Community Development

Coverage of community groups bringing about changes, innovations, and solutions in their community.

Short-term training programs for high-demand positions now scheduled for 2019

Trainees can be prepared for entry-level positions and state certification exams in as little as three to nine weeks, and at potentially very little cost.

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At the City Motor Pool learning about the City’s vac truck.
Citizens’ Academy: Popular (and free) program offers inside look into city politics

Registration for the fourth annual citizen’s academy is now open. Spots are expected to fill up fast. 

Survey: Isabella County residents most concerned about access to affordable health care services

The survey asked residents about sixteen key areas of concern such as health care, crime, and jobs. 

Snow days: No shortage of things to do in Mt. Pleasant this winter

The Mt. Pleasant Area Convention & Visitors Bureau kicked off the new year with the release of its 65 Days of Winter events calendar.

Barnes Hall
CMU’s Barnes Hall a casualty of campus improvements, faces 2019 demolition

Improvements to residence life planned for 2019 at CMU necessitate the removal of Barnes Hall. It’s the first of a three-year plan to improve campus living at CMU.

Guided hikes, film screenings, and more planned by local conservancy group

Save the Dates! The Chippewa Watershed Conservancy has released its seasonal list of educational programming opportunities. Most events are free to attend. 

New nonprofit aims to infuse region with community-focused developers and investors

A newly formed nonprofit aims to strengthen communities by providing mentorship, resources, and information to emerging developers and real estate investors in the Great Lakes Bay Region

Mid Michigan College to begin $12M renovation of its Harrison campus

A scaled-back Harrison campus promises more efficient use of resources and better student experience. 

William Butler is prepared to get his blood drawn at HUDA by his nurse, Val Gamble. Butler has been coming to HUDA for his health care needs since he lost his health insurance four years ago.
How once-vacant sites are becoming hubs for health equity in Michigan

Marginalized Michigan residents are finding health services in easily accessible neighborhood locations, and formerly defunct buildings are becoming bright spots on their blocks.

Holiday gift boxes support small businesses while funding local and international projects

The Mt. Pleasant Rotary is running a holiday gift box fundraiser and 100% of the proceeds go towards local and international service projects.

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