Michigan Good Food Fund receives $3 million USDA grant to expand healthy food access
The Michigan Good Food Fund is expanding its efforts to bring fresh, affordable food to underserved communities.
Great Lakes Bay Region
Experts say expanding child care access is key to talent retention in mid Michigan
Economic and early childhood experts across the Great Lakes Bay Region agree: investing in child care is smart business. At the recent Early Childhood Business Summit, leaders shared how reliable, affordable care drives workforce stability, improves productivity, and strengthens communities.
New mental health support group reminds Isabella County residents they’re not alone
As an expansion of NAMI Midland County a new local support group provides mental health support, resources, and counseling for residents in Isabella County. The grassroots organization is made up of volunteer peers with lived experiences and perspectives to help remind folks that they’re not alone in their struggles.
Michigan expands tuition-free access to community colleges, boosting higher education equality
The Michigan Reconnect Scholarship program is now open to students as young as 21. The goal of the scholarship is to increase the percentage of Michigan adults with postsecondary education to 60% by 2030.
Great Lakes Bay Pride brings the region together
Severe weather postponed the Great Lakes Bay Pride Festival in June, but the show goes on in August. The annual festival celebrates community and visibility, and includes events in Mt. Pleasant.
The Great Lakes Bay Small Business Hub receives federal entrepreneurial hub grant
The Great Lakes Bay Small Business Hub has been selected as one of 27 regional grantees to receive funding from the Small Business Support Hubs program. See how 11 partnering area organizations aim to create a dynamic ecosystem for small businesses to thrive by providing essential resources such as networking opportunities, events, programs, and dedicated spaces.
Summer 2023 in Mt. Pleasant is filled with ample activities and events
Searching for your next thrilling adventure in Mt. Pleasant and Isabella County? Look no further, Epicenter's summer bucket list will help you make unforgettable memories! From outdoor activities to upcoming community events—let this list inspire your next adventure!
Big Brothers Big Sisters offers to train mentors to match with kids in the region
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Great Lakes Bay Area is ready to train mentors to match with kids from throughout the Great Lakes Bay Region.
Five fun fall weekend activities to take advantage of now
While CMU celebrates homecoming this weekend, that's not the only game in town. Step off campus and you can pick your own sunflowers, explore a hemp farm, discover mushrooms, and more.
MMDC networking mixer hopes to draw ‘boomerangs’ back home and retain local grads
The 2022 Coming Home: Middle Michigan event focuses on connecting local employers to young professionals looking to start a career and put down roots in the Great Lakes Bay and Middle Michigan regions.
