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.
A historic home on S. University Street in Mt. Pleasant is seeing new life thanks to the efforts of Ken Williams who is working to rehabilitate the home.
MyMichigan Health has begun expansion on its Behavioral Health Therapy program and is taking an intentional approach by making access to its services easier for patients. Now in several regions including Isabella County, patients can receive mental health services right in the office of their primary care physician.
An updated radio system has been purchased by the Mt. Pleasant Fire Department thanks to a recent grant that will allow first responders to communicate more effectively.
This weekend, Mt. Pleasant-based gym Evolution Fitness is hosting a rowing machine marathon to raise money for the Breast and Cervical Cancer Fund of Isabella County.
MidMichigan College honored Indigenous People’s Day with a traditional drum circle, acknowledgments from government officials, and speeches from Tribal members.
The inaugural Harvest Art Fest is being held this weekend at Shepherd High School. Proceeds from an artists market, food trucks, and more will benefit the school’s theater program.
The Mt. Pleasant Area Convention & Visitors Bureau recently introduced an initiative to promote community pride by distributing buttons to local businesses to show off on Central Michigan University game days.