Directed by Wendy Hoyle, Mt. Pleasant High School presents “The Addams Family – School Edition” musical this March. Featuring a student cast and crew, along with expert guidance from vocal director Irene Cline, choreographer Kevin Thrasher, and retired drama teacher John Klak, the production showcases the dedication and artistic flair of the MPPS theater community.
Mt. Pleasant High School students secured third place at United Way’s 10th Annual PITCH-ER THIS! Youth Venture Competition, winning $4,850 to install vape smoke detectors in school bathrooms. Their initiative aims to create a healthier school environment, addressing the rising issue of teen e-cigarette use in Michigan.
Local author Dominic Thrasher recently released the second book in his children's series, The Adventures of CeCe and the Sheriff, which follows two Aussiedoodle puppies on heartwarming journeys filled with lessons on friendship and kindness. Discover more about Thrasher, his books, podcast, and plans for the future, in this Q&A.
Michigan has long faced a critical shortage of mental health professionals, impacting access to vital care for communities across the state. To address this growing challenge, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) launched the Behavioral Health Now Loan Repayment Program, a strategic initiative aimed at attracting and retaining mental health professionals by alleviating the financial burden of student loans.
Local bookstore, Sleepy Dog Books, has launched a Foundation to further help address literacy and put books in the homes of more children and families. They’re also hosting their inaugural fundraising Golden Gala event to help raise money for their book vending machines, literacy packs, mobile book trailer, and additional community programming.
As Michigan prepares for rapid growth in its population of older adults, three Michigan universities have joined a global movement to make higher education institutions more "age-friendly."
AAoM is establishing its Legacy Society to recognize donors today for gifts that will provide dollars in perpetuity.
As the holiday season increases demand, United Way of Gratiot & Isabella Counties’ online volunteer platform simplifies connecting local nonprofits with community members eager to help. Since launching in 2022, over 2,600 volunteers have filled more than 3,000 positions, with the platform enabling nonprofits to post needs and community members to sign up with ease.
Being a teacher is a tough job, but statewide grants, funding, student loan repayment programs and other incentives and resources aim to make it more appealing. Local school districts, universities and colleges are also partnering together to make transitioning from one classroom to the next a bit more doable.
November in Mt. Pleasant brings a variety of community activities to enjoy, no matter the weather. This month’s events range from gardening workshops and live poetry readings to seasonal festivals and Small Business Saturday shopping downtown. Highlights include the Dahlia Digging and Storing workshop at FlowerBird Farm & Garden, Michigan Poet Laureate Nandi Comer’s reading, the kid-friendly Pumpkin Palooza Fall Festival, and the annual Parade of Trees.
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