Art Reach adapts summer programming to the times
Art Reach of Mid Michigan has a busy summer ahead with classes and events designed to be fun and safe - from Planting in the Park to Summer Break Art Camp - and more!
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Under construction: New walkways, fitness equipment, and more for Island and Nelson parks
Construction is underway on both Island Park and neighboring Nelson Park, introducing a host of improvements to the two public spaces.
State grants help 22 downtown Mt. Pleasant businesses keep the lights on
Economic development group the Middle Michigan Development Corporation secured a $48,000 grant through the Match on Main COVID-19 Response program from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, divvying the funds into $2,500 and $2,000 grants to be distributed among 22 downtown Mt. Pleasant businesses.
With limits on social gatherings, the Great Lakes Bay Pride Festival is now being celebrated at home
The 2020 Great Lakes Bay Pride Festival is changing its format to accommodate social distancing guidelines while still celebrating the region's LGBTQ+ community.
No road diet for Brown Street: Reconstruction to begin mid-June
A complete reconstruction of Brown Street is scheduled to begin on Monday, June 15, closing the street to thru traffic through August.
With health precautions in place, farmers market season kicks off at Mt. Pleasant’s Island Park
The Mt. Pleasant Farmers' Market is kicking off its season. In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, the market has instituted a number of changes to ensure the health and safety of the public as best it can. Here's what you can expect.
Learn about Michigan hops, birdscaping, mindfulness, and more from the comfort of home
With the COVID-19 pandemic affecting many aspects of daily life, Mid Michigan College has custom-built its upcoming slate of Lifelong Learning courses to adapt to the times. Many of its courses have moved online, and those that haven’t will act according to safe, clean, and social distancing criteria.
National watchdog group gives McLaren Central Michigan an ‘A’ in patient safety
McLaren Central Michigan has received its fourth consecutive 'A' grade in patient safety from The Leapfrog Group, a national health care watchdog organization, which has come during a critical time.
Scholarships now available for artists entering the Art Walk Central competition
To combat any financial hardships, be they related to COVID-19 or not, 15 scholarships for artists to enter Art Walk Central are available. Art Walk Central is scheduled for Aug. 3 through Aug. 22. The deadline for submissions is June 1.
UV light technology used to further sanitize police cruisers, fire engines, and other city vehicles
The City of Mt. Pleasant has begun applying ultraviolet light to the equipment and vehicles of first responders, a practice recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, further helping to eliminate the presence of COVID-19.
