After federal funding cuts through the 2025 Rescissions Act, WCMU Public Media faces a 19% annual budget loss. Yet, through strong listener and viewer support and their unwavering commitment to local storytelling, the station continues to educate, inform, and inspire audiences across 42 Michigan counties.
Mid Michigan College, in partnership with the Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe, will host a public Indigenous Peoples’ Day celebration on October 13 at its Mt. Pleasant campus, honoring Native culture.
The Humane Animal Treatment Society continues to make a powerful impact in Isabella County—rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming animals while supporting pet owners across mid Michigan. Through compassion, education, and community partnerships, HATS is helping every animal get the second chance they deserve.
After opening their first location in Farwell this summer, a mother-daughter team has quickly expanded with their new Mount Pleasant Soda Lounge—serving creative sodas, ice creams, and now food—bringing a fresh spark downtown.
October in Mt. Pleasant and Isabella County is abundant with fall excitement, with something for everyone. From local craft shows to farmers’ markets and athletic events, the autumn season brings a range of activities that scream community and fall fun. Get out your calendar!
The Pulse initiative is transforming early childhood in Michigan by bridging the gap between research and practice.
Michigan introduces licensed dental therapists to address provider shortages, empowering students to deliver vital community care.
As potential state and federal budget cuts loom, the Isabella Community Soup Kitchen continues to provide meals, dignity, and support. With donations down and needs rising, executive director Sarah Adkins shares how ICSK feeds hundreds each week—and how community members can take action through volunteering, donations, and advocacy.
Whether through children’s tales, Braille features, or QR-linked ASL resources, the StoryWalk initiative opens doors to literacy and provides a creative way for the community to connect with stories outside.
Throughout Michigan, quiet heroes leave a profound imprint on those with mental illness.
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