Hand-stitched hobby turned genuine: The making of Memento Leather Co.
How Tyler Dietlein turned a growing hobby into a business of handcrafted leather goods with a little inspiration and a dose of good quality technique.
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Roasting a masterpiece: The art and evolution of Live Oak Coffeehouse
In less than three short years, Live Oak Coffeehouse has opened a new location and recently started two new efforts, Live Oak Pantry and Live Oak Roasters, all while creating art and loving people.
Partner Partner Content Adapting to change: A day in the life at McLaren Central Michigan during COVID-19
How McLaren Central Michigan adapted to change during the initial days of COVID-19 and how that has prepared them to manage any future needs within the community.
Midland hosts national bestselling author Austin Channing Brown in diversity discussion
National bestselling author Austin Channing Brown offers comments at a recent Midland event about racial justice and why she wrote her book I’m Still Here: Black Dignity in a World Made for Whiteness.
Art heals: How Midland artist Desiree Hund found her inspiration and passion
Midland artist Desiree Hund found herself making art after an injury and subsequent back surgery when she needed something to do. Now her work has developed into working with many different mediums.
Partner Partner Content MidMichigan Health’s Dr. Lydia Watson on the critical importance of getting the flu vaccine
Dr. Watson, Chief Medical officer at MidMichigan Health, shares why it is now more important than ever to vaccinate for the upcoming flu season.
A Missing Middle makeover: Developer Jenifer Acosta takes on flood-impacted property in Midland
Missing Middle Housing has always been something developer Jenifer Acosta has advocated for, and recently she put a shovel in a new project in Midland. Always one to juggle several projects at a time, local developer Jenifer Acosta recently landed her first development effort in Midland.
A canvas for community: Barricades in Downtown Midland serve as artistic additions to outdoor spaces
Local artists helped spruce up barricades in downtown Midland that were put in place to help local businesses expand the use of outdoor spaces.
Mid Michigan College launches new outdoor education effort with industry experts
A new collaboration between Mid Michigan College and Rusted Rooster Media brings new, collaborative, outdoor education to the region.
Four big ideas on diversity and inclusion from MYPros D&I panelists
Four members of the Midland community on how Midland can both support and attract a more diverse population. One panelist was James Kotoye, who studied journalism, chemistry, and legal studies at Central Michigan University, where he was a member of the school’s NAACP chapter.
