New Mt. Pleasant summer day shelter offers homeless a helping hand
The Isabella County Restoration House began its first-ever summer day shelter program to support those experiencing homelessness in the county.
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Mid-Michigan basket weavers use craft to help Isabella County newborns in need
Over the last few years, a group of basket weavers from across the Great Lakes Bay Region have taken on a community project, creating handmade baskets and filling them with donated items to be given out to those in need at the William Ellis Brockman Infant Pantry in Mt. Pleasant.
7 great reasons to call Isabella County home
Mt. Pleasant and its neighboring communities offer relaxed living with plenty of entertainment options nearby. From food and shopping to outdoor adventures, discover all the reasons why residents love to call Isabella County home.
Community event provides an opportunity to combat childhood cancer
The Pound Out Childhood Cancer event offers community members the chance to make a difference. All proceeds from the event will go to assist a local family, as well as others who are struggling with childhood cancer.
Letter to the Editor: Mich. Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission & Communities of Interest
The League of Women Voters Mt Pleasant Area invites you to participate in the redistricting process through a virtual town hall on April 14.
Direct support professional training brings new career prospects to Isabella County
Direct support professionals are in-demand in Michigan, and one DSP training course offered by Mid Michigan College is inspiring a local employer to hire its graduates.
Letter to the Editor: Vote yes on annexation propositions for Mid Michigan College
Local leaders talk an upcoming vote about annexation propositions for Mid Michigan College and the opportunities it would create.
Giving back: Tribe, community members look at $21 million impact of 2% grants over past 5 years
In the last five years alone, the Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe has given over $21 million to Isabella County agencies through 2% grants – a revenue sharing program that provides grants to local units of government and public schools. Take a look at some of the programs supported through those grants and the impact they have on the community.
Local scholarships available through Mt. Pleasant Area Community Foundation
An important deadline for Mid-Michigan scholarship seekers is coming up early March. Learn more about the Mt. Pleasant Area Community Foundation’s scholarships and how local students can access them.
Great Lakes Bay Region works to create an inclusive business community
Organizations in the Great Lakes Bay Region are expanding outreach efforts and programs. The purpose is to attract and support diverse business owners throughout the communities.
