Michigan network takes preventive approach to address rising opioid overdoses
The Michigan Opioid Prescribing Engagement Network focuses on setting prescribing recommendations for providers, distributing Naloxone, reducing surplus opioids, and more.
Rebuilding history: Mt. Pleasant local renovates historic home
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.
Maternal 911 recognized as 2021 CMURC Mount Pleasant SmartZone Small Business of the Year
“When you think about businesses, especially now and over the last couple of years, it's hard work to start and run a business and put all the pieces together that are needed to do that," says Erin Strang, president and CEO of CMURC. "It's kind of the one time a year where we really take a look at our entrepreneurs and celebrate all the progress that they've been able to make.”
Hopes for 2022, Jeff Huisjen
In recognition of the new year, we had the opportunity to talk with residents throughout the community about their hopes and goals for 2022. Finishing up this series, we spoke with Jeff Huisjen.
Retired professional boxer opens new boxing and fitness center in Mt. Pleasant
Kolmarge Harris, a retired professional boxer, recently opened Mt. Pleasant Boxing & Fitness, providing a healthy environment for children and adults to meet their fitness goals.
In rural Washtenaw County, faith leaders work with mental health providers to address COVID impacts
The 5 Healthy Towns Foundation sought new ways to address rising mental health issues in Chelsea, Dexter, Grass Lake, Manchester, and Stockbridge. One solution it identified was equipping faith leaders to help.
Battle Creek Family YMCA changes palates one vegetable at a time
The Battle Creek Family YMCA has implemented a variety of initiatives to address lack of access to fresh food and vegetables in its community.
Outdoor ice-skating rink opens in Mt. Pleasant
Residents and visitors of Mt. Pleasant can now enjoy some ice-skating this winter at the newly-installed outdoor rink at Island Park.
Hopes for 2022, Taylor Idema
Going into the new year, we had the opportunity to talk with people throughout the community about their hopes and goals for 2022. Next up in this series, we talked with Central Michigan University student Taylor Idema.
MyMichigan Health is bringing accessible mental healthcare statewide
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.
