Nearly 450 mid-Michigan fourth graders participated in Project R.E.D. hosted by the Michigan Farm Bureau at Bryant Family Farm. The event featured 13 stations of hands-on learning about agriculture, from farm safety to drone technology. Local volunteers and experts helped students explore farming, livestock, and career opportunities in agriculture, highlighting its importance in daily life.
As Mini City celebrates its first year of providing an imaginative and inclusive space for children in downtown Mt. Pleasant, we check in with the co-owners to learn more about their 12 themed rooms that resemble everyday businesses—where kids can explore, role-play, and learn.
Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or simply joining for the experience, there are five 5K events in Mt. Pleasant, Alma, and Clare this Fall. Don glow-in-the-dark gear, bring your pup, give back to area organizations, or celebrate Homecoming — discover the region’s racing options.
This October, Mt. Pleasant and Isabella County are brimming with autumn excitement, offering something for everyone. From local farmers' markets to craft fairs and food drives, the season brings a range of activities that highlight community connection and fall fun. Get ready to mark your calendar!
Dylan Banagis, founder of Life Unplugged in Mt. Pleasant, saw a need for intentional public conversations and offline connections. In 2024, he opened his brick-and-mortar store downtown, offering a welcoming space for people to unwind, connect, and enjoy a positive environment. Discover Banagis’s belief in the growth of downtown, while he strives to make it a vibrant hub of activity and connection, in Epicenter’s Top 40 Under 40 Emerging Leaders series.
When Pepper Near became an empty-nester at 41, she sought a new challenge and found it in roller derby. Though she’d hardly skated before, Pepper joined Central Michigan Mayhem and quickly progressed to a rostered player. She and teammate Sarah Vandemark share how the sport’s inclusivity, camaraderie, and physical intensity have kept them both involved.
Co-hosted by Isabella County Parks & Recreation and Art Reach of Mid Michigan, the Art From Our Park free community event aims to foster collaboration between artists and the community, offering a space to celebrate creativity in the great outdoors.
Mt. Pleasant Public Schools provided over 82,000 free meals through its Summer Food Service Program, ensuring students and their families had access to nutritious food during the summer months. MPPS remains committed to preventing hunger and supporting students' well-being throughout the school year.
The Mt. Pleasant Area Convention & Visitors Bureau (MPACVB) is in its third year of boosting community spirit around Central Michigan University home football games with its “Game Day” campaign. We spoke with Jordan Ensing at the MPACVB, who shared the origins of the campaign, how it brings together local businesses, and their plans to expand it to other CMU sports. The effort aims to foster community pride and strengthen local ties through shared support for the CMU Chippewas.
The Community Cancer Services of Isabella County exists to make the lives of those living with cancer a little bit easier. Each year, they host a variety of events and raise money to help provide financial support to individuals and the families of local cancer patients.
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