Wind parks bring clean energy and other benefits to Isabella County
The recently completely Isabella Wind project is bringing clean energy, tax benefits, and jobs to the county — and more renewable energy projects are on the horizon.
Great Lakes Bay Region
Gratiot-Isabella RESD first in region to split employee child care costs through new state program
Workers with young children now have more support thanks to a new state program introduced in March. The MI Tri-Share Child Care Pilot Program divides the cost of child care between the employee, employer, and the state in an effort to provide stability to those in the workforce, or who are looking to rejoin.
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.
Manufacturers survive pandemic through adaptation, now face extreme demand during critical time
Local manufacturers and professionals connected to the industry discuss factors that contributed to the success of manufacturers through the COVID-19 pandemic, circumstances contributing to the current manufacturing boom, and why that manufacturing boom is critical at this point in time.
Isabella Wind produces clean energy in mid-Michigan
Located in Rosebush, the largest wind farm in Michigan offers a big step forward toward carbon neutrality, producing enough clean energy to power thousands of homes each year.
The Great Lakes Bay Region is a great playground for a day on the water
Kayaks, canoes, or just a tube to float in are great ways to enjoy a day on the water. We’ll take you to three different venues in the Great Lakes Bay Region that will connect you with nature, exercise, and most of all — fun.
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.
These trails were made for walking: Our top 10 hiking trails in mid-Michigan
The Issue Media Group editors in the Great Lakes Bay Region walk you through our 10 favorite hiking trails in the Great Lakes Bay Region. These paths take you through natural areas, small towns, cityscapes, and more.
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.
