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Darcy Orlik

A life-long resident of Mt. Pleasant, Darcy Orlik has created print, audio, and video messages on a wide variety of subjects in her 30 years of work as a marketing, public/community relations, event production, crisis communication, and manufacturing sales professional for a variety of organizations. Her print output has been widely circulated, and her video pieces have won a Gold Award of Excellence from the Communicator Awards and a Bronze Telly that recognizes worldwide excellence in television and other video media.

Darcy's Latest Articles

A regional approach to public safety that’s decades in the making

By Darcy Orlik

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Community Development

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February 25, 2026

In mid-Michigan, public safety is a shared effort. Through decades of collaboration—and new agreements shaped by recent challenges—local communities are working together to ensure residents receive timely, effective emergency services.

The Strickler Center combines efforts to make a difference

By Darcy Orlik

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Community Development

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January 27, 2026

Six nonprofits. One roof. Thousands of neighbors served. The Strickler Center in Mt. Pleasant makes it easier for neighbors to help neighbors. Plus, WCFX’s annual Caravan of Care returns through Jan. 30. Here’s how it all works—and how you can be part of it.