Homes amid housing shortage.

Isabella Citizens for Health expands health access in Mt. Pleasant and rural mid-Michigan

Federally qualified health center organization Isabella Citizens for Health has been working on an expansion of their Mt. Pleasant facilities—doubling the size of their footprint which offers integrated care for both medical and mental health. Discover their growth and plans for 2024 to offer health care across the region.

Soaring Eagle celebrates openings of four restaurants within new Food District

Several nationally recognized restaurant brands have opened their first locations in Michigan within the Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort’s new Food District. Set up similar to a food court, Chicken Guy!, Ike’s Love and Sandwiches, Bubbakoo’s Burritos, and Bonanno’s New York Pizzeria are now open in Mt. Pleasant.

New trails and upgrades await in 2024

Alexis Hansen brings a wealth of experience to the mid-Michigan area from varied recreation roles—including her most recent position as Director of Isabella County Parks & Recreation. The county boasts diverse parks, trails, and plans for upgrades. Explore the exciting enhancements Hansen anticipates in 2024, from trail expansions to facility improvements, aligning with a new five-year recreation master plan.

Mid-Michigan Aquatic Recreational Authority hosts virtual event about potential aquatic center

In hopes to share more information and answer questions about the proposed potential aquatic center in Mt. Pleasant, the Mid-Michigan Aquatic Recreational Authority will host a Facebook Live event the evening of Thursday, Dec. 14.

Mt. Pleasant EV charging stations bring speedy charging for electric vehicles

New electric vehicle charging stations have been installed across Mt. Pleasant—and more could be on their way—thanks to locally owned and operated EVC Holding Investments. Discover more about the Mt. Pleasant EV charging stations in this Q&A with EVC’s Bryan Wieferich.

2023 recap & 2024 vision: Chamber CEO’s insights

2023 has been a big year for the Mt. Pleasant business community thanks to the Mt. Pleasant Area Chamber of Commerce. In this Q&A with the Chamber’s Liz Conway, recap the calendar year and discover what’s new and next for 2024. 

Mt. Pleasant holiday murals add festive flair throughout town thanks to local artists

It’s hard to miss the holiday murals painted on storefront and business windows throughout town recently—and who would want to!? Enjoy a photo essay of several of the downtown Mt. Pleasant holiday art murals and hear from the artists themselves.

CMURC Mt. Pleasant undergoing major renovations this fall

The CMURC entrepreneurial ecosystem in Mt. Pleasant will escalate soon, as the remodeling of the RC coworking space and business accelerator begins this November, closing the facility starting October 31 with a goal of reopening summer 2024.

Sustainable stationary goods support environmental and mental health causes

Byway Press is known for its eco-friendly art products that connect with Great Lakes scenery and nostalgia—all while supporting sustainability and mental health causes. Learn more about this Mt. Pleasant-based business in a Q&A with its owner, Victoria Kukla. 

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