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Riley Connell

Riley Connell is a senior at Central Michigan University majoring in journalism and minoring in broadcast and cinematic arts. She has written for CMU's student-run publication Grand Central Magazine for two years and is now the editor-in-chief. After obtaining her degree, Riley would like to become a full-time feature writer. In her free time, Riley enjoys listening to music, trying new food, and collecting vintage clothing. She grew up in Metro Detroit and currently resides in Mt. Pleasant.

Riley Connell's Latest Articles

The Lasting Legacy of Hannah’s Bark Park

Hannah’s Bark Park continues the legacy of a young woman who wanted to give back after she was gone. The bark park sees dozens of visitors every day in Mt. Pleasant — discover your dog’s new favorite place to play.

Radio consultant Tim Moore returns to his Mt. Pleasant roots

Radio consultant Tim Moore has spent most of his adult life outside of Michigan but recently made a return to his home of Mt. Pleasant.

Music in the Park program provides free fun for the Mt. Pleasant community

Members of the Mt. Pleasant community gather for an evening of music at Island Park. The Music in the Park series continues until July 28.

Accessory Dwelling Units are diversifying Mt. Pleasant’s housing market

Accessory Dwelling Units in Mt. Pleasant offer more low-income housing options and supplemental income for real estate owners, a win-win scenario that the city intends to encourage.

Newly settled Mt. Pleasant residents find their historic forever home

Once a residence of two former Central Michigan University presidents, the historic property at 301 E. High St. is now home to a newly relocated Mt. Pleasant couple.

Community members gathered during the grand opening block party for Sleepy Dog Books.
Sleepy Dog Books marks their grand opening with a community block party

Residents and business owners of Mt. Pleasant gathered on Broadway Street to celebrate the opening of Sleepy Dog Books and partake in community fun.

Two Mount Pleasant Middle School eight-graders pose with a tree they helped plant.
Mt. Pleasant middle schoolers help environment through tree planting effort

Mount Pleasant Middle School students helped grow the environment this Arbor Day by planting trees with Trees NOW Isabella.

Doozie’s Ice Cream Place opens for the season

Doozie’s Ice Cream Place opens for the season, returning with its classic treats and a few new flavors.

Yum Baked Goods offers gluten-free goodies

Mt. Pleasant local bakes gluten-free treats to bring options to community members with celiac and gluten sensitivity.

Racers gear up for the 2022 season at the Mt. Pleasant Speedway

Racers are starting their engines for the 2022 season at the Mt. Pleasant Speedway. As they prepare, they reflect on how they got into the sport and what it means to be a racer.

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