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Liz Fredendall

Liz Fredendall is a photojournalist and communications professional with experience working with nonprofits. In addition to her work with Epicenter, Liz manages communications for the Community Foundation of St. Clair County, runs her own photography business, and writes for several publications. During her free time, Liz enjoys reading and exploring with her husband Erick and their Corgi, Nori. Contact editor@epicentermtpleasant.com or follow her on social media @lizfredendallphoto.

Liz Fredendall's Latest Articles

Letter from the Editor: Liz says farewell, welcome Jennifer Veitengruber as new Managing Editor

It is my honor to share with you that Jennifer Veitengruber is the new Managing Editor of Epicenter Mt. Pleasant. Thank you all for your support and readership during my time with Epicenter, I look forward to seeing the incredible work ahead for Epicenter under Jennifer's leadership!

Shepherd resident finds relief from yearslong struggle with shoulder pain after PRP treatment

Shepherd resident Jack Miller managed his shoulder pain for over a decade until he received platelet-rich plasma therapy treatment at MyMichigan Health. “In my opinion, it’s nothing short of a miracle … The pain is just gone.”

Landlords from around the state gather for the Mount Pleasant Housing Commission's HVC Dinner, at Pheasant Run Apartments, in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan.
Local workgroup offers transitional housing support to increase long-term success

“What we can do to make sure that we're creating sustainability — that's what Transitions is supposed to be.”

Donation helps prepare Mid Michigan College students for successful careers in manufacturing

The Central Michigan Manufacturers Association recently donated equipment to Mid Michigan College which will provide students with hands-on training with mechanical systems.

Match on Main program gives boost to downtown Mt. Pleasant businesses

Selected as grant recipients of the Match on Main program, Mountain Town Station and Pleasant City Coffee have been able to make improvements to their businesses that are helping to create new opportunities to enjoy downtown Mt. Pleasant.

Ignite Donuts to open café in Mt. Pleasant

In October, Ignite Donuts will be opening the doors to its first brick-and-mortar location in Mt. Pleasant and offer an expanded menu.

Mid-Michigan basket weavers use craft to help Isabella County newborns in need

Over the last few years, a group of basket weavers from across the Great Lakes Bay Region have taken on a community project, creating handmade baskets and filling them with donated items to be given out to those in need at the William Ellis Brockman Infant Pantry in Mt. Pleasant.

Food trucks of Mt. Pleasant: Who they are and where to find them

From hibachi fusion to sweet treats, learn about some of the community’s favorite mobile food spots in the Mt. Pleasant area.  

Central Michigan University receives $10 million grant to continue Great Lakes wetlands research

Central Michigan University recently received a grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to help to fund critical research on the coastal wetlands in the Great Lakes. Learn about the program and the impact it’s having on a regional, national, and worldwide scale.

River access site to be built at Szok Riverbend Preserve

Construction of a public river access site at Szok Riverbend Preserve will increase access along the Chippewa Water and serve as an important link in the effort to designate the Chippewa River as a State Water Trail.

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