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Welcome to the 2022 Edition of Spectrum You are holding in your hands the 2022 edition of Spectrum: The Answer Book. The Daily News’ goal in putting this directory together is to provide new and long-time residents with a one-stop information source on everything they need to know in Midland County and surrounding areas. Highlights of the section include information about the many great attractions that can be found in the area, along with a calendar

of events so that you can plan your entertainment options throughout the next several months. The section also features information about a wide variety of local organizations for those looking to plug into the community, and a listing of organizations that provide assistance to residents. Plus, there are church listings, information about government officials, schools, and more. Enjoy the section and all it has to offer.

What’s Inside: Page 3: Midland Center for the Arts Page 4: Dow Gardens Page 5: Dahlia Hill Page 6: Midland County Museums Page 6: Dow Event Center Page 8: Chippewa Nature Center Page 8: Alden B. Dow Center Page 9: Grace A. Dow Memorial Library Page 9: Theaters Page 10: Greater Midland Community Center Page 11: North Midland Family Center Page 11: Creative 360 Page 11: Coleman Family Center Page 12: North End Fitness Center Page 12: West Midland Family Center Page 12: Freeland SportsZone Pages 14: Upcoming Events Pages 16, 17: Things To Do Page 18: Hobbies and Interests Page 18: Central Michigan University Broadcasting Pages 20, 21: Art/Dance/Music Groups Page 22: Sports Groups Page 22: Barbershop Groups 2

Pages 24-30: Community Organizations Pages 32-34: Community Agencies Page 35, 36: Health Care Page 37: Council on Aging Pages 38, 39: Places of Worship Pages 40-46: Education Page 46: Veterans Services Page 47: Elected Officials Page 47: Road Questions Page 48: City Officials Page 48: County Commissioners Page 50: County Officials Page 50: Law Enforcement Page 50: Emergency Services Page 51: Where to Vote in Midland County Page 52: Township Meetings Pages 54, 55: Township Officials Pages 56-60: Places to Eat and Drink Page 61: Chambers of Commerce Page 61: Places to Stay When Visiting Page 61: Cable Television Page 62: Banks and Credit Unions

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Attractions: Midland Center for the Arts

The Midland Symphony Orchestra performs during the Midland Center for the Arts 50th Anniversary Celebration on May 14, 2022. (Andrew Mullin/Midland Daily News) Mi d l a n d Ce n t e r f o r t h e A r t s is the Great Lakes Bay Region’s cultural destination for world-class entertainment at the intersection of science and art. Imagine a place where art, science, history, music, theatre, dance, films, camps, classes and professional world-class entertainment are under one roof! The Center features two performance venues, an art and hands-on science museum, studio school, a historical museum, gift shop, and the Saints & Sinners Lounge where patrons can relax with friends and refreshments before most performances. Midland Center encourages participation in as well as appreciation for art, music, science and history. Designed by the architect and philanthropist Alden B. Dow (19041983), the Center is a nonprofit, public foundation that represents six groups:

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MATRIX:MIDLAND brings in world-renowned guest artists, concerts and professional entertainment throughout the year. Formerly a summer festival, MATRIX:MIDLAND is now a series as part of the Midland Center for the Arts annual season. To learn more about this series, visit www.midlandcenter.org/ matrix for more information or call 989-631-5930. Alden B. Dow Museum of Science and Art, Center Stage Choirs, Center Stage Theatre, MATRIX:MIDLAND, Midland County Historical Society, and Midland Symphony Orchestra. Over the years, the Center has hosted world-class professional musicians and entertainment, including the Boston Pops, Kristin Chenoweth and Steve Martin, as well as critically acclaimed exhibitions such as “The Nature of Diamonds,” “A T. Rex Named Sue,” “The Art of Dr. Seuss,” and “Timeless

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Warriors & Relics: 1500 Years of Ancient China.” Activities at the Center are supported in part by the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs, a partner agency of the National Endowment for the Arts. Go to www. midlandcenter.org for current hours and event information. Midland Center for the Arts is located at 1801 W. St. Andrews Road, Midland, and can be reached by calling 989-631-5930. 3

Attractions: Dow Gardens

Hundreds of visitors enjoy the display during the annual Dow Gardens Christmas Walk Thursday, Dec. 9, 2021 in Midland. Established in 1899, as a home for Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow and family, the 110-acre Dow Gardens now welcomes thousands of guests per year. Visitors are invited to: • Leave the pathway and explore the uniquely-designed landscape. • Take a tour of the historic Pines Home. 4

• Participate in one of many handson educational programs. • Stroll the nation’s longest canopy walk. • Browse the gift shop and café. • Experience a guided (or selfguided) tour. • Visit the Alden B. Dow-designed Conservatory.

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• Discover beautiful art and music in a relaxed setting. Daily admission is $10 for adults, $2 for students ages 6-17 or with a student ID card. Children ages 5 and under are free. An annual admission card is available for $20. For up-to-date information on displays and activities, visit www. dowgardens.org or call 989-631-2677.

Attractions: Dahlia Hill

Many flowers are in bloom as people visit Dahlia Hill Monday, Sept. 14, 2020. (Katy Kildee/kkildee@mdn.net) Dahlia Hill Society of Midland has 3,000 tubers with 300 unique dahlias at the corner of Main Street and Orchard Road in Midland. During the blooming months of late summer until the first frost in October, the garden provides free access to an incredible tapestry of dahlia color from dawn to dusk. The garden was started in 1992 when Charles Breed donated 1,700 to be planted on Bill Fisher’s hillside property. In 1998, the Dahlia Hill Society of Midland was established to maintain and preserve the garden. Visitors will be able to learn about growing the amazing dahlia and at the same time enjoy the benefits of nature while wandering the terraced garden of color. Dahlia Hill’s tubers multiply every growing season providing many additional tubers to be sold every May. Two buildings adjacent to Dahlia Hill’s garden house the art of Charles Breed. His art is also found amongst the dahlias and includes four large cast

aluminum sculptures representing the seasons of the year. For updated information about growing dahlias, benefits of nature,

events at Dahlia Hill Society of Midland, visit us on Facebook, Instagram and at www.dahliahill.org.

Many flowers are in bloom as people visit Dahlia Hill Monday, Sept. 14, 2020. (Katy Kildee/kkildee@mdn.net)

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Attractions: Midland County Museums Alden B. Dow Museum of Science and Art Located in Midland Center for the Arts, 1801 W. St. Andrews Road, the Museum occupies nearly 30,000 square feet of space and features rotating exhibition galleries and a permanent hands-on exhibition, The Hall of Ideas, combining elements of science, technology, history and art. More than 100 fish occupy its 450-gallon saltwater aquarium. The Studio School offers science and art classes and other related experiences as part of a year-round curriculum. Admission is required. Visit www.midlandcenter. org for current hours, admission and exhibit information. Midland County Historical Society The Midland County Historical Society is the home for all things history in Midland County with a robust collection in its archives. Following the historic flooding events in May 2020, the Historical Society rescued all of the items in its collection which are currently located at Midland Center for the Arts. For more information on the Midland County Historical Society, events and exhibits, visit www. midlandcenter.org/history. Sanford Centennial Museum The museum is located at the corner of Smith and Saginaw in Sanford. It is open Saturday and Sunday from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. Hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays and 1-5 p.m. Sundays. There is no admission or parking charge. Call 989-687-9048, see the Facebook page or go to sanfordhist.org for more information. He museum features turnof-the-century buildings including the main museum housed at Riverside School, the Smith family log cabin,

The Alden B. Dow Museum of Science & Art. (Katy Kildee/kkildee@mdn.net) Clare Z. Bailey chapel, Sanford town hall, Olson general store, Felix school, a veterans memorial, a bunk house, two vintage cabooses, a railroad switch engine and box car, covered bridge and a Big Wheel Log Hauler. A permanent Santa House is being built on the grounds. This is a community project crafted from local materials. Special events include: Log Cabin Day in June, Train Day in August, and Founders Day weekend (always the weekend after Labor Day) in September and the Santa Express in December. Founders Day includes a pancake breakfast, the annual parade downtown, free live country music, a petting zoo, face

painting, barrel train and free children’s pony rides, children’s treasure hunt, wood branding, old fashioned machine demonstrations, blacksmithing and more. Private tours are available with prior arrangements. Coleman Historical Society Meetings are held on the second Wednesday of each month at Coleman Senior Center, 414 E. Webster St. President Pam Dashner, Vice President Al Selesky, Secretary Sheryl Watson, Treasurer Christie Rellinger, Trustee Darlene Clarke. For more information, email bbbc32001@yahoo.com

Attractions: Dow Event Center The Dow Event Center, located at 303 Johnson St., Saginaw, offers area residents hundreds of entertainment, sports, cultural and educational opportunities annually. Performers at the center have included Elvis Presley, Patti LaBelle, Stevie Wonder, Brad Paisley, Carrie 6

Underwood, Kid Rock, The Harlem Globe Trotters, Sesame Street Live, Disney on Ice, Jerry Seinfeld, Bill Cosby, George Carlin, Les Misérables, The Nutcracker Ballet, Rent and Riverdance. The Saginaw Spirit play more than 30 hockey games each year in Wendler

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Attractions: Chippewa Nature Center Chippewa Nature Center, located at 400 S. Badour Road in Midland, offers indoor and outdoor programs including nature walks, paddling and hiking trips, Nature Day Camp, Nature Preschool, workshops and school and Scout programs. The Visitor Center offers free admission and houses the Wildlife Viewing Area, River Overlook, a handson family-friendly Ecosystem Gallery and Nature Discovery Area, the Bur Oak Theatre featuring short interpretive films, a Nature Center Store and free wi-fi. CNC’s Nature Preschool for 3- and 4-year-olds meets developmental needs and builds an appreciation for the natural world with two-, three- and four-day half day classes. Scheduling options and registration packets can be found at www.chippewanaturecenter. org/nature-preschool. CNC offers 19 miles of trails open year-round. The 3.5-mile paved Chippewa Trail for non-motorized traffic (including bikes and wheelchairs) joins CNC with downtown Midland at the Tridge. The Nature Center allows hiking, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing (over seven miles groomed seasonally) on its foot trails, and the paved, half-mile Arbury Trail is wheelchair accessible. Pets and bicycles are not allowed on CNC’s trails. At the Wetlands Area, visitors can get a birds-eye view of three marshes from the two-story observation tower, with a universally accessible ramp to the first level. The Chippewa River can be accessed from the canoe/kayak universal access site on Chippewa River Road, as well as via the canoe/ kayak launch along Homestead Road. CNC’s launches are open May 1-Oct. 15; hours vary. Visitors of all ages will

Children gather at a picnic bench during a day of programming at Chippewa Nature Center’s Nature Preschool. (Photo provided/Chippewa Nature Center) also enjoy The Woods Nature Play Area, a space that provides a natural setting for creative, unstructured outdoor play. The 16-acre Howard L. Garrett Arboretum offers more than 100 species of Michigan-native trees and shrubs. The Homestead Farm is made up of three restored log buildings. The Sugarhouse is open free of charge every weekend, 1-4 p.m. in March. Visitors can watch as sap is boiled down to make maple syrup. June-August, visitors can stop by for Homestead Sundays 1-5 p.m. for free, hands-on activities at the 1870s Homestead Farm which includes a log cabin, one-room

log schoolhouse, timber frame barn, heirloom garden, children’s garden, root cellar and more. From MayNovember, visitors can see cows, pigs, chicken and sheep. Annual events include Maple Syrup Day, Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour, Native Plant Sale, Fall Harvest Festival, Nature at Night and Nature Art Show & Sale. For more information, visit www. chippewanaturecenter.org, subscribe to the weekly enews or call 989-6310830. Follow CNC at www.facebook. com/cncmidland and www.instagram. com/cncmidland.

Attractions: Alden B. Dow Center The Alden B. Dow Center for Creativity & Enterprise at No r t h w o o d Un i v e r s i t y b r i d g e s global entrepreneurial communities to the free-enterprise leadership and business acumen available through Northwood’s students and faculty. It i s w i d e l y r e c o g n i z e d a s a 8

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the university advances its mission and is a key center for business and organizational teams, faculty and students to convene, discover and innovate. For more information, visit the center’s website at nusites. northwood.edu/creativityenterprise/

Attractions: Grace A. Dow Memorial Library

The Grace A. Dow Memorial Library, located at 1710 W. St. Andrews Road in Midland, is set to fully reopen to the public in early June. The City of Midland’s library is known as the Grace A. Dow Memorial Library. Here’s what you need to know about the library: General library information: 989837-3430. Room rentals: 989-837-3474 Reference: 989-837-3449. Youth services: 989-837-3466. On-call/Renewal line: 989-8373457. Midland Community Television: 989-837-3474. Text: 989-750-0060. Website: www.gadml.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/ GraceDowLibrary Re f e re n c e Se r v i c e s : A n s w e r s questions in person, by phone, email or by text, helps locate information. Book Express: Quick bestseller service.

Computer classes: Instructional classes take place throughout the year. Check the website for topics and registration information. Internet access: Available in library on public computers or wireless access available. Online patron services: Search catalog, renew materials, place items on hold, check on library account from home computer or Library app. Computers available with word processing, internet, and printing/ copying services. Audiovisual materials: Videos, CDs, books on CD and talking books. Government documents: Collection of City of Midland documents, consumer information, Midland genealogical and history collection. Youth Services reference: Readers Advisory, help finding information,

questions answered in person, by phone, email or text.. Beyond Books Early Literacy Activity Center: Children from birth to kindergarten can learn while playing on educational toys at the Library. Early literacy programs: Story times and craft programs. Battle of the Books: Reading program for grades 4-5 and middle school. 100 Books Before Graduation: Reading program for high school students. Summer reading program: Reading/ listening program for all ages. Library of Things: checkout games, puzzles, tools, kits and more. MID-Lab: Learn new skills in this makerspace for adults.

Attractions: Theaters NCG Midland Cinemas: 6540 Cinema, Midland, 989-839-2663. GQT Bay City 10 GDX: 4101 Wilder Road, Bay City, 989-686-3456. Ce l e b ra t i o n C i n e m a : 4 9 3 5 E .

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Attractions: Greater Midland Community Center Editor’s Note: Greater Midland preschoolers; table tennis; badminton Dolphins swim team for youths ages Community Center received its final a n d p i c k l e b a l l . T h e a t h l e t i c s 6-18, an introductory swim team approval from the City of Midland in department also offers a variety of called the Porpoise Swim Team, a April for its new community center, summer camps for preschoolers range of aquatic fitness classes. with construction expected to begin to teenagers. Camps are offered Programs summer 2022. throughout the summer in full day The center hosts several dozen The Greater Midland Community and half-day programs. programs year-round for ages 6 Center is an operating unit of the 50+ Center for Active Adults months to adult. Programs include Greater Midland Inc. The GMCC is The 50+ Center for Active Adults, aquatics, gymnastics, dance, arts, located at 2205 Jefferson Ave. also known as the Barstow-Shipps recreation and athletics including The center provides recreational, Wing, includes a billiard room with basketball, volleyball and more. social and personal development six pool tables, a computer lab, a Leagues are also available for youth opportunities for individuals and large dance floor, a big screen TV and and adults. families. lounge area, a library, kitchen and Summer Camps Fo r i n f o r m a t i o n o n The GMCC offers programs, memberships, more than 150 different pricing and registration, camp options to meet the visit www.greatermidland. needs of the community. org or contact the Welcome Half- and full-day Center at 989-832-7937. camps available for kids Activities and programs preschool to 15 including include: a d v e n t u r e , s p e c i a l t y, Wellness baking and cooking, sports, The Wellness Center gymnastics, dance, cheer includes Life Fitness and pom, art, aquatic strength-training camps and more. Before machines, cross-trainers, and after care as well as free s t e p p e r s, u p r i g h t a n d breakfast available. recumbent bikes and Curling t re a d m i l l s ; m o re t h a n The Midland Curling 1 0 , 0 0 0 p o u n d s o f f re e Center offers curling league weights, elliptical trainers, play for adults and youths, rowers, an indoor walking/ classes and rink rentals jogging track, plus Cardio from November through Theater. Programs include March. This facility also is group fitness and aerobic available for rentals. classes for all ages and The ROCK Members attend a barre class Monday, March 28, 2022 at the abilities as well as personal T h e RO C K Ce n t e r f o r Greater Midland Community Center. trainers, specialty classes, Youth Development offers Tae Kwon Do and boot camp. programs for youths, free of charge, coffee bar. Health education, BMI and health Program offerings include dancing, 2:45-6 p.m. Monday through Friday screenings, fitness appraisals and body composition testing also are educational classes, day travel trips, in the GMCC during the school cards, social events and fitness. year. Programs include swimming, available. basketball, volleyball, organized Aquatics Courts The GMCC hosts two pools: The games and more. Camp Neyati offers The GMCC has three full-sized gymnasiums, two squash courts, Oasis for recreational swim and a boys and girls week-long and shortnine racquetball/paddleball courts, Lap Pool for lane swimming. The term resident camps. Summer day multiple wallyball courts, a sauna Oasis featuring Spraytopia, which camps involve outdoor activities, and steam room. Program offerings includes a recreational pool with swimming, arts and crafts, games, include court sports and tournaments, water slide, preschool water table, sports and fun. GMCC also offers a adult basketball leagues and drop-ins, heated whirlpool and an outdoor family camp program. Check out the youth basketball leagues, clinics and universal play spray park. The Lap summer camp brochure for details. GMCC sponsors the Dow Run Walk, camps; volleyball both youth and Pool hosts five lanes for recreational adult classes/leagues; gymnastics and competitive swim. Aquatic Loons Pennant Race, Family Fun from beginners through advanced program offerings include swimming Nights and more. Watch for event for all ages and special classes for lessons, lifeguard classes, competitive announcements throughout the year. 10

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Attractions: North Midland Family Center The North Midland Family Center provides programs and services for individuals in northern Midland County. The center, an operating unit of Greater Midland, is located at 2601 E. Shearer Road, adjacent to the Mills Township Park complex. It is open 6:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday through Friday, and closed Saturday and Sunday. For more information, call 989-689-7770. The North Midland Family Center offers a variety of programs and services, including:

• Care and education for children birth to age 5 • Before/After school care • Teen program • GSRP/Head Start classroom • Full Day Summer Camp (kids going into first grade to age 12) • Activities and programs for seniors • Community events • Certified community health w o rk e r ( s ) t o h e l p f a m i l i e s a n d individuals navigate systems and connect to critical resources

• Basic needs services includingemergency food pantry and clothing pantry • A full-size gymnasium, fitness room and locker rooms • Youth and adult recreational programs • Hunter’s safety • Dining room and kitchen facilities accommodating functions as large as 140 people • Conference and meeting facilities for groups of various sizes

Attractions: Creative 360 Creative 360 is a nonprofit community arts and wellness organization founded in 1994. Its mission is to create an environment for people of all ages and abilities to experience the creative process through ongoing classes, art exhibits, events, concerts, speakers and outreach programs, with its goal to enhance the development of physical, mental and spiritual wellness through the arts and humanities. In 2013, Creative 360 expanded its offering to include Express Yourself Artshop, a program focused on those with physical, mental and intellectual challenges. Creative 360 is located in an Alden B. Dow-designed building at 1517 Bayliss St., Midland. For more information, visit www.becreative360.org or call 989837-1885.

Jessie Dekoff works on a watercolor painting during a class Monday, May 2, 2022 at Creative 360.

Attractions: Coleman Family Center Coleman Family Center, 4839 N. Coleman Schools Dr., provides programs and services for children, adults and families in Coleman and the surrounding area. The center is open 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 6:30 a.m-6 p.m Friday and closed Saturday and Sunday. The center, which is an operating unit of Greater Midland, offers the following programs: • Early care and education for children birth to age 5. • Licensed before and after school care for grades K-12.

• Great Start Readiness Program (State of Michigan-funded 4-yearold preschool). • Preschool for 3- and 4-year-olds. • Community events. • Coleman Community Market grocery store located within the Center. Fresh foods including meat, dairy, produce and staples can be purchased at wholesale cost marked up by a dime. • Coleman Community Clothing Center. • Fitness center, cafeteria, full size gymnasium. • Yo u t h a n d a d u l t re c re a t i o n

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programs, group exercise, classes and clinics. • Athletics for youth and adults. • Batting cages. • Teen activities. • Full day summer camp. • Food pantry. • Utility assistance. • Scholarship assistance is a va i l a b l e f o r a l l p ro g ra m s a n d activities. For more information, go to www. g re a t e r m i d l a n d . o r g / c o l e m a n family-center/ or contact the center at 989-465-2079. 11

Attractions: North End Fitness Center The North End Fitness Center is Greater Midland’s newest operating unit. The center, located at 601 E. Wackerly Road in Midland, can be

reached by calling 989-837-8700. Building hours are 5 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 5 a.m.-7 p.m. Friday; 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday and 8 a.m.-12 p.m. Sunday.

Featured services include: • Fitness classes. • Personal training. • Babysitting. • Physical therapy.

Attractions: West Midland Family Center The West Midland Family Center (WMFC) is built upon a foundation of family. For over 40 years the W M F C ’s m i s s i o n h a s b e e n t o “Enhance the quality of life for each generation by providing growth and achievement opportunities within a caring environment.” O u r v i s i o n i s “ He l p i n g e a c h c o m m u n i t y m e m b e r T O D AY to reach their full potential TOMORROW.” WMFC acknowledges and recognizes that everyone is unique and special. WMFC strives to provide an inclusive, safe, and healthy environment, to ensure each individual has the chance to flourish. WMFC is located on West Isabella Road (M-20), 14 miles outside of Midland. All are welcome to tour the facilities and learn firsthand about the services and programs WMFC offers. Families and individuals have access to multiple human services including: family support services, such as, emergency assistance for clothing and food, parent education, childcare, before/ after school care, summer programs and preschool programs. Raising a family can be difficult, WMFC

understands that and is dedicated to provide services which reduce family stress and help with the challenges that come with being a parent. WMFC provides a state licensed childcare center available to children up to the age of 12 years, two full-day Great Start Readiness Programs for four-year-olds and two preschool classes for three-yearolds, on-site. Additionally, WMFC provides full-day preschool classes at Bullock Creek School Districts — Floyd Elementary and Bullock Creek Elementary as well as in Gratiot and Isabella counties with two programs in Shepherd and one in St. Louis. WMFC provides before and a f t e r- s c h o o l o p p o r t u n i t i e s f o r students in grades K-8 and support services for their parents. These p r o g ra m s p r ov i d e e d u c a t i o n a l content including science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) and other fun, interest development activities. Parental education is offered with a focus on strengthening the parent/child bond to improve the overall quality of life for children and families. WMFC offers a summer program for youth and teens. The WMFC

outdoor swimming pool is the playground of summer program participants. It is monitored by professional lifeguards and is open to the public with evening and weekend hours. We also have a two-lane bowling center which can be reserved for a couple of games or for longer events such as birthday parties. WMFC provides teen leadership skills and development opportunities through the College Opportunity Program. This program was founded in 1989 to help break the cycle of poverty and lack of higher education in the outskirts of Midland County. Dur ing the initial four years in the program, students (referred by middle school counselors) from Bullock Creek, Meridian, Shepherd and Coleman high schools gain a variety of academic and social skills designed to help them acquire a college degree. Ongoing support is provided once they enter college. Become a WMFC friend on Facebook or go to www.wmfc.org for information on current programs. Or for additional information, feel free to contact the WMFC Welcome Center at 989-832-3256.

Attractions: Freeland SportsZone The Freeland SportsZone, 5690 Midland Road, offers a wide selection of recreational fitness opportunities for all ages. The fitness programs and group 12

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Entertainment: Upcoming Events Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the events listed below may be subject to change to comply with state and local social distancing restrictions. ONGOING EVENTS Through end of July: Chemical City Band, Wednesday evenings, Nicholson-Guenther Community Band Shell, Central Park, Midland Through Aug. 12: Tunes by the Tridge, Thursday evenings, Downtown Midland. Through Aug. 31: Wednesday lunchtime concerts, Dow Gardens, Midland. Through Aug. 31: Homestead Sunday, Chippewa Nature Center, Midland. Through Sept. 2: Live music, food trucks every Thursday and Friday at Dow Diamond, 825 E. Main St., Midland. Through Oct. 1: Downtown Midland Common Music Series. Live music every Friday and Saturday night, Downtown Midland. Through Oct. 29: 7 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesdays and Saturdays and 9 a.m.-12 p.m. the first three Saturdays in November, Midland Area Farmers Ma r k e t , D ow D i a m o n d e a s t i n Midland. JUNE June 17: Auburn Williams Lions concert series, 7 p.m, $5, Auburn Park pavilion, off Nine Mile Road, Auburn. Ju n e 1 8 : Ta p p e d : D ow n t ow n Midland’s Craft Beer Festival June 23-25: Disney’s High School Musical, Midland Center for the Arts. June 26: Log Cabin Day at Sanford Centennial Museum in Sanford. The Smith cabin will be open, equipped with period furnishings. JULY July 4: Fourth of July fireworks, downtown Midland. July 7-10: Citywide Garage Sales in Midland. July 7-10: Auburn Cornfest in Auburn. Parade, July 10. July 8: Katie Travis, Midland Center for the Arts. July 9-10: Michigan Antique & Collectible Festival, Midland County Fairgrounds. July 10: Pines Concert Series, 6:30 p.m., Dow Gardens in Midland. 14

Hot air balloon pilots sign autographs and show off their burners during the Main Street Glow event as part of the River Days Festival Thursday, Aug. 5, 2021 in downtown Midland. (Katy Kildee/kkildee@mdn.net) July 11-16: Dow Great Lakes Bay Invitational, Midland Country Club. July 12: Reece Endeavor Garden Walk in Midland. July 14: The Accidentals, Midland Center for the Arts. July 15: Auburn Williams Lions concert series, 7 p.m, $5, Auburn Park pavilion, off Nine Mile Road, Auburn. July 15-Oct. 16: David Rogers’ Big Bugs exhibit, throughout Dow Gardens in Midland. July 16: Bill Engvall, the farewell tour, Midland Center for the Arts. July 21-24: Teenage Musicals’ The Mousetrap, Creative 360, Midland .July 23: The Little Mermen, Midland Center for the Arts. July 29: Jelly Roll concert, Auburn Park. July 28-31: Teenage Musicals’ The Music Man, Creative 360, Midland. AUGUST Aug. 6: Model train display, Sanford Centennial Museum, Sanford. Aug. 4-7: Midland Riverdays, downtown Midland. Aug. 14: Pines Concert Series, 6:30 p.m., Dow Gardens in Midland. Aug. 14-20: Midland County Fair, Midland County Fairgrounds. Aug. 19: Auburn Williams Lions concert series, 7 p.m, $5, Auburn Park pavilion, off Nine Mile Road, Auburn.

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Aug. 20: Auburn Williams Lions concert series, 7 p.m, $5, Auburn Park pavilion, off Nine Mile Road, Auburn. Aug. 20-21: The Gus Macker 3v3 basketball in downtown Midland. Aug. 21: The Moxie Strings, Midland Center for the Arts. Aug. 21: Auburn Williams Lions free concert, noon, Auburn Park pavilion, off Nine Mile Road, Auburn. SEPTEMBER Sept 8-11: Citywide Garage Sales in Midland. Sept. 10-11: Founders Day, Sanford Historical Society. Sept. 11: Pines Concert Series, 6:30 p.m, Dow Gardens in Midland. Sept. 24-25: Michigan Antique & Collectible Festival, Midland County Fairgrounds. OCTOBER Oc t . 1 : Fa l l Ha r ve s t Fe s t i va l , Chippewa Nature Center, Midland. Oct. 7-9: International Auto Show, Northwood University, Midland. NOVEMBER Nov. 1-7: Dow Tennis Classic, Greater Midland Tennis Center. DECEMBER Dec. 2-3: Nature Art Show & Sale, Chippewa Nature Center, Midland. Dec. 6-8: Santa Express, Sanford train depot, Sanford.

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Macie Thayer plays in the water on the opening day of the Plymouth Pool Saturday, May 28, 2022 in Midland. BOWLING Midland Northern Lanes, 1129 E. Saginaw, 989-687-5562. Valley Lanes, 5021 Bay City Road, 989-496-3940. Beaverton Beaverton Bowl & Lounge, 3325 S. M-18, 989-435-8384. Clare Gateway Lanes & Lounge, 1410 N. McEwan, 989-386-2201. Gladwin Meadow Lanes, 430 5th, 989-4267671. MIDLAND PARKS AND RECREATION Telephone number: 989-837-6930. M i d l a n d C i t y Fo r e s t : O f f e r s tobogganing, sledding, ice skating, cross-country skiing, hiking, mountain biking trail, chalet rental. 16

Call for rental information and the hours City Forest is open. Midland Civic Arena: Provides indoor ice skating. Trail Walking: The Pere Marquette Rail Trail begins at the Farmers Market, downtown at the end of Ashman Street. The paved trail extends 30 miles to Clare. Also a 4.25-mile trail runs from The Tridge southeast around the Grand Curve and ends at Patrick and Illinois. The Chippewa Trail extends 3.5 miles from the Tridge southwest to the Nature Center. Swimming: A pool is available at Plymouth Park, located at the corner of Swede and East Wheeler Road. Stratford Woods beach features swimming and is located off East Ashman Street, one-quarter mile east of Waldo Road. The city has two spraygrounds, the Gerstacker

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Sprayground in Chippewassee Park located near the Tridge, and the Longview Sprayground, located at Longview School, 337 Lemke St. BMX Bike Track: Located in Stratford Woods Park. Canoes: Canoes are available to rent at the Golfside boat launch on Golfside Drive between Currie Parkway and Chippewassee Park. Disc Golf: An 18-hole course is located at the intersection of Towsley and Whitman Streets. Playgrounds: There is a supervised playground program for elementary age children. Contact the Midland city recreation office for times and locations. Skateboarding: Trilogy Skate Park is located in Chippewassee Park. Hours are 8 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Dog Park: Located in Chippewassee

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Dow’s #4 singles player Tessa Wood competes in the Saginaw Valley League tournament Thursday, May 12, 2022 at the Greater Midland Tennis Center. Continued from page 16 Park. Ot h e r re c re a t i o n a l a c t i v i t i e s include: Greater Midland Tennis Center: 900 E. Wackerly. 989-631-6151. Roll Arena: 2909 Bay City Road, 989496-2900. GOLF Midland County Currie Municipal Golf Complex: 36 holes, par-3 and driving range, 989839-9600. Midland Country Club: 1120 W. St. Andrews, private, 18-holes, 989-8328866. Bay County Bay Valley Resort: 2470 Old Bridge Road, Bay City, 18-holes, 989-6863500. Sandy Ridge: 2750 W. Lauria, Midland, 18-holes, 989-631-6010.

White Birch Hills: 360 Ott, Auburn, 18-holes, 989-662-6523. Clare County Eagle Glen: 1251 Clubhouse Dr., Farwell, 18-holes, 989-588-4424. Firefly Golf Links: 7795 S. Clare Ave., Clare, 18-holes, 989-386-3510. The Tamaracks Golf Course: 8900 N. Clare Ave., Harrison, 18-holes, 989539-5441. Gladwin County Gladwin Heights Golf: 3551 W. M-61, Gladwin, 18-holes, 989-426-9941. Lakeside Golf Course: 4975 N. Hockaday, Gladwin, 9-holes, 989426-1664. Sugar Springs Golf Course: 1930 W. Sugar River Road, Gladwin, 18-holes, 989-426-1162. Saginaw County Apple Mountain Golf Club: 4519 N. River Road, Freeland, 18-holes, 989781-6789.

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Beech Hollow: 7494 Hospital, Freeland, 18-holes, 989-695-5427. The Fortress Golf Course: 950 Flint St., Frankenmuth 18-holes, 989-6520460. The Sawmill Golf Club: 19 Sawmill Blvd., 18-holes, Saginaw, 989-7932692. Twin Oaks Golf Course: 6710 W. Freeland, Freeland, 27-holes, 989695-9746. Miniature Golf Buoy 18 Ice Cream, Miniature Golf: 960 E. Midland St., Bay City, 989-8910700. Kokomo’s Family Fun Center: 5200 Kokomo Dr., 989-797-5656. Valley Lanes Family Entertainment Center: 5021 Bay City Road, 989-4963940. 17

Entertainment: Hobbies and Interests Chemical City Bridge Club: Greater Karen Steinberg, 989-835-9353, or Midland Quiltmakers: Contact Judy Midland Community Center, Shipps- Judy, 989-835-7211. Offers education Harris 989-631-2026. Quilts for sick/ Barstow Wing, 2001 George St., Mid- and support in creative, original weav- needy babies/children. land. Games: 12-4 p.m. Monday, ing, knitting, basketry and fiber arts. Midland Quilters Squared Guild: Wednesday, and Sunday. Meets the fourth Tuesday of the month Activities include annual quilt show, Saginaw Bridge Club: Zauel Library, at 9:30 a.m. in the lower level of Trinity sit and sew sessions, guest speakers, Center and Shattuck, Saginaw. Games: Lutheran Church, 3701 N. Jefferson. charity work and more. Find out more 12:15 p.m. Tuesday. Midland Genealogical Society: 1710 at passthetiara.blogspot.com TCAD: Tri City Association of the W. St. Andrews Road. Contact: Roger Midland Radio Control Modelers: Deaf: 3520 Schust, SagCorresponding secreinaw. Bridge Games: 7 tary Jerry Hahnfield p.m.Monday. 989-631-1168. midlanMIAMUG: The local dremodelers@gmail. Macintosh Computer com User Group: Contact Midland WoodworkSecretary Doug Leng ers Association: midby email at deleng@ l a n d w o o d w o r k e r s. chartermi.net or by com; email midlandphone at 989-832-2624. woodworkers@gmail. The Midland Beading com Guild: Artists who share Mustang Club of expertise in teaching For Ford Mid-Michigan: and creating beaded Mustang enthusiasts. jewelry and decorative Visit www.mustangitems. Meets monthly clubmidmichigan.com in the Midland Pubor write to MCMM, P.O. lic Schools AdminisBox 324, Frankenmuth, tration building. For Mich. 48734. Call 989membership informa992-9344 or email mustion, write to mbguild@ Lisa Lundahl’s Boxer, named Dora, participates in American Kennel Club agility tangclubmmi@chargmail.com trials on Thursday, Dec. 20, 2018 at TNT Dog Center in Midland. ternet Midland Camera Space Studios: 16 N. Club: Activities include competitions, Bohl, 989-839-9016. Open to anyone digital workshops and programs pre- interested in genealogy and family Winding Drive, Midland, 989-8358244. Offers pottery sessions and sented by members. For information, history. workshops. Gallery highlighting local visit www.midlandcameraclub.org Midland Juggling Club: Contact Julie artists is free and open to public. Midland Community Television Tri-County Horse Association: Con(MCTV): 1710 W. St. Andrews Road, Wright, 989-835-8237; email jewlsiyq@ tact Vicki Sible at 48640sible@tm.net 989-837-3474. Training in video pro- chartermi.net Midland Michigan Kennel Club: or call 989-631-8063 and leave a mesduction provided on the second SatMeets at 7 p.m. on the third Monday sage for more information or a comurday of the month in all months except April, August and December. of the month, September through May plimentary newsletter. Learn more at www.cityofmidlandmi. (December date varies), at TNT Dog Valley Herb Society: Meets first Center, 7402 W. Wackerly St. Monthly Thursday of the month. For more gov/453/mctv-mgtv Midland Computer Club: Programs program, public welcome. For breed/ information, contact Jeanne Calkins, at 9:30 a.m. in the lower level of Trinity breeder referral and general dog infor- 989-839-0820 or visit their Facebook Lutheran Church, 3701 Jefferson. mation and/or questions, call 989- page, www.facebook.com/ValleyMidland Fiber Arts Guild: Contact 835-9039 or visit www.mmkc.org HerbSociety

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Entertainment: Art/Dance/Music Groups

Actors act out a scene during a dress rehearsal for Teenage Musicals Inc.’s production of “Brigadoon” on Thursday, Aug. 8, 2019 at the Midland Center for the Arts. (Katy Kildee/kkildee@mdn.net) Center Stage Choirs: Midland Center for the Arts, 1801 W. St. Andrews Road, Midland, 989-631-5930. Center Stage Choirs is a volunteer choral organization providing members and audiences opportunities to experience the power of the live voice. Camerata Singers is known for its work in the classics as well as for showcasing new and dynamic pieces. Camerata performs works designed for a smaller choral ensemble, both a cappella and with accompaniment. Chorale is a 100-voice ensemble performing a wide range of repertoire from the sacred and popular genres. Bella Voce Singers is for high school women, and performs regularly at community events. Center Stage Youth Choirs is for students in third through eighth grades and teaches vocal technique and music appreciation in a choral setting. Men of Music are “Ambassadors of Music” specializing in popular, folk and barbershop music. Visit www. mcfta.org for current audition and 20

performance information. Center Stage Theatre: Midland Center for the Arts, 1801 W. St. Andrews Ro a d , Mi d l a n d , 9 8 9 - 6 3 1 - 5 9 3 0 . Center Stage Theatre is a national award-winning volunteer theatre organization staging performances in comedy, tragedy and musical drama. Recent performances include Fiddler on the Roof; Disenchanted!; Oedipus the King; The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe; and Peter and the Starcatcher. Its Peanut Gallery theatre group presents stage performances p e r f e c t f o r c h i l d re n a n d t h e i r families. Interim Theatre is a summer theatre program for students 13-21 years old providing experience for participants in all aspects of theatre production. Visit www.mcfta.org for current audition and performance information. Dance with Viv Dance Studio: Vivian Stafford, vstafforddance@sbcglobal. net, 989-948-5595, 107 Northgate Dr., Midland.

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Chemical City Band: A community band that meets in the summer and performs at Central Park. Conductor: Steve DeRees, dereesse@midlandps. org DStreet Music Foundation: The foundation exists to promote and support music, art and entertainment in the area. The foundation organizes several events and fundraisers, including Parkapalooza at Sanford Lake Park in September. It also accepts donations of musical equipment and distributes items to children in need via its Bandwagon Program. For information, call 855-701-0111 or write to P.O. Box 381, Midland, Mich., 48640. Folk Music Society of Midland: Musicians, dancers and supporters of the traditional and folk music experience. The Folk Music Society sponsors open jams, dances, concerts, an annual festival and workshops. For more information, visit www. folkmusicsociety.org or call 989-513Continued on page 21

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Members of the Midland Sympony Orchestra perform for a small live audience, while others watched as the concert was streamed online Saturday, Nov. 14, 2020 at the Midland Center for the Arts. (Adam Ferman/for the Daily News) Continued from page 20 3246. Just Trombones: An adult group that plays for nursing homes and churches. Call Sue Gessford at 989-839-9024 for more information. Michigan Campus Arts Council: Offers a variety of arts and cultural e ve n t s, i n c l u d i n g a n a r t i s t - i n residence program, art exhibits and on-campus music and theater programming. It also works closely with the Midland Center for the Arts and other local arts organizations to provide opportunities for student participation in Midland’s community a r t s p ro g ra m m i n g . Fo r m o re information, contact Alice Parsons at 989-837-4338. M i d l a n d A r t i s t s G u i l d : Open to all who are actively engaged in the creative arts or who have an appreciation for the creative arts. MAG meets the third Wednesday of the month, September-May, at Creative 360. For additional information, go to www.midlandartistsguild.org Midland Community Orchestra:

Rehearses on Mondays at Midland Hi g h S c h o o l f r o m S e p t e m b e rJune. Contact Gina Probenzano at mcorchestra2@gmail.com for more information. Midland Concert Band: Community band with several concerts each season. www.midlandconcertband. com Midland FiberArts Guild: Strives to inspire, educate and encourage members and the community at large in creative traditional and contemporar y fiber art such as weaving, knitting, crocheting, felting, basketry, etc. Monthly meetings are held at 9:30 a.m. on the fourth Tuesday, September through May, at Trinity Lutheran Church, 3701 Jefferson Ave. Find them on Facebook. Midland Symphony Orchestra: Midland Center for the Arts, 1801 W. St. Andrews Road, Midland, 989-6315930. Midland Symphony Orchestra is comprised of professional musicians from throughout the state. Its concert season, performed in the 1,500seat MCFTA Auditorium, features renowned guest artists, opera, ballet,

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family programs and special events. The MSO also sponsors educational opportunities through its Tunes for Tots series, scholarships, and guest artist master classes and residencies. Visit www.mcfta.org for current performance information. Teenage Musicals, Inc. (TMI): Summer theater program for young adults ages 13-23. For more information, go to teenagemusicals. org or email teenagemusicals@gmail. com The Jolly Hammers and Strings Dulcimer Club: 989-835-5085. Usually meets at 1-4 p.m. monthly on the fourth Saturday at Chippewa Nature Center. Tittabawassee Valley Fife & Drum Corps: Training of youth (sixth grade and up) and adults in performing with the fifes, drums and flags of the 18th century associated with the American Revolution. Recruits accepted in October each year. Training is 7-9 p.m. Monday nights. Contact Ed Wall at 989-839-9287. 21

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The Midland Figure Skating Club’s Ellie Wolok competes in the Onyx Ice Challenge in Rochester Hills, Aug. 20-21, 2021. Bay Regional Fencing Alliance: A USFA fencing club that specializes in Olympic-style foil fencing. Freeland Elementar y School, 710 Powley Dr., Freeland. Contact Carrie Owerns, 989-435-6022 or bayregionalfencingalliance@gmail. com Midland Amateur Hockey League: Midland Civic Arena, 405 Fast Ice Dr., Midland. Youth ice hockey for ages 4-18. mahl@mahlhockey.org or www. midlandhockey.net Greater Midland Tennis Center: 900

E. Wackerly St., 989-631-6151. Midland County Sportsman’s Club: 8825 Sturgeon, Box 1932, 835-6106. M i d l a n d C u r l i n g C l u b : Fo r information, contact the Greater Midland Community Center at 989832-7937. Midland Dolphins-Barricudas: Contact Betsy Kolm, 989-832-7937. Programs accommodate all levels of swimming skills and interests. Midland Figure Skating Club: 405 Fast Ice Dr., Midland. Visit www. midlandfigureskatingclub.org or email

contactus@midlandfigureskatingclub. org Midland Gymnastics Center: 1111 E. Wackerly St., 989-832-3045. Midland Soccer Club: 901 Soccer Dr., Midland 48642. 989-832-0895. www. midlandsoccerclub.org Saginaw Bay Community Sailing Association: Youth and adult sailing lessons throughout the summer in downtown Bay City. Youth scholarships available. For more information, visit www.sbcsa.baysailbaycity.org or call 989-922-7245.

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male members who enjoy singing acapella barbershop music. Contact Ralph Brown at 989-684-7903 or youngatheart1@charter.net MountainTown Family Chorus: Me e t s 7 p. m . T h u r s d a y s a t t h e Morey Education Center, 380 W. Blanchard Road, Mount Pleasant. Parents, grandparents, children and grandchildren sing the same four-part harmony. Contact Kyle Howard 423903-3913.

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Sweet Adelines International, Heart of Michigan Chorus: An organization of women who sing four-part acapella harmony in barbershop style. www. heartofmichiganchorus.org Sweet Adelines International: TriCity Chorus: An organization of women singers committed to advancing the musical art form of barbershop harmony. Visit www.tricitychorus.com or www.facebook.com/tricitychorus.

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Carolyn Graham, regent of the John Alden chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, hands a certificate and a pin to Ken Pegovskie, who served in the Vietnam War, during an event commemorating Vietnam veterans on Friday, Dec. 1, 2017 at the Greater Midland Community Center. (Katy Kildee/kkildee@mdn.net) Alpha D elt a Kappa: Women’s sorority for actively working or those retired from education. Focuses on altruism, scholarships and fellowship. Contact annesouthworth@hotmail. com or visit alphadeltakappa.com for more information. American Association of University Women — Midland Branch: AAUW b re a k s t h ro u g h e d u c a t i o n a n d economic barriers to assist women reaching for equity. The branch hosts general meetings, sponsors interest groups and conducts twice-yearly used book sales to fund scholarships. Contact Judith Cox, judiann26@ gmail.com or 989-302-2914. Website: m i d l a n d - m i . a a u w. n e t . E m a i l : aauwmidland@gmail.com. American Business Women’s Association (ABWA) — Nokomis Charter Chapter of Midland: The mission is to help businesswomen of diverse occupations grow personally and professionally. Visit www.abwa. org for more information. 24

American Chemical Society — Midland section: Promotes chemical education of its members and the community. Website: www.acs.org American Institute of Chemical Engineers — Mid-Michigan section: Provides opportunities to continuously develop its members professionally while working with the community to improve the understanding of science and engineering and their impact on society. Meets September through June. Contact midmichiganaiche@ gmail.com or PO Box 2496, Midland 48641-2496. American Legion Post and Auxiliary No. 165: 5111 Hedgewood Drive, 989832-7202. American Legion Berryhill Post 165: 5111Hedgewood Dr., 989-832-7202. Camp Fire Midland County: 203 Strosacker Center, 220 W. Main St., Midland, 989-832-2295. Programs for boys and girls ages 5-16. Camp Neyati and Midland Camping

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Council: 2052 Hillcrest Road, Lake, 989-544-2955. A rustic summer camp facility available for rental by nonprofit organizations, schools, church groups and businesses. Website: www. campneyati.org or e-mail neyati@ msn.com Centre Lodge No. 273, F.&A.M.: Located at Main and McDonald streets. A fraternal and charitable organization. Coleman Business Association: Meets at 8:15 a.m. first Wednesday of each month at 207 E. Railway St., 989-465-1260. President Jack Tigner, Secretary Roxy Smith, Treasurer Krenda Jewell. The Coleman Business Association str ives to promote fellowship among business, leaders of the Coleman community and interested citizens. To provide a means of communication and a voice within the business community to issues of interest. Coleman Lions Club: The Coleman Lions Club is associated with Lions Continued on page 25

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Visitors tour a new home by Greystone Homes, at 5815 Woodduck Way, during the 2019 Fall Parade of Homes hosted by The Home Builders Association of Midland Saturday, Oct. 5, 2019. (Katy Kildee/kkildee@mdn.net) Continued from page 24 Club International, whose main goal is to eradicate unnecessary blindness in the world and to provide financial aid following disasters. The Coleman Lions meet twice a month at 7 p.m. on the first Monday and third Thursday at the Coleman Lions Hall, located at 314 W. Railway St., Coleman. For information, call Lynn Brugger, secretary, 989-465-6979 or Ann Roeseler, president, 989-4656482. Visit Coleman Lions Club on Facebook. Coleman Chapter #281 Order of the Eastern Star: Meets at 8 p.m. on first Thursday of each month at 114 N. Fourth St. Worthy Matron Laurie Hilyard, Worthy Patron Mike Hilyard, Secretary Roxy Smith, Treasurer Roy Smith. 989-465-1260. Community Christmas Closet: Sponsored by King’s Daughters and Sons. 989-839-9800. Dahlia Hill Society of Midland: 2809 Orchard Dr., 989-631-0100. A nonprofit volunteer organization formed to develop an awareness of the dahlia and to maintain Dahlia Hill. Daughters of the American Re v o l u t i o n ( DA R ) , J o h n A l d e n Chapter, Midland: A nonprofit,

n o n p o l i t i c a l w o m e n’s s e r v i c e organization. Members are involved in service projects promoting historic preservation, education and patriotism. Any woman 18 years or older who can prove lineal descent from a patriot of the American Revolution is eligible for membership. Visit www.johnalden.michdar.net or contact jaldenregent@yahoo.com. Eagles Lodge No. 3677: Saginaw Road, Sanford, 989-687-2767. Eastern Star Chapter 121: Meets at 7:30 p.m. on first Wednesday of each month at Midland Masonic Temple. Elks (Midland BPOE No. 1610) and Diana Society: 3622 N. Saginaw Road, 989-835-2271. Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 1093: Located at Jack Barstow Airport and open to anyone with an interest in aviation. Contact Past President Mike Woodley 586-9447101 or c205mike@yahoo.com or visit eaa1093.org Friends of the Grace A . Dow Memorial Library: 989-839-8159. Supports library services and facilities. Friends of the Pere Marquette RailTrail: Box 505, Midland. Purpose is to educate, maintain and promote trail activities. www.peremarquetterailtrail. org

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Girls Scouts, Heart of Michigan, Saginaw Regional Center: 5470 Davis Road, Saginaw, 989-799-9565. Great Lakes Safety Training Center: 1900 Ridgewood, Midland, 989837-2332. Works toward safer work environments. Hearing Loss Assoication of America, Mid-Michigan Chapter: Meetings with roundtable discussions and sometimes guest speakers are for people with and without hearing loss who want communication tips or other help coping. Usually meets at 7-8:30 p.m. on the fourth Monday of the month in Room 129 of Curtis Hall at Saginaw Valley State University. Email mid.michigan@hearingloss-mi. com Home Builders Association of Midland: 7600 Commerce Ct., Suite C, Midland; 989-835-2562, www. hbamidlandmi.com Independent Order of Odd Fellows No. 418: 116 Rodd St., 989-832-8471. I n te r n a t i o n a l A s s o c i a t i o n o f Administrative Professionals, Midland chapter: 2720 N. Lakeview Dr., Sanford. Promotes opportunities for educational, personal and career growth for office professionals. Junior Achievement of North Central Continued on page 26

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Mike Hoy and his new service dog, Cowboy, walk towards the front of the room before giving a presentation during a Lions Club meeting Tuesday, March 16, 2021 at the Midland Country Club. Hoy, who has vision and mobility issues, was partnered with Cowboy as part of Paws With a Cause. (Katy Kildee/kkildee@mdn.net) Continued from page 25 Michigan Inc.: 309 E. Indian, 989-6310162 or 1-800-201-0042. Volunteers provide kindergarten through high school students with hands-on free enterprise education. Kiwanis Club of Midland/Midland Kiwanis Foundation: Meets at 6 p.m. Mondays at The Great Hall, 5121 Bay City Road, Midland. The Kiwanis Club of Midland is dedicated to improving the quality of life for the people of our community with an emphasis on young children. They provide “hands-on” and financial support while providing uplifting fellowship and personal growth for members. Website: midlandkiwanis.org. Contact Donna Jo Aiken, 989-430-6431. Kiwassee Kiwanis Club of Midland: Meets 11:45-1 p.m. Tuesdays in Tr i n i t y Lu t h e ra n C h u rc h , 3 7 0 1 Jefferson Ave. The club’s mission statement is “Volunteers dedicated to changing the world one child and one community at a time.” Kiwassee Kiwanis invites speakers to the weekly meetings to discuss issues, needs and activities relevant to the youth in the community, and meets those needs 26

through donations or sweat equity projects. Contact 989-497-6760, www. kiwassee.org or its Facebook page. Knights of Columbus, Blessed Sacrament Council 13452: Blessed Sacrament Parish Center, 3109 Swede Ave.; meets at 7 p.m. on the second Monday of the month at Blessed Sacrament Parish Center. Grand Knight Mark Robertson, 989-835-6720 or GK13452@mikofc.org. Knights of Columbus, Fr. Henry P. DuRussel Council 2141: Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Parish: 3516 E. Monroe Road, Midland, 48642; meets at 7 p.m. on the third Wednesdays of the month at ABVM Parish Center. Grand Knight Matt Glaccum 989-430-8622 or GK2141@ mikofc.org. Knights of Columbus, James Cardinal Hickey Council 14056: St. Brigid of Kildare School, room 230: 130 W. Larkin St., Midland, 48640; meets at 6:30 p.m. on the third Tuesday of the month. Contact Gerald Cain, Grand Knight, 989-708-8357. http://www. saintbrigidkofc.org or GK14056@ mikofc.org. Knights of Columbus, James

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Community Organizations: Get Involved Continued from page 26 nutrition topics and other subjects. Off and on during the months, there are special classes, tours and fun activities for socializing. Websites: www.meareastmidmichiganregion12. wordpress.com and http://mearetired.org/~region12b. Contact Mary Yeomans at 989-631-6532. Michigan Crossroads Council, Water and Woods Field Ser vice Council: Auburn Service Center: 5001 Eleven Mile Road, Auburn, Mich., 48611-8512, 989-662-4464. Midland Amateur Radio Club (MARC): P.O. Box 1049 Midland, MI 48641. Voluntar ily provides public ser vice communications for events including the MS Walk a n d D ow Ru n / Wa l k a n d a s s i s t the Midland County Department of Emergency Services in times of emergency or disaster. Members, in cooperation with Midland Public Schools, lead electronics and wireless communication clubs at Northeast and Jefferson middle schools and Midland High School, which is open to all high school students in Midland County. Contact President Lee Hodges, kc8iti@arrl.net or Dennis Klipa at n8erf@arrl.net Midland Area PEO Reciprocity Group: Contact Sandie Ivan, 989631-7091. International women’s organization with interest in providing women increased opportunities for higher education. Midland Civitan Club: Chartered in 1948, the Midland Civitan Club supports local programs that enhance the lives of people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities such as Special Olympics, Camp Fish Tales and Tall in the Saddle. The Midland club also sends local high school youth to a leadership conference each summer and offers an annual scholarship to college students with special needs or studying in a field serving special needs groups. Contact Susan Bradshaw, public relations chair, at 989-835-7289 or bradsj7@ gmail.com Midland Coalition for Choice: P.O. Box 2386, Midland. A coalition of Midlanders who are pro-family

Blue Star Mothers of Midland Post 192 President Lori Jackson, left, watches as Dean Retzloff of Coleman Auto and Bike helps adjust a recumbent bike gifted to Army veteran Jordan Kelly, of Rhodes, Wednesday evening at the Sanford American Legion Hall. Funds for the gift were made via donations and fundraising. (Tereasa Nims/for the Daily News) planning and pro-choice. Midland County Master Gardener Association: Membership is open to Master Gardeners who are currently certified or who were previously certified and Master Gardener trainees. Members share their enthusiasm for gardening with the community through a variety of educational and volunteer activities. Meetings are usually held the second Tuesday of the month. Contact the association at midlandmastergardeners@gmail.com Community Garden Education Collaborative (CGEC): A program of Midland County Master Gardeners. The collaborative part is between the Midland County Master Gardener Association, Evergreen Garden Club, Creative 360 and the City of Midland. It has one free, hour and a half long session per month that are open to the public. The first 45 minutes is a presentation on specific gardening subject (organic, mostly vegetable/herb related) and the rest is a question/answer discussion

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Community Organizations: Get Involved Continued from page 27 May, at Trinity Lutheran Church, 3701 Jefferson Ave. Find them on Facebook. M i d l a n d F i r e f i g h t e r s Yo u t h Foundation: Box 2182, Midland. Dedicated to providing assistance to Midland County youth through scholarships and funding. Midland Garden Council: Consists of two representatives from each of five local garden clubs that are part of the Michigan Garden Clubs. The council is a member of National Garden Clubs. The council coordinates civic projects among the clubs including garden therapy classes for special n e e d s s t u d e n t s, f l ow e r s h ow s, garden walks and classes covering gardening study, landscape design, environmental studies and floral design. Contact Elaine Warakomski for more information at 989-600-3281 or elawara@gmail.com • Midland Garden Club: Meets at 1 p.m. on the fourth Thursday of each month in member homes. Projects include bird seed sales in the fall to fund horticultural scholarships, Chippewa Nature Center camperships and various Midland beautification projects. New members are welcome. Contact midlandgardenclub@gmail. com • The Little Garden Club: Organized in 1940, the club meets at 12:30 p.m. monthly on the second Thursday. Projects include floral arrangements at the Midland Center for the Arts, flower arranging study group, plantings in the hospital courtyard, Midland Blooms and Pinecrest, and “Garden Angels.” Contact Julie Hays at 989832-3741 or thelittlegardenclub@ gmail.com • Evergreen Garden Club: Meets at 6:30 p.m. the last Tuesday of the month. Projects include Midland Blooms, the Plymouth Park flower garden, Chippewa Nature Center scholarships, Christmas craft/service auction, spring plant auction and the Jerome Street triangle garden. Contact Ellen Morse at 989-859-0865. • Chemical City Garden Club: Meetsat 7 p.m. on the second Thursday of each month (except January). Projects include plantings at the Rodd Street Post Office and on veterans’ 28

graves in the Midland Cemetery, horticulture and Chippewa Nature Center day camp scholarships and an annual spring perennial plant sale. Contact Donna Dolinski at 989-8592291, rdolinski1@aol.com or Connie Lesh, 989-837-0343, connierlesh@ gmail.com • Great Lakes Gardeners: Meets at 9:30 a.m. on the third Thursday of each month (except January, February and August) at Creative 360. Projects include gardens at Cleveland Manor and King’s Daughters, Midland Blooms and Adopt a Family from West Midland Family Center for Christmas. Contact Nancy Higgins at 989-6001874 or nstark1801@aol.com or visit www.peremarquettewildflowers.com Midland Jaycees: Visit midland jaycees.blogspot.com. For men and women between the ages of 21 and 40. Midland Lions Club: Meets the first and third Tuesdays of the month at the Midland Country Club. Provides sight and hearing aid assistance to individuals in Midland County since 1933. www.midlandlions.org Midland Morning Rotary Club: P.O. Box 1183, Midland. Supports variety of charitable causes through funding and volunteers. Midland Optimist Club: Dedicated to “Bringing out the best in kids” through active engagement and local community service projects. Meets locally on the first and third Wednesday of each month, the first Wednesday at noon and the third Wednesday at 5:30 p.m., both at Café American in Midland. All are welcome to join based on their positive attributes and willingness to help youth. Contact Karen Morrison, morrison.karen@sbcglobal.com Midland Rotary Club: Box 2002, Midland. Meets at 12 p.m. Thursdays a t t h e M i d l a n d C o u n t r y C l u b. Membership by invitation. Provides funding and volunteers for a variety of community needs. Midland Woodworkers Association: Meets at 7 p.m. on the third Tuesday of the month from September to June at Homer Township Hall. Anyone who is interested in woodworking is welcome to attend. www.midlandwoodworkers. com

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Mid-Michigan Affiliate of Voice of the Faithful: The laity share fully in the leadership and ministry of the Diocese of Saginaw by providing a prayerful voice, attentive to the Spirit, through which the Faithful can actively participate in the governance and guidance of the Catholic Church. Meets at 4 p.m. the fourth Thursday of each month at one of the local Catholic churches — Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Parish, Blessed Sacrament Parish or St. Brigid of Kildare Parish. Contact Ray Barta 989-513-5367 or Harry Grether 989488-7544. www.votf.org Mid-Mitten Wild Ones: Meets the first Wednesday of every month at the Chippewa Nature Center. Meetings include presentations and field trips around Midland to learn about using native plants in the landscape. Visit Facebook page or email midmitten@ gmail.com National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) – Midland County chapter: Monthly support group meets at 7 p.m. on the second Monday of the month at Community Mental Health, 218 Fast Ice Dr. in Midland. Contact 989948-3273 or email namimidlandmi@ gmail.com Noon Exchange Club: President Chris Riley 989-835-6612. Focus is on prevention of child abuse and children’s charities. Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG TriC i t i e s ) : Contact 989-941-1458, pflag@pflag-mbs.org or go to pflag. org for information. Offers support, education and advocacy for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgendered people. Perceptions: 989-891-1429, P.O. Box 1525, Midland. Email: info@ perceptionsmi.org. Website: www. perceptionsmi.org. The Great Lakes Bay Region’s LGBTQ+ education, advocacy, networking, and resource organization serving Bay, Midland, Saginaw and Isabella counties and beyond. Right to Life of Midland County: Works to protect the dignity of human life from conception to natural Continued on page 30

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Community Organizations: Get Involved Continued from page 28 death. The local chapter works to raise community awareness of prolife issues and to encourage and support pro-life lawmakers. All prolife members of the community are invited to join. Meets at 7 p.m. on the first Thursday of the month at New Life Vineyard Church, 1014 E. Ashman. Visit www.midlandrtl.org, follow on Facebook or call 989-835-2222. Saginaw Valley Orchid Society (SVOS): Meets the second Saturday of the month in January, March, May, September and November at Family Baptist Church in Saginaw. Alternate months members hold study groups at members’ homes. Holds a yearly orchid show and sale Thanksgiving weekend (Saturday and Sunday) at the Kochville Township Hall in Saginaw. www.sagvalleyorchids.org Sanford American Legion Post 443: 2080 N. Meridian Road, Sanford, 989687-9930. S a g i n a w Va l l e y B e e k e e p e r s Association (SVBA): Meetings are held at 7 p.m. on the first Tuesday of the month (unless otherwise specified) at The Valley Church, 3770 N. Center Road, Saginaw. It is a collection of commercial, hobbyist, and “newbee” beekeepers who enjoy all things dealing with Pollinators, Honey or Beeswax. Find more information o n i t s Fa c e b o o k p a g e o r w w w. saginawvalleybees.org. Sanford American Legion Post 4 43: Serves Midland County veterans and their families, providing them with information on disability compensation claims, veterans’ benefits, financial help and comradeship for being a legion member. SOS Animal Rescue: Voicemail 989-492-0042. Mission is to reduce the number of unwanted pets in the Midland area through placement, public education, spay/neuter assistance programs and support of local animal welfare groups. www. sosanimalrescue.org Studley Grange: President Ted Mudd, 989-631-3708. Sunset Astronomical Society: www. sunsetastronomicalsociety.com. Organizes efforts of local amateur 30

astronomers. The Humane Society of Midland County: Locally supported nonprofit organization. Operates adoptionfr iendly shelter that advocates responsible pet ownership and works to end animal over population. Phone 989-835-1877, email info@hsomc.org or visit www.hsomc.org The Midland County Master Gardener Association: Membership is open to certified Master Gardeners and Master Gardener trainees. V i s i t w w w. f a c e b o o k / p a g e s / Midland-County-Master-GardenerAssociation/121233264573348 The Midland Women’s Connection: Contact Marcia Lueth 989-633-5707. Programs include special feature, music and a speaker. To a s t m a s t e r s I n t e r n a t i o n a l , Midland Toastmasters: Contact Bob Brentin 989-839-2757. Group enhances speaking and leadership skills. Tri-City Chinese Association: tricitychinese@gmail.com Veterans of Foreign Wars Post and Auxillary Post 3651, AmVets 3652 and Sons of AmVets: 3013 Bay City Road, Midland, 989-496-3410. Warren Lodge Free & Accepted Masons: 114 N. Fourth St., Coleman. Meets at 8 p.m first Tuesday of each month. Worship Master James Wilber, Secretary Chris Peters, Treasurer Rocky King. 989-329-2829. West Midland Family Center: The group is always in search of volunteers. People’s unique skills can be utilized in many ways at West Midland Family Center. All they need is a desire to serve. Helen Roth is in charge of pairing the special skills inherent in each individual with the needs present at West Midland Family Center. Do not hesitate to call, whether you have two hours or 40 hours a week. Contact Roth at 989-832-3256 to become involved. W. O . M . A . N . , L L C ( Wo m e n o f Michigan Action Network): A local progressive action group dedicated to positive change and resistance, based in Midland. Committed to forward progress in human and civil rights with equal economic opportunity and compassionate policy. Participation in W.O.M.A.N. is open to anyone

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regardless of gender who is an ally and who wants to work to affirm and promote the dignity and respect of all people, along with equal economic opportunity for all. W.O.M.A.N. actively supports progressive candidates for office at the local, regional and national levels. Email womanactionnetwork98@gmail.com. Woman’s Study Club: Originated 100 years ago as a social club and a community-minded group of women who studied current affairs. The club supports an endowed anniversary scholarship at the Midland Area Co m m u n i t y Fo u n d a t i o n a n d continues its exposure to current affairs and community involvement. Contact Cathy White, president 989-631-1094 or Jeanette Grove, corresponding secretary 989-4231633. Young Life: Staff and volunteer mentors enter the world of kids, focusing on fun, adventure, friendship, a sense of significance and the truth about God’s love for them. They offer Young Life for high school students, WyldLife for middle schoolers and YoungLives for pregnant teens and teen moms. Visit MidlandYL.younglife. org or call 989-631-8585. Zoe Club: Women’s group that meets twice a month on Monday, October through April. The purpose of the club “shall be mutual helpfulness, s o c i a b i l i t y, s e l f - i m p r ov e m e n t , participation in topics of civic interest aiding in every way possible any movement for the betterment of the community.” Contact Carol Moore Miller, vice president, at 989-631-4748. Zonta Club of Midland: Service organization of business executives and volunteers working together to advance the status of women. The Zonta Club partners with area organizations, funds service grants and provides scholarships for women. Since 1981 it has hosted the annual Homewalk, where area homes are decorated for the holidays and opened up for public viewing. Email zontanews@zontaclubofmidland.org or call Trish Steele at 989-615-3933.

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Community Agencies: Ready to Serve Continued from page 32 at www.preschoolpartnership.org Midland County Youth Action Council (MYAC): 76 Ashman Circle, Midland. A program of the Midland Area Community Foundation. Contact Sara JacobsCarter at sjacobscarter@ midlandfoundation.org or 989-8399661. M i d l a n d M e n to r s : Mentoring program for adolescents in the day treatment program at the Midland County Juvenile Care Center. 989837-6255. Midland’s Open Door: 412 W. Buttles, P.O. Box 1614, Midland, 989-8352291. Soup kitchen, crisis housing for men, women and children. www. midlandopendoor.org Midland Recyclers: 4305 E. Ashman, Midland, 989- 631-1668. Operates Midland Area Recycling Center, 4305 E. Ashman St. Midland Tomorrow: 300 Rodd, Ste. 201, Midland, 989-839-0340 ext. 2, www.midlandtomorrow.org. Works with local industrial and technology businesses to help them create and retain jobs and investment in Midland. Also works to attract new jobs and investment. Mid Michigan Community Action Agency: 1409 Washington St., Midland, 989-832-7377. MSU Extension Midland County: 220 W. Ellsworth St., 989-832-6640. Provides SNAP-Ed (Supplemental Nutr ition Assistance ProgramEducation) nutrition classes, master gardener program, Project FRESH, food safety programming and 4-H. Narcotics Anonymous: Helps drug addicts recover from addiction. The only requirement is a desire to stop using drugs. NA charges no fees for services. Contact 800-230-4085 or visit www.michigan-na.org/saginawbay-area Pregnancy Aid of Midland County: Delta College, Midland campus, 1025 E. Wheeler Road, Midland, 989-8357144. Pregnancy Resource Center of MidMichigan: 4818 N. Saginaw, 989-8351500. Reece Endeavor of Midland: P.O. Box 2212, Midland, 48641, 989-835-9700. 34

Nichole Flores, left, and Andrea Hotham, right, help to wrap Christmas gifts for five local families, which were donated to Midland’s Open Door by Sunrise Church of Midland, Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2021 at Midland’s Open Door. Provides affordable housing to adults with disabilities in the Midland area. Safe & Sound Child Advocacy Center: 2716 Jefferson Ave., Building 2, 989-835-9922, www.safeandsoundcac. org Shelterhouse (Council on Domestic & Sexual Assault): 989-835-6771. Ten16 Recovery Network: 1213 E. Isabella Road, Midland, 989-835-3466; Counseling Offices: 133 N. Saginaw Road, Midland, 989-631-2041; 805 Beech St., Clare, 989-802-0742; 1302 Chatterton, Ste. 2, Gladwin, 989-4268886. The Legacy Center for Community

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Success: Provides tutoring services in reading for dyslexia, adult basic education, English as a second language, and math. 3200 James Savage Road, Suite 5, Midland, 989496-1425, www.tlc4cs.org 211 Northeast Michigan: 2007 Austin St., Ste. U; Call 211 or toll free (888) 636-4211, www.211nemichigan. org Information and referral service for residents. The Salvation Army: 330 Waldo Ave., Midland, 989-496-2787. United Way of Midland County: 115 Jerome St., Midland, 989-631-3670. United Way Volunteer Center: 115 Jerome St., Midland, 989-631-7660.

Health Care: Area Facilities MyMichigan Medical Center Midland My Mi c h i g a n Me d i c a l Ce n t e r Mi d l a n d i s a 3 2 4 l i c e n s e d - b e d hospital located on 225 acres of wooded campus in beautiful Midland. A leader in providing h i g h q u a l i t y, s t a t e - o f - t h e - a r t health care, the Medical Center in Midland is the flagship of the award-winning MyMichigan Health system. In fact, in 2021, Michigan Performance Excellence (MIPEx) awarded MyMichigan Health the 2021 Michigan Performance E x c e l l e n c e Aw a r d , t h e s t a t e’s highest honor for organizations that have demonstrated outstanding p e r f o r m a n c e, l e a d e r s h i p, a n d operational excellence. As a Michigan Performance Excellence Aw a r d r e c i p i e n t , My M i c h i g a n Health is now eligible to apply to the Malcolm Baldr ige National Quality Award Program. What’s m o re, My Mi c h i g a n He a l t h h a s received CHIME HealthCare’s Most Wired Award, as well as the MHA Community Benefit Award, to name just a few.

MyMichigan is the only Medical Ce n t e r i n t h e G re a t L a k e s Ba y Region to have all private rooms. Private rooms are also available at MyMichigan Health’s subsidiary, MyMichigan Medical Center Alma. MyMichigan Medical Center Midland has an environment of superior healing, infection control and patient safety. The Medical Center offers a range of primary care services, outstanding specialty care and emergency care, with e x c e l l e n c e i n c a r d i o v a s c u l a r, cancer, neuroscience, obstetrics, orthopedics, rehabilitation, diabetes, behavioral health and other services. Ancillary services include CT scanning, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, laboratory, pharmacy, cardiac catheterization and magnetic resonance imaging. Accredited by The Joint Commission, MyMichigan Medical Center Midland has become a regional referral hospital for the northern and middle areas of the state. The medical staff in Midland includes more than 160 active physicians representing more than

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30 specialties and subspecialties. It is also a teaching hospital, with a three-year residency program in family medicine and clinical affiliations for training medical s t u d e n t s f r o m M i c h i g a n St a t e University and Central Michigan University. The Medical Center employs more than 2,800 employees, making it the largest e m p l oy e r i n M i d l a n d C o u n t y. To g e t h e r, t h e Me d i c a l Ce n t e r’s workforce, health care providers, as well as hundreds of volunteers work together to create healthy communities through solutions designed to meet the ever-changing needs of the residents in its service a re a . Fo r m o re i n f o r m a t i o n , call 989-839-3000 or visit www. midmichigan.org Health Information MyMichigan Health Line offers physician information, classes and program registration, and details on services available through MyMichigan Health. MyMichigan Health Line also offers an extensive

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Health Care: Area Facilities Continued from page 35 l i s t i n g o f l o c a l s u p p o r t g ro u p s and services available in this community. To learn more, call MyMichigan Health Line toll-free at 800-999-3199 or 989-837-9090. Diabetes Center, MyMichigan Medical Center Midland: 4005 Orchard Drive, 989-839-1773 or 800-727-3123. MyMichigan Health Park Fr e e l a n d : 5694 Midland Road (M-47), Freeland, 989-695-4950. MyMichigan Home Care: 3007 N. Saginaw Road, 989-633-1400 or 800-852-9350. MyMichigan Urgent Care Midland: 3009 N. Saginaw Road, 989-6331350. MyMichigan Urgent Care Fr e e l a n d : 5694 Midland Road (M-47), Freeland, 989-695-4999. MyMichigan Chemotherapy and Infusion Services: 989-839-6200. An infusion pharmacy providing a variety of intravenous and other

therapies. OTHER HOSPITALS McLaren Bay Region: 1900 Columbus, Bay City, 989-894-3000. H e a l t h S o u r c e S a g i n aw : 3340 Ho s p i t a l R o a d , S a g i n a w, 9 8 9 790-7700. Specialty hospital — psychiatric and substance abuse, physical rehabilitation and extended care. No emergency room. Covenant HealthCare: 1447 N. Harrison, Saginaw; Mackinaw, 5400 Mackinaw, Saginaw; Cooper, 700 Cooper, Saginaw; 989-583-0000. St. Mary’s of Michigan: 800 S. Washington, Saginaw, 989-9078000.

OTHER HEALTH CARE SERVICES McLaren Midland Primary Care: 801 Joe Mann Blvd., Suite A, 989794-4032. McLaren Bay Region – Midland Internal Medicine: 801 Joe Mann Blvd., Suite C, 989-486-9090. Pro-Health Urgent Care of Midland: 111 E. Wackerly St., Suite

A, 989-495-2050. Midland Express Urgent & Family Care: 600 Cambridge St., 989-4863682. New Hope Urgent Care: 728 W. Wackerly. Suite 101. Diagnoses and treats all non-emergent accidents and illnesses of pediatric and adult patients. 989-631-9900. Midland County Health Department: 220 W. Ellsworth St., 832-6380. Central Michigan District Health D e p a r t m e n t : 1 0 3 N . B o w e r y, Gladwin, 989-426-9431 or 815 N. Clare, Harrison, 989-539-6731. American Red Cross — East Central Bay Chapter: 1401 S. Grand Traverse, Flint, Mich., 48503, 810232-5823. Cancer Services: 400 Ashman, Ste. 200, Midland, 989-835-4841. Family and Children’s Services of Mid-Michigan: Mental health services, 1714 Eastman Ave., 989631-5390.

Health Care: Grief Support Groups he Midland area grief and loss support groups are free services provided by the Midland Catholic parishes, Memorial Presbyterian Church, MidMichigan Hospice and Heartland Hospice Services. The three Catholic parishes host an adult group recovery process that is Christian in focus and open to all. Meetings take place throughout the year at one of the parishes. Blessed Sacrament Parish also offers an eight-week group recovery process for adults of any faith in the process of divorce. It takes place annually from September to November. For infor mation, contact Assumption Parish at 989- 835-3133, Blessed Sacrament Parish at 989-

835-6777 or St. Brigid Parish at 989835-7121. Memorial Presbyterian Church offers a grief recovery series for people in all stages of grief. In addition, it offers a Christmas worship service for those who find the holiday season difficult. The Summer Grief Recovery Group meets Wednesday evenings in June and July. The Holiday Grief Recovery Group meets Wednesday evenings from mid-November through the first week of January. A Service of Comfort and Hope is typically one or two Sundays before Christmas at 7 p.m. To register or for more information, call the church at 989-835-6759. MidMichigan Hospice offers a sixweek series providing support to

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those who have experienced the death of a loved one. Groups meet quarterly. For information, call 989-837-9090. To register, call the MidMichigan Healthline at 989-8379090 or 1-800-999-3199. Heartland Hospice Services of Bay City provides grief support and groups for adults and children. For information, call Sue at 1-800-2754517. Children’s Grief Center of the Great Lakes Bay Region provides a healing environment for children, teens and their families grieving a death. Midland, 989-495-9335. For more information, visit the center’s website at childrensgriefglbr.org

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Religion: Places of Worship Midland St. John’s Lutheran Church, 505 E. Carpenter St., 835-5861. Assembly of God Episcopal Good Shepherd Evangelical Christian Celebration Center, 6100 Holy Family Episcopal Church, 4611 Lutheran Church, 907 Mattes Dr., Swede Road, 631-1300. Swede Road, 835-7681. St. John’s Episcopal Church, 405 N. 835-4181. Bahá`í Faith Saginaw Road, 631-2260. Mennonite For information, 832-9695. New Hope Community Church, Evangelical Baptist Midland Evangelical Free Church, 2510 E. Stewart Road, 839-9451. Calvar y Baptist Church, 6100 Methodist 7221 N. Jefferson, 631-4411. Perrine, 832-2991. Our Redeemer Church, 889 Aldersgate United Methodist Emmanuel Baptist Church, 502 Poseyville Road, 835-4188. Church, 2206 Airfield Lane, 631-1151. Cherry, 631-3369. Midland Free Methodist Church, Faith Ministries Baptist Church, Jehovah’s Witnesses 5821 Eastman Road, 835-1681. 3420 E. Ashman, 837-7777. F i r s t Un i t e d Me t h o d i s t First Baptist Church of Church, 315 W. Larkin St., 835Midland, 915 E. Sugnet, 8356797. 6731. Gordonville United Methodist Midland Baptist Church, 5009 Church, 76 E. Gordonville Road, N. Jefferson Ave., 631-1384. 631-4388. Open Door Baptist Church, Homer United Methodist 6200 Sturgeon, 832-3402. Church, 507 S. Homer Road, Sunrise Baptist Church, 2138 835-5050. N. Jefferson, 837-7220. Poseyville United Methodist Brethren Church, 1849 Poseyville, 631Midland Church of the 3333. Brethren, 1717 E. Sugnet, 835Nazarene 2521. Bethel Church of the Catholic Nazarene, 3490 E. Baker, 832Assumption of the Blessed 7550. Virgin Mary, 3516 E. Monroe Midland Nazarene, 5700 Road, 631-4447. Jefferson Ave., 631-4620. Blessed Sacrament Church, Nease Memorial Church of 3109 Swede Ave., 835-6777. Deacon Al Oliver, right, places ashes onto the head of Sister the Nazarene, 631-0820. St. Brigid Catholic Church, 207 Maria Jose, center, as congregants of Saint Brigid Catholic Non-Denominational Ashman St., 835-7121. Church gather for an Ash Wednesday service Wednesday, Axiom, 1264 E. Isabella Road, Church of Christ Feb. 17, 2021 at the church in Midland. Typically the ashes 631-3810. Wheeler Road Church of are placed in the shape of a cross on the forehead, but this Church of Daniel’s Band, 525 Christ, 1123 E. Wheeler, 835year the ashes were sprinkled overhead to mitigate the Dopp Road, 839-5716. 8559. spread of COVID-19. (Katy Kildee/kkildee@mdn.net) Community Bible Church of Midland Church of Christ, Midland, 4417 W. Wackerly, 8001700 E. Patrick Road, 633-9088. Je h ova h’s Wi t n e s s e s, 2 9 9 0 E . 384-6056. Church of Christ, Scientist Father’s Heart Ministries, 4606 First Church of Christ Scientist, Wheeler Road, 835-2761. Jewish Synagogue James Savage Road, 495-0073. 510 E. St. Andrews Road, 835-2741. Temple Beth El (Reform Judaism), Grace Bible Church, 2828 Isabella Christian Science Reading Room, 113 2505 Bay City Road, 496-3720. Road, 631-7225. E. Main St., 835-1090. Living World Church, 2010 N. Stark Lutheran Church of God Holy Scripture Lutheran Church, Road, 832-7547. Eagle Ridge Church of God, 2808 Midland Missionary Church, 479 S. 4525 W. Main St., 835-8552. Waldo Ave., 835-7101. Lord of New Life Lutheran, 3489 N. 11 Mile, 631-4467. Floyd Church of God, 1015 W. New Life Vineyard Church, 1014 E. Eastman Road, 837-2856. Chippewa River Road, 832-2095. Trinity Lutheran Church, 3701 N. Ashman, 832-7472. No r t h p o i n t M i n i s t r i e s , 5 9 2 0 Pentecostal Jefferson Ave., 631-0692. Jefferson Ave., 631-9230. St. Timothy Lutheran Church, 2417 Calvary Apostolic Church, 609 Mill, Mount Haley Church of God, 2184 Abbott Road, 832-2701. 837-9530. S. Homer Road, 832-3570. Messiah Lutheran Church, 1550 S. Faith Christian Assembly, 3200 E. Church of Jesus Christ Isabella St., 631-5353. Poseyville, 835-7143. of Latter Day Saints Pe n t e c o s t a l Te m p l e, 5 3 0 3 N . Our Savior Lutheran Church, 1501 Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Jefferson Road, 835-8892. Saints, 1700 W. Sugnet Road, 832-4487. N. Saginaw Road, 832-3667. 38 Continued on page 39 www.ourmidland.com

Religion: Places of Worship Continued from page 38 Presbyterian Chapel Lane Presbyterian, 5501 Jefferson, 631-2081. Memorial Presbyterian Church, 1310 Ashman St., 835-6759. Orthodox Presbyterian Christ Covenant Church (PCA), 2821 Ashman St., 839-6563. MidlandPCA. org Reformed Midland Reformed Church, 110 N. Saginaw Road, 835-4000. Community of Christ Christ Covenant Church, 2821 Ashman St., 835-3961. The Salvation Army The Salvation Army, 330 Waldo, 496-2787. Seventh-Day Adventist Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 2420 E. Ashman St., 631-3120. Unitarian Universalist Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 6220 N. Jefferson, 631-1162. United Church of Christ United Church of Christ, 4100 Chestnut Hill Drive, 631-1136. Wesleyan Faith Wesleyan Church, 654 S. Meridian Road, 835-5061. Trinity Wesleyan Church, 819 S. Patterson Road, 631-4975. Coleman Coleman Assembly of God, 701 E. Jefferson, 465-9121. Coleman Wesleyan Church, 110 Webster St., 465-6431. Grace Baptist Church, 115 Fraser, 465-6301. North Bradley Church of God, 3094 Grant, 465-1367. Faith United Methodist Church, 209 E. Jefferson St., 465-6181. Our Lady of the Most Blessed Sa c ra m e n t Mo n a s t e r y, 4 9 7 7 N . Chippewa Road, 465-7729. Community of Christ, 407 E. Adams, 465-1151. Edenville Edenville United Methodist Church, 455 W. Curtis, 689-6250. Hope Hope Baptist Church, 5525 N. Hope Road, 689-3911. Hope & Edenville United Methodist Church, 5278 N. Hope Road, 689-3811.

Mount Hope Fellowship, 1352 E. Curtis Road, 689-3345. New Hope Community Church of God, 6424 N. Middle, 689-3586. Sanford Abundant Life Apostolic Church, 2187 N. Meridian Road, 687-7293. Church of Christ Restored, 1848 N. 7 Mile Road, 687-9012. Cleft of the Rock Family Church, 2575 N. West River Road, 687-5028. Lighthouse Bible Baptist Church, 55 W. Saginaw, 687-7421. Meridian Church of God, 2130 N. Meridian Road, 687-2773. Our Lady of Grace Church, 2500 W. River Road, 687-5657. St. Paul Lutheran, 2045 Lynn, 6872209. Community of Chr ist, 264 W. Saginaw, 687-2252. Sanford United Methodist, 2560 N. West River Road, 687-5353. Auburn First Baptist Church of Auburn, 4853 Garfield Road, 662-4427. St. Gabriel Parish, 84 W. Midland Road, 662-6861. Grace Lutheran Church, 303 Ruth St., 662-6161. Zion Lutheran Church, 1556 Siedler Road, 662-4264. Auburn United Methodist Church, 207 S. Auburn, 662-6314. Beaverton Beaverton Baptist Church, 2888 Dale Road, 435-9232. Beaverton Church of God, 3987 S. M-18, 435-3505. Church of the Brethren, 3783 Schock Road, 435-9851. Beaverton Church of the Nazarene, 540 W. Lang Road, 435-7708. Good Shepherd Evangelical Lutheran, 1600 Dale Road, 435-2234. Cedar River Chapel, 2766 River Road, 435-2651. First Presbyterian Church, 201 S. Ross, 435-7086. Beaverton United Methodist, 150 W. Brown St., 435-4322. Dale United Methodist, 4688 Freeland Road, 435-4829. Freeland Church of God (Seventh Day), 11246 W. Freeland, 695-2746. Freeland Assembly of God, 284 E. Washington Road, 695-2673.

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First Baptist Church, 8445 Webster Road, 695-6414. Freeland United Methodist Church, 205 E. Washington, 695-2101. LaPorte United Methodist Church, 3990 S. Smith Crossing, 695-9692. M a p l e t o n Un i t e d Me t h o d i s t Church, 4605 Bailey Bridge, 495-0425. St. Agnes Catholic Church, 335 Johnson, 695-5652. Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church, 545 S. 7th, 695-9626. Gladwin Assembly of God, 3400 W. Buzzell Road, 426-8102. Emmanuel Baptist Church, 3089 Pratt Lake, 426-9861. Grace Fellowship Church, 4031 Adams Road, 246-0811. Gladwin Cornerstone Baptist, 3925 Round Lake, 426-6897. Grace Bible Baptist, 331 N. Antler, 426-3871. Secord Baptist, 2507 N. 3 Rivers Road, 426-4342. Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 330 N. Silverleaf, 426-7154. Gra c e C h r i s t i a n C h u rc h , 8 4 7 Chappel Dam, 426-9329. Church of Christ-Gladwin, 425 E. Grout, 426-4362. St. Paul’s Episcopal, 211 E. Cedar Ave., 426-9943. Gladwin Free Methodist Church, 1312 N. State, 426-8441. Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses of Gladwin, 983 N. M-18, 426-9585. Our Savior Lutheran Church, 331 W. Clendening Road, 426-9689. St. John Evangelical Lutheran, 10293 E. Gladwin Road, 426-5271. Christ the King Lutheran, 600 S. M-18, 426-1659. Church of Daniel’s Band, 1233 E. Highwood Road, 426-3940. Community of Christ, 335 S. Antler, 426-9195. Gladwin Seventh-Day Adventist, 213 Buckeye, 426-6231. First United Methodist, 1300 Bartlett, 426-9619. Wagarville United Methodist, 2478 Wagonville Road, 426-2971. Wooden Shoe United Methodist, 284 Norway, 426-2821. 39

Education: Before and After School Camp Fire USA Midland E. Shearer Road, 989-689-7770. County Council: 220 W. Main, Learning Tree Cooperative Suite 203, 832-2295. Preschool (formerly St. Greater Midland Community John’s Episcopal Cooperative Center: 2205 S. Jefferson Ave., Preschool): 405 N. Saginaw 832-7937, ext. 2237. Road. Contact Toshia Albright, Nature Preschool: 400 S. 989-631-2260, ext. 2; email: Badour Road, 631-0830. learningtreepreschoolmi@ First Baptist Preschool: 915 gmail.com, www. E. Sugnet Road, 989-835-6731. learningtreepreschoolmi.org, Good Shepherd Evangelical facebook.com/Learning Tree Lutheran Presc hool: 907 Cooperative Preschool. Offers a Mattes Dr., 989-835-4181. warm and nurturing preschool Heaven’s Elect Christian with classes for ages 2 through Learning Center: 3305 young 5’s. Scholarships are Ridgecrest Dr., 989-837-1914. available. Four-star rated with Hidden Treasures Great Start to Quality. Preschool: 6100 Perrine Road, Ready Set Grow/Preschool Midland, 989-832-5250. and Childcare: 104 Moll St., Kid’s Creek Early Care & Auburn, 662-6681. Education: 1550 S. Poseyville Stepping Stones Daycare Road, 989-698-2223. and Preschool: 2904 E. Ashman Kinder Kare Children’s St., 989-832-8588. Center: 1184 James Savage Trinity Lutheran Preschool: Road, 989-835-9201; 4011 W. 3701 Jefferson Ave., 989-631Isabella Road, Shepherd, 9890692, ext. 231. 832-3256. West Midland Preschool: Campers watch a video about how yarn is made before doing Memorial Presbyterian Full-day preschool classes an activity during an art-themed day camp Wednesday, Preschool: 1310 Ashman St., for 4-year-olds, as well as July 22, 2020 at Greater Midland Community Center. 989-835-6759. A cooperative (Katy Kildee/kkildee@mdn.net) a traditional half-day class play-based preschool for 3-year old children. Both welcoming private families Contact: Vickie Rutledge, 989-631with children ages 2-5. PPCP puts 4829; Kelly Scoles, 989-832-7520; or programs run September-May. Call Missy Finney, 989-832-3256. teachers and parents in a working Megan Greer, 989-832-0968. Locations West Midland Family Center: partnership to establish an environment in which our children are: Midland 1 Head Start, 2828 A f t e r- s c h o o l o p p o r t u n i t i e s f o r can work, play, and grow intellectually, Isabella St., Midland; Midland 2, 3 students in grades K-8, fall, winter emotionally, socially, physically and and 4 Head Start, 337 Lemke, Midland; and spring sessions. Structured and spiritually. http://www.mempres. Midland 5 Head Start, 915 E. Sugnet organized, interest-based activities Road, 989-486-1467; North Midland positively focused on self-concept org/ppcp/ Midland Montessori School: 5709 Family Center, 2601 E. Shearer Road, and social skills development for Midland, 989-689-7775;Meridian 1 youth including: computer access, Eastman Ave., 989-835-3921. Michele’s Montessori School: 4611 and 2 Head Start, 2534 N. West River recreation and clubs. Children must be Road, Sanford, 989-687-3455 ext. 3479. registered prior to attending. Contact: Swede Ave., 989-835-3999. NEMCSA Head Start Preschool: North Midland Family Center: 2601 Jillian Westphal, 989-832-3256.

Education: Education and Training Connection T h e E d u c a t i o n a n d Tr a i n i n g Connection is a nonprofit organization providing training for business, industry and the Midland County community. Located at 884 E. Isabella Road (M-20), the Education and Training Connection has several computer labs that offer Microsoft Office training in 40

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Education: Local Schools

Midland Public Schools Superintendent Michael Sharrow speaks during a meeting of the Midland Public Schools Board of Education Monday, Sept. 20, 2021 at Central Auditorium in Midland. The meeting included a presentation from physicians from MidMichigan Health, followed by a public comment section during which many debated about masking in schools. (Katy Kildee/kkildee@mdn.net) Midland County Educational Service Agency The board meets the third Tuesday of the month at 5:30 p.m. in the Midland County Educational Service Agency board room, 3917 Jefferson Ave. Phone: 989-631-5890. Administration John Searles, Superintendent Michelle Bahr, Director of Special Education Kimberly Stoll, Director of Human Resources Mark Orihel, Director of Finance Kimberly Clark, Director of Early Childhood & Family Services Don Johnson, CTE Coordinator Lynn Harris, Supervisor of Special Education Greg Crider, Supervisor of Special Education Christi Owens-Dickey, Supervisor of Special Education S t e v e Yo n k e r, S u p e r v i s o r o f Special Education Jonnie Taton, Director of Regional Preschool Partnership Midland Public Schools The board of education meets the third Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Midland Public Schools Administration Center, 600 42

E. Carpenter St. Administration To r e a c h p e r s o n n e l a t t h e Administration Center, call 989923-5001. Michael Sharrow, Superintendent, sharrowme@midlandps.org. Penny Miller Nelson, Associate Superintendent, millerpm@ midlandps.org. Brian Brutyn, Associate Superintendent, 989-923-5018. Je f f re y Ja s t o r, A s s o c i a t e Superintendent, jasterjd@ midlandps.org. Schools Adams Elementary: 1005 Adams Drive, 989-923-6037. Scott Cochran, principal. Carpenter Pre-Primary Center: 1407 W. Carpenter St., 989-923-6414. Pamela Sharrow, building director. Central Park Elementary: 1400 Rodd St., 989-923-6836. Kara Stark, principal. Chestnut Hill Elementary: 3900 Chestnut Hill Drive, 989-923-6634. Tracy Renfro, principal. Plymouth Elementary: 1105 E . Su g n e t Ro a d , 9 8 9 - 9 2 3 - 7 6 1 6 . Margaret Doan, principal. Siebert Elementary: 5700 Siebert

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St., 989-923-7835. Paul Schroll, principal. Wo o d c re s t E l e m e n t a r y : 5 5 0 0 Drake St., 989-923-7940. Jeff Pennex, principal. Jefferson Middle School: 800 Chapel Lane, 989-923-5873. Shannon Blasy, principal. Northeast Middle School: 1305 E. Sugnet Road, 989-923-5772. Dirk DeBoer, principal. H.H. Dow High School: 3901 N. Saginaw Road, 989-923-5382. Ted Davis, principal. Midland High School: 1301 Eastlawn Drive, 989-923-5181, Tiela Schurman, principal. Beaverton Schools The board of education meets the second Monday of each month at 6 p.m. (except for March and December) in the Beaverton Junior/ Senior High School Media Center. Ad m i n i s t ra t i o n : 4 6 8 S . Ro s s, 989-246-3000, Joseph Passalacqua, superintendent. Junior/Senior High School: 3090 Crockett Rd, 989-246-3010, Mike Bassage, principal. Elementary School: 440 S. Ross, 9 8 9 - 2 4 6 - 3 0 2 0 , R e n e e I n s c h o, principal. Continued on page 43

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The Meridian Early College High School Class of 2022 celebrate their commencement Thursday, May 19, 2022 at the school in Sanford. Continued from page 42 Bullock Creek Schools The board of education meets the third Monday of each month at 7 p.m. at the high school, 1420 Badour Road. Shawn Hale, superintendent, 989631-9022. High School: 1420 Badour Road, 989-631-2340, Curt Moses, principal. Middle School: 644 Badour Road, 9 8 9 - 6 3 1 - 9 2 6 0 , D e n n i s To m k o, principal. Bullock Creek Elementary: 1037 Poseyville Road, 989-832-8691, Beth Bredt, principal. Floyd Elementary: 725 E. 8 Mile Road, 989-832-2081, Jamie Moses, principal. Pine River Elementary: 1894 E. Pine River Road, 989-631-5121, Debbie Bradford, principal. Coleman Community Schools The board of education meets the third Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. in the high school media center, 991 E. Railway. Jennifer McCormack, superintendent, 989-465-6060.

Junior/Senior High School: 4951 N. Lewis Road, 989-465-6177, Jack Young, principal. Elementary School: 1010 E. Washington, 989-465-6179, Cindy Araway, principal. Gladwin Public Schools The board of education meets on the second and fourth Monday of the month. Check for time and location. Rick Seebeck, superintendent, 989-426-9255. High School: 1400 N. Spr ing, 989-426-7341, Elizabeth Brown, principal. Intermediate School: 780 W. First, 989-426-4531, Joe Cote, principal. Ju n i o r Hi g h S c h o o l : 4 0 1 N . B o w e r y, 9 8 9 - 4 2 6 - 3 8 0 8 , D a v i d Mausolf, principal. Elementary School: 600 W. First, 989-426-7771, Josh Pahl, principal. Meridian Public Schools The board of education meets the second and fourth Monday of each month at 7 p.m. in the Meridian High School media center. Craig Carmoney, superintendent, 989-687-3200.

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High School: 3303 N. Meridian Road, 989-687-3300, Tara Mager, principal. Ju n i o r Hi g h S c h o o l : 3 4 7 5 N . Meridian Road, 989-687-3360, Kent Boxey, principal. Elementary School: 3353 N. Meridian Road, 989-687-3500, Sarah Rivard, principal. Parochial Schools Calvary Baptist Academy: 6100 Perrine Road, 989-832-3341, Mike Reece, administrator. Good Shepherd Lutheran Elementary School: 907 Mattes Dr., 989-835-4181, George Kellerman, principal. Saint Brigid Catholic School: 130 W. Larkin, 989-835-9481. Laura Wilkowski, principal. St. John’s Lutheran School: 505 E. Carpenter, 989-835-7041, Brad Massey, principal. Charter Schools The Academic and Career Education Academy: 884 E. Isabella Road, 989-374-2232, Lance Berrier, principal. Windover High School: 919 Smith Ro a d , 9 8 9 - 8 3 2 - 0 8 5 2 , M a rc e l l a Mosqueda, principal. 43

Education: Colleges and Universities

From left, Northwood University Board of Trustees Vice Chair Steve Madincea; Alissa Butcher, a Northwood student who introduced 2022 OBL U.S. Rep. Lisa McClain; and Northwood President Kent MacDonald. Northwood University Known as the school-of-choice for business-minded students of all ages and backgrounds, Northwood University’s focus on management and entrepreneurship prepares students as leaders of a global, freeenterprise society. With its main campus in Midland; regional Adult Degree Program Centers located strategically across the country and online degree completion programs; the DeVos Graduate School; and Inter national Program Centers in China, Sri Lanka, United Arab Emerites and Switzerland, Northwood University offers the business degree options people need and the college experience they want. The university is institutionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and has business specialty accreditation through the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs. The Northwood Idea Northwood has a unique philosophy called The Northwood Idea that is integrated through all of its degree programs. The Northwood Idea recognizes business as a higher c a l l i n g . It v a l u e s f re e d o m a n d 44

personal responsibility; moral law; and respect for property, and it emphasizes the importance of work, thrift and business. Mission Statement Northwood develops freeenterprise leaders who drive economic and social progress for a global, free-enterprise society. Values Northwood University affirms the natural yearning in every human h e a r t t o b e f re e. It s a c a d e m i c community welcomes individuals, their distinctive talents, and their potential to make a difference through a life well spent. Northwood believes in: • The advantages of an entrepreneurial, free society • Individual freedom and personal responsibility • Leading from a foundation of ethics and integrity • Embracing the global and multicultural nature of enterprise • Celebrating individual uniqueness and diversity of perspectives in an inclusive community Outcomes N U ’s e d u c a t i o n a l o u t c o m e s

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are aimed at preparing wellrounded professional leaders. NU’s commitment is to graduate students who: 1) Articulate and apply the principles and values of freedom and free-enterprise; 2) Communicate effectively in speech and writing; 3) Demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving proficiency; 4) Demonstrate foundational knowledge of the functional areas of business; 5) Demonstrate acumen applied to the global business environment; 6) Demonstrate effective leadership and interpersonal skills. Teachers, Experts, Mentors Northwood University faculty bring real-world business experience into the classroom and possess a mix of subject matter expertise developed through working in the professions they teach about. They work with industry-specific advisory boards to ensure that graduates are being prepared to lead businesses and institutions from the moment they are hired. Start Your Major On Day One Northwood University students begin studies in their majors during their first semester. By junior year,

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Students walk past Robinson Hall Monday, March 21, 2022 at Central Michigan University. Continued from page 44 most are deep into their majors and then fulfill the requirements for a bachelor degree along with internships. The early start helps students confirm their area of interest and prepares them for internship success earlier than peers at other schools. Also, the core business curriculum makes changing majors and/or combining majors and minors a flexible option. Competitive Edge Northwood students compete in a wide variety of intercollegiate formats. They earn respected positions among leading universities by regularly placing in state, national and global competitions in areas such as Mock Trial, DECA (business leadership competitions) and Esports. The teams’ success includes national championship titles. Student athletes also compete in 18 NCAA Division II sports. Degree Completion Options for Working Adults N o r t h w o o d ’s A d u l t D e g r e e Program provides management education to adults seeking to c o m p l e t e t h e i r u n d e r g ra d u a t e degrees throughout the world. Northwood provides flexibility in the online learning environment for working professionals to complete

undergraduate degrees at the pace that works best for them. DeVos Graduate School NU’s DeVos Graduate School ( d e v o s. n o r t h w o o d . e d u ) o f f e r s a new, online Doctor of Business Administration as well as MBA p r o g r a m s w i t h d a y, e v e n i n g , online, and corporate deliver y options. There are also Master of Science programs that are entirely online in specializations including Organizational Leadership, Human Resources, Finance and Business Analytics. 360-Degree World View NU’s multi-cultural vision of the business community literally circles the globe with more than 1,000 international students enrolled in its International Program Centers as well as its main campus in Midland. No r t h w o o d s t u d e n t s re g u l a r l y participate in global programming, simulations and competitions. Scholarships Northwood University offers a variety of scholarships and grants for qualifying students. Fo r i n f o r m a t i o n , v i s i t w w w. northwood.edu or call 1(800) 6229000. Central Michigan University Central Michigan University, Mount Pleasant, offers numerous

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bachelor and master degree programs, plus specialist degrees and doctorate programs, along with the Central Michigan University College of Medicine, the nation’s 137th medical school. Delta College Delta College offers more than 150 transfer and career degree programs. Visit www.delta.edu or call 989-6869000. Classes are also offered at the Delta College Downtown Midland, 419 E. Ellsworth St. Davenport University Davenport University-Central Region is located at 3555 E. Patrick Road, Midland. For more information, call 989-835-5588 or 800-968-4860. Saginaw Valley State University Saginaw Valley State University, 7400 Bay Road, University Center, offers numerous programs at the bachelor and master degree levels. Students can pursue degrees in several colleges, including Arts and Behavioral Sciences, Business and Management, Education, Crystal M. Lange Nursing and Allied Health Sciences, and Science, Engineering a n d Te c h n o l o g y. S c h o l a r s h i p s, financial aid, career counseling and job placement services are available. For more information, call 989-6955325. 45

Education: Local Organizations ETC Computer Training Classes: 884 E. Isabella Road, 989-631-5202. Family and Children’s Services of Mid-Michigan: 1714 Eastman Ave., 989631-5390. Educational, supportive and group therapy programs. The Legacy Center for Community Success – Literacy Services: 3200 James Savage Road, Suite 5, 989-4961425, www.tlc4cs.org Midland-Bullock Creek/Coleman/ Meridian Adult Education/ETC: 884 E. Isabella Road, 989-631-5202 ext. 216.

Midland-Interlochen Arts Academy Scholarship Fund: Contact Midland Area Community Foundation, 989839-9661. Tec hnical Training Center of Consumers Energy Co.: 3949 E. Gordonville Road, 989-839-8000. Designed to train workers in the areas of electronics, microprocessors, process control, chemistry and health physics. West Midland Family Center’s Dow College Opportunity Program (COP):

Founded in 1989 to help break the cycle of poverty and lack of higher education in western Midland County. During four years in the program, students from Bullock Creek, Meridian, Shepherd and Coleman high schools gain a variety of academic and social skills designed to help them acquire a college degree. On-going support is provided to help the students once they enter college. For more information, contact Mike Sobolewski at sobolewskim@wmfc.org.

Government: Veterans Services VETERANS SERVICES Bay County Veterans Office, 515 Center, Bay City, 989-895-4190. Gladwin County Veterans Affairs Office, 555 W. Cedar, Gladwin, 989-426-4891.

Midland County Veterans’ Service Office, 220 W. Ellsworth, Midland, 989-832-6843. Saginaw County Ve t e ra n s Tr u s t O f f i c e, 1 1 1 S . Michigan Ave., Saginaw, 989-793-9560. Aleda E. Lutz Veterans Affairs

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Medical Center, 1500 Weiss, Saginaw, 989-497-2500. American Red Cross East Central Bay Chapter 1401 S. Grand Traverse, Flint, Mich., 48503; 810-232-1401.

Government: Elected Officials

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer speaks during a press conference Thursday, May 20, 2021 at Dow Diamond in Midland. (Katy Kildee/kkildee@mdn.net) President, Vice President of the United States The White House, 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, D.C., 20500-1002. 202-456-1414; White House comment line for people using TTY due to hearing disabilities: 202456-6213. U.S. Senate Sen. Gary Peters, D-Southfield 202-224-6221. Local address: 515 N. Washington Ave., Suite 402, Saginaw, Mich., 48607 989-754-0112; e-mail through webpage at peters.senate.gov Sen. Debbie Stabenow, D-Lansing - 202-224-4822. Local address: 432 N. Saginaw St., Suite 301, Flint, Mich., 48502 810-720-4172; E-mail: senator@ stabenow.senate.gov U.S. House 4th District Rep. John Moolenaar, R-Midland - (202) 225-3561. Midland office, 200 E. Main St., Midland, Mich., 989-6312552. E-mail: Use the “Contact” section

of website at http://moolenaar.house. gov/contact/ Governor Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, State Capitol Building, 111 S. Capitol, P.O. Box 30013, Lansing, Mich., 48909; phone 517-373-3400, 517-335-7858. State Senate 36th District Sen. Jim Stamas, R-Midland, and mailing address, Post Office Box 30036, Lansing, Mich., 48909. Phone 517-373-7946 or 855-347-8036, fax 517-373-2678. E-mail SenJStamas@ senate.michigan.gov State Senate 32nd District Sen. Ken Horn, R-Saginaw County, address: P.O. Box 30036, Lansing, Mich., 48909. Phone 517-373-1760 or 855-347-8032 toll free; fax 517373-3487. E-mail senKHorn@senate. michigan.gov State House 98th District Parts of Midland, Saginaw counties

Rep. Annette Glenn, R-Midland, address: S-1287 House Office Building, P.O. Box 30014, Lansing, Mich., 48909. Phone 855-453-6698 and 517-3731791. E-mail AnnetteGlenn@house. mi.gov State House 99th District Isabella County and part of Midland County Re p. Ro g e r Ha u c k , R- Mo u n t Pleasant, address: S-1288 House Office Building, P.O. Box 30014, Lansing, Mich., 48909. Phone 517-373-1789; fax 517-373-5491. E-mail: RogerHauck@ house.mi.gov State House 97th District Clare, Gladwin and Arenac counties and part of Bay County Rep. Jason Wentworth, R-Clare, address: S-1286 House Office Building, P.O. Box 30014, Lansing, Mich., 48909. Phone 855-563-5597 or 517-373-8962; E-mail: JasonWentworth@house. mi.gov

Government: Road Questions For questions or concerns about area road conditions, call the following telephone numbers: Auburn, 989-662-6761. Beaverton, 989-435-9343. Coleman, 989-465-6961.

Freeland, 989-695-9512. Midland, 989-837-6900. Sanford, 989-687-7667. Bay County Road Commission, 989686-4610. Clare County Road Commission, 989-539-2151.

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Gladwin County Road Commission, 989-426-7441. Midland County Road Commission, 989-687-9060. Saginaw County Road Commission, 989-752-6140. 47

Government: City Officials Midland Council meets the second and fourth Mondays of each month at 7 p.m. Mayor: Maureen Donker. First Ward: Pam Hall, 989-8593604. Second Ward: Mayor Maureen Donker, 989-839-0531. Third Ward: Steve Arnosky, 989832-8186. Fo u r t h Wa r d : D i a n e B r ow n Wilhelm, 989-513-5638. Fifth Ward: Marty Wazbinski, 989631-6928. Auburn Commission meets the third Monday of the month at 7 p.m. Mayor: Lee Kilbourn, 989-8597004. Administrator: David Haag, 989-

662-6761. Clerk: Bryna Mieske, 989-662-6761. Beaverton Council meets the third Monday of the month at 6 p.m. Mayor: Ray Nau, 989-435-3511, ext. 1 City Manager: Kimberly Hines, 989-435-3511, ext 4. Clerk: Janelle Keen, 989-435-3511, ext 3. Treasurer: Jodie Klamer, 989-4353511, ext. 2. Coleman Council meets the second and fourth Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. Mayor: Steve Miller, 989-465-6961. Treasurer/Clerk: Tammy Goffnet, 989-465-6961. Gladwin Council meets the first and third

Monday at 5 p.m. Mayor: Darlene Jungman, 989426-7127. Administrator: Chris Shannon, 989-426-9231, ext. 14. Clerk: Marietta Andrist, 989-4269231, ext. 11. Treasurer: Angela Bigham, 989426-9231, ext. 13. Sanford Council meets the second Monday of the month at 7 p.m. Temporary Village office: Jerome Township Office Building, 737 W. Beamish Road, Sanford President: Dolores Porte, 989-2459246. Clerk Aileen Acker, 488-4578, ext. 11. Treasurer: Travis Raymond, 6875077.

Government: Country Commissioners Midland County Meets at 9 a.m. on the first and t h i rd Tu e s d a y o f e a c h m o n t h (September through May) and 10 a.m. on the third Tuesday during the summer (June through August) at the County Services Building in downtown Midland. District 1, Jeanette Snyder, 989832-6381. District 2, Mark Bone, chair, 989832-6382. District 3, Steve Glaser, 989-8326383. District 4, Gaye Terwillegar, 989832-6386. District 5, James Geisler, 989-8326387. District 6, Eric Dorrien, 989-8326388. District 7, Scott Noesen, 989-8326389. Bay County Meets at 4 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month in the commission chambers on the fourth floor of the Bay County Building. 48

District 1, Marie Fox, 989-2742702. District 2, Ernie Krygier, 989-6842830. District 3, Vaughn J. Begick, 989686-0578. District 4, Kim Coonan, 989-3919346. District 5, Thomas Herek, 989415-9389. District 6, Kaysey Radtke, 989-4155241. District 7, Jayme Johnson, 989891-7363. Gladwin County Meets at 9 a.m. on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month in the commissioners chamber on the third floor of the County Building. District 1, Kyle Grove, kgrove@ gladwincounty-mi.gov District 2, Ron Taylor, rtaylor@ gladwincounty-mi.gov District 3, Mike Szuch, mszuch@ gladwincounty-mi.gov District 4, Karen Moore, kmoore@ gladwincounty-mi.gov

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District 5, Rick Grove, rgrove@ gladwincounty-mi.gov Saginaw County Call 989-790-5267 for times and dates of meetings. District 1, Cynthia Winiecke. 989233-5556. District 2, Jack Tany, 989-737-4725. District 3, Christopher Boyd, 989284-2537. District 4, Sheldon Matthews, 989233-1750. District 5, James G. Theisen, 989971-0557. District 6, Kyle R. Harris, 989-6666504. District 7, Carol Ewing, 989-2971478. District 8, Dennis H. Krafft, 989652-8527. District 9, Gerald Little, 989-2747828. District 10, Carl E. Ruth, 989-2950081. District 11, Michael J. Webster, 989-799-7150.

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Government: County Officials

Midland County Sheriff Myron Greene poses for a portrait Tuesday, Sept. 14, 2021 at the Law Enforcement Center. (Katy Kildee/kkildee@mdn.net) Bay County Clerk Katie Zanotti, 989-895-4280. County Executive James Barcia, 989-895-4130. Pr o s e c u t i n g At t o r n e y Na n c y Borushko, 989-895-4185. Register of Deeds Brandon Krause, 989-895-4228. Sheriff Troy Cunningham, 989-8954050. Treasurer Shawna Walraven, 989895-4285. Gladwin County Clerk Karrie Hulme, 989-426-7351, ext. 3.

Prosecuting Attorney Aaron Miller, 989-426-8592. Register of Deeds Ann ManningClayton, 989-426-7551. Sheriff Michael Shea, 989-426-9284. Treasurer Christy VanTiem, 989426-7251. Midland County Administrator/Controller Bridgette Gransden, 989-832-6797. Clerk Ann Manary, 989-832-6739. Prosecuting Attorney J. Dee Brooks, 989-832-6722. Register of Deeds Julie Atkinson, 989-832-6820.

Sheriff Myron Greene, 989-8394630. Treasurer Catherine Lunsford, 989832-6850. Saginaw County Clerk, 989-790-5200 Prosecuting Attor ney John McColgan, 989-790-5330. Register of Deeds Katie Albosta Kelly, 989-790-5270. Sheriff William Federspiel, 989-7905456. Treasurer Timothy Novak, 989-7905225.

Government: Law Enforcement Local Emergencies For emergency calls needing law enforcement assistance, call 911. For non-emergency calls, check your local phone directory for the law

enforcement agency in your area. The Midland Police Department and the Midland County Sheriff’s Office have a number of telephone numbers for the various departments.

Michigan State Police West Branch Post 989-345-0956. Tri City Post 989-495-5555. Mount Pleasant Post 989-773-5951.

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Gladwin County Emergency Management Services, 989-426-6871. Midland County Emergency

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Government: Where to Vote in Midland County City of Coleman Coleman City Hall, 201 E. Railway St. Edenville Township Swanton Memorial Building, 6422 Water Road Geneva Township Geneva Township Hall, 3000 Barden Road Greendale Township Greendale Township Hall, 4750 W. Isabella Road Homer Township All precincts, Public Safety Building, 222 S. Homer Road. Hope Township Ho p e Tow n s h i p Ha l l , corner of Hope and Hull roads. Ingersoll Township Both precincts, Ingersoll Township Hall, corner of Sasse and Freeland roads Jasper Township Jasper Township Hall, 5595 W. Kent Road Jerome Township A l l p re c i n c t s, Je ro m e Tow n s h i p Ha l l , 7 3 7 W. Beamish. Voters cast their ballots at the Midland County ESA building Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2020 in Midland. Larkin Township (Katy Kildee/kkildee@mdn.net) Pct. 1 and 2, Larkin Township Hall, 3016 N. Ward 3 - Pct. 3 Woodcrest School, City of Midland Polling Locations Jefferson Road. Ward 1 - Pct. 1 New Life Vineyard, 5500 Drake (Drake near Dilloway) Pct. 3, Township Office, 3027 N. Ward 3 - Pct. 4 Calvary Baptist 1014 E. Ashman Jefferson Road. Ward 1 - Pct. 2 New Life Vineyard, Church, 6100 Perrine Road Lee Township Ward 4 - Pct. 1 Siebert School, 5700 1014 E. Ashman Both precincts, Lee Township Hall, Ward 1 - Pct. 3 VFW, 3013 Bay City Siebert (Dilloway at Siebert) Ward 4 - Pct. 2 Adams School, 1005 Corner of 9 Mile and Olson roads. Road Lincoln Township Ward 1 - Pct. 4 Davenport University, Adams (Washington at Adams) Lincoln Township Hall, North of Ward 4 - Pct. 3 Adams School, 1005 3555 E. Patrick Road Town Hall on Hope Road. Ward 1 - Pct. 5 VFW, 3013 Bay City Adams (Washington at Adams) Midland Township Wa r d 4 - P c t . 4 Je f f e r s o n Road Midland Township Hall, 1030 Ward 1 - Pct. 6 VFW, 3013 Bay City Intermediate, 800 Chapel Lane (Off Poseyville Road. Dilloway next to Siebert School) Road Ward 4 - Pct. 5 Siebert School, 5700 Wa rd 2 - P c t . 1 Ce n t ra l Pa r k Mills Township Mills Township Hall, East Shearer Siebert (Dilloway at Siebert) Elementary, 1400 Rodd. Ward 5 - Pct. 1 MCESA, 3917 and Jefferson roads. Wa rd 2 - P c t . 2 Ce n t ra l Pa r k Jefferson Ave. Elementary, 1400 Rodd. Mount Haley Township Ward 5 - Pct. 2 Plymouth School, Mount Haley Township Hall, Homer Wa rd 2 - P c t . 3 Ce n t ra l Pa r k and Freeland roads. 1105 E. Sugnet Elementary, 1400 Rodd. Ward 5 - Pct. 3 Chestnut Hill School, Ward 2 - Pct. 4 City Hall, 333 W. Porter Township 3900 Chestnut Hill Drive Ellsworth Porter Township Hall, LaPorte and Ward 5 - Pct. 4 Chestnut Hill School, S. 9 Mile roads. Ward 3 - Pct. 1 Woodcrest School, 3900 Chestnut Hill Drive 5500 Drake (Drake near Dilloway) Warren Township Wa r d 5 - P c t . 5 N o r t h e a s t Ward 3 - Pct. 2 Calvary Baptist Warren Township Hall, Geneva and Intermediate, 1305 E. Sugnet Church, 6100 Perrine Road. W. Baker roads.

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Government: Township Meetings

The new Lee Township board meets for its first meeting, following a vote to recall two incumbents, on Monday, May 9, 2022 at the Township Hall. (Tess DeGayner/Midland Daily News) Edenville Township Meets second Tuesday of the month (except July) at 7 p.m. at Swanton Memorial Center, 6460 N. Water Road, Edenville. Geneva Township Meets second Tuesday of month at 7 p.m. at township hall, 3146 W. Barden Road, Coleman. Greendale Township Meets second Tuesday of month at 7 p.m. at township hall, 4750 W. Isabella Road, Shepherd. Homer Township Meets third Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. at township hall, 522 N. Homer Road, Midland. Hope Township Meets second Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at Hope Township Hall, 5244 N. Hope Road. Ingersoll Township 52

Meets second Monday of month at 7 p.m. at township hall, 3026 S. Sasse Road. Jasper Township Meets second Tuesday of month at 7:30 p.m. at township hall, 5595 W. Kent Road, St. Louis. Jerome Township Meets second Wednesday of month at 7 p.m. at township hall, 737 W. Beamish Road, Sanford. Larkin Township Meets second Tuesday of month at 7 p.m. at township hall, 3016 N. Jefferson Road. Lee Township Meets second Monday of month at 7 p.m. at township hall, 1485 W. Olson Road, Midland. Lincoln Township Meets second Tuesday of month at 7 p.m. at township hall, 1882 N. Hope

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Road, Midland. Midland Township Meets second Wednesday of month at 7 p.m. at township hall, 1030 Poseyville Road, Midland. Mills Township Meets second Tuesday of month at 7 p.m. at township hall, 3480 E. Shearer Road. Mount Haley Township Meets second Monday of month at 7 p.m. at township hall, 3012 S. Homer Road, Merrill. Porter Township Meets first Wednesday of month at 7 p.m. at township hall, 4029 S. Nine Mile Road. Warren Township Meets third Monday of month at 6:30 p.m. at township hall, 4506 W. Baker Road, Coleman.

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Government: Township Officials GLADWIN COUNTY Beaverton Township Supervisor, Tim Mickler, 989-4290293. Clerk, Katery Stoike, 989-435-9236. Treasurer, Luann Domako, 989435-9621. Bentley Township Supervisor, Bradley E. Neumeyer II, 989-879-4659. Clerk, Kristie Resmer, 989-313-7881. Treasurer, Sharon Roy-Krahner, 989-879-4017. Billings Township Supervisor, Timothy Mester, 989435-8430, ext 1. Clerk, Linda McSweyn, 989-4358430, ext 2. Treasurer, Len Pytlak, 989-435-8430, ext 3. Bourret Township Supervisor, Tony Marshall, 989343-9996. Clerk, Lisa Ball, 989-701-2770. Treasurer, Ruth Fournier, 574-2659706. Buckeye Township Supervisor, Kevin Van Tiem, 989435-2553. Clerk, Charity Longstreth, 989-4352418. Treasurer, Elizabeth Looker, 989426-7280. Butman Township Supervisor, Dan Gonzalez, 989426-4351. Clerk, Alayna Alexander, 989-4264351. Treasurer, Susie Ruppert, 989-4264351. Clement Township Supervisor, Karon Hoffman, 989345-3915. Clerk, Eric House, 989-345-3915. Treasurer, Carolyn Ochab, 989-3453915. Gladwin Township Supervisor, Robert Weaver, 989426-9667. Clerk, Kristie Simrau, 989-426-9135. Treasurer, Jodie Klamer, 989-4265786. Grim Township Supervisor, Andy Schneider, 989965-3448. Clerk, Linda O’Dell, 989-907-9252. Treasurer, Linda Lyons, 989-84654

Guests applaud after Midland Mayor Maureen Donker delivers the 2022 State of the City address Wednesday, March 23, 2022 at the Great Hall Banquet & Convention Center. 6005.

Grout Township Supervisor, Jim Shea, 989-965-4651. Clerk, Anna Auer, 989-965-4651. Treasurer, Melody Hill, 989-4260736. Hay Township Supervisor, Mark Mudge, 989-4261821. Clerk, Sandra Priemer 989-4261821. Treasurer, Diane Kludt, 989-4261821. Sage Township Supervisor, Renee Zelt, 989-2463112. Clerk, Laura Flach, 989-246-3112. Treasurer, Janet Smith, 989-2463112. Secord Township Supervisor, Joel Vernier, 989-4267445. Clerk, Maria Alward, 989-426-7445. Treasurer, Kathie Hart, 989-4267445.

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Sherman Township Supervisor, John Jurgensen, 989426-7544. Clerk, Kay Whelen, 989-426-4218. Treasurer, Jean Jurgensen, 989-4267544. Tobacco Township Supervisor, Craig Bergman, 989435-2774. Clerk, Shelly Brubaker, 989-4354525. Treasurer, Judy Wyse, 989-435-7174. MIDLAND COUNTY Edenville Township Supervisor, Terrance Hall, 989-6893655. Clerk, Anedra Lewis, 810-394-0226. Treasurer, Karen Carey, 989-6893655. Geneva Township Supervisor, Josh Murray, 989-6150141. Clerk, Carole Murray, 989-465-9938. Treasurer, Nancy Robison, 989-4656815. Continued on page 55

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State Sen. Jim Stamas presents a wreath during a ceremony at the Midland County Veterans Memorial on Monday, May 27, 2019 in Midland. (Katy Kildee/kkildee@mdn.net) Continued from page 54 Greendale Township Supervisor, R. James Leviere, 989317-3337. Clerk, Ruth J. Knapp, 989-317-3337. Treasurer, Juanita Seckinger, 989513-7091. Homer Township Supervisor, Russ Varner, 989-6314399. Clerk, Todd Lee, 989-631-4399. Treasurer, Sandra Turk, 989-6314399. Hope Township Supervisor, Rita Goul, 989-6890322. Clerk, Carol Coyle, 989-689-5158. Treasurer, Starleen Eddy, 989-6895549. Ingersoll Township Supervisor, Kim Heisler, 989-7518397. Clerk, Mary Ellen Keel, 989-6955200. Treasurer, James Terwillegar, 989835-8009. Jasper Township Supervisor, Carmen Bajena, 989492-4047.

Clerk, Jackilynn Colthorp, 989-4881575. Treasurer, Carol Aldrich, 989-6813312. Jerome Township Supervisor, Mike Wood, 989-4884578. Clerk, Gil Bernier, 989-488-4578. Treasurer, Laura Grubaugh, 989488-4578. Larkin Township Supervisor, Maria Sandow, 989835-6399. Clerk, Lisa Benter Rich, 989-8356399. Treasurer, Kathy A. Moe, 989-8356399. Lee Township Supervisor, Doug Kruger, 989-8372874. Clerk, Laura Dawson, 989-832-2874. Treasurer, William H. Stewart, 989832-2874. Lincoln Township Supervisor, Kevin L. Wray, 989-3742220. Clerk, Mark Trinklein, 989-3742220. Treasurer, Joy Sczepanski, 989-3742220. Midland Township

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Supervisor, Terry Holt, 989-8358866. Clerk, Shelly Armstrong-Miller, 989835-8866. Treasurer, Mark Radosa, 989-8358866. Mills Township Supervisor, Ron Kutchey, 989-8323500. Clerk, Kim Sweet, 989-948-3992. Treasurer, Sara Pitch, 989-689-5097. Mount Haley Township Supervisor, Ken Brown, 989-8590480. Clerk, Karen Radosa, 989-835-1289. Treasurer, Leonard Breasbois, 989643-6703. Porter Township Supervisor, Thomas Corbat, 989928-8079. Clerk, Marianne Corbat, 989-8425695. Treasurer, Pam Garcia, 989-8322069. Warren Township Supervisor, Denny Allen, 989-6150523. Clerk, Linda S. Anthony, 989-4651894. Treasurer, Dawn Clark, 989-9481508. 55

Retail: Places to Eat and Drink

Evan Sumrell, left, Lisa Kuznicki, right, and their son Stanley, center, pose for a portrait Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2020 inside Aster, the family’s new farm-to-table restaurant located at 134 Ashman St. in downtown Midland. (Katy Kildee/kkildee@mdn.net) Midland A&W: 1514 Washington St., 8323811. Alex’s Railside Restaurant: 6800 Eastman Ave. in the Midland Mall. Amazing Deli: 134 Main St., 8377278. Antonio’s Bar & Grill: 1716 W. Wackerly St., 259-7299. Applebee’s: 6911 Eastman Ave., 631-5940. Arby’s Roast Beef: 1510 S. Saginaw Road, 835-3851 and 7019 Eastman Road, 839-4088. Aster: 134 Ashman St., 989-7507101. Aviator Cookie Company: 230 E. Main St., 989-486-1178 Basil Thai Bistro: 416 Ellsworth St., 486-9390. Big Boy Restaurant: 1513 S. Saginaw Road, 631-1059. Big E’s Sports Grill: Holiday Inn, 810 56

Cinema Dr., 794-8500. Biggby Coffee: 957 S. Saginaw Road, 486-3384; 6615 Eastman Road, 989486-1186 Bob Evans Restaurant: Eastman Ave., 839-8351. Boomerang Coffee Lounge: 128 Ashman Circle, 989-486-1630, Bone Daddy’s BBQ: 1900 S. Saginaw, 388-1112. Boulevard Lounge: 316 S. Saginaw, 832-5387. Buffalo Wild Wings Grill & Bar: 6728 Eastman Ave., 633-9464. Burger King Restaurant: 2029 S. Saginaw, 631-9030- 6730 Eastman Ave., 631-7303. Café Zinc: 111 W. Main St., 837-6030 China Palace: 1908 S. Saginaw Road, 832-3177. Cinnamon Indian Cuisine: 225 W. Wackerly St., 750-7521. Clarence’s Smokehouse at the Dish:

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601 S. Saginaw, Coffee Chaos: 6201 Jefferson Ave., 835-6401. Cottage Inn Pizza: 983 S. Saginaw, 486-9800. Crepes et Amis: 130 Townsend St., 486-3120 Culvers: 7320 Eastman Ave., 8357601. Dairy Queen: 917 S. Saginaw, 4863663. Decker’s Lounge: 402 E. Ellsworth, 835-7592. Domino’s Pizza: 2804 Rodd St., 8327719. Entre Amigos: 2600 N. Saginaw Road, 832-6348. Espresso Milano: 137 Ashman St., 832-3222. Firehouse Subs: 7215 Eastman Ave., 631-3800. Fuji Sushi: 1512 Joe Mann Blvd., 839-6868. Genji Midlan: 2929 S. Saginaw Road, Continued on page 57

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The Grove Tea Lounge celebrates its one year anniversary with a ribbon cutting along with the Midland Business Alliance Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2020. (Katy Kildee/kkildee@mdn.net) Continued from page 56 Molasses Smokehouse + Bar: 201 E. 1623. Jimmy John’s: 1916 S. Saginaw Road, Main St., 486-9730 495-6000 Noodles & Company: 7007 Eastman 837-1000. Ghengis Khan Mongolian BBQ: 5010 Kentucky Fried Chicken: 1601 N. Ave., 495-2520. Bay City Road, 496-2288. Old Chicago Pizza and Taproom: Saginaw Road, 832-2232. Gimmicks, Valley Plaza Resort: 5021 Lanny Restaurant: 4312 N. Saginaw 6603 Eastman Ave., 499-7979. Bay City Road, 496-2037. Olive Garden: 6803 Eastman Ave., Road, 486-9530. Golden Buffet: 979 S. Saginaw, 633L a s k o ’ s R e s t a u r a n t : 1 3 0 1 832-8128. 9888. O’Macron: 128 Townsend St., 989Washington St., 486-9450. Good Time’s Pizza: 4006 Jefferson Little Caesar’s Pizza: 1840 N. 486-3180. Ave., 839-0400. ONe Eighteen: 111 W. Main St., Saginaw Road, 832-7961, and 1114 S. Gourmet Cupcake Shoppe: 1908 S. Saginaw Road, 631-3273. inside the H Hotel. 989-633-6099, Saginaw Road, 631-4103. Panda Express: 6902 Eastman Ave., Live Oak Coffeehouse: 711 Ashman Grand Traverse Pie Company: 2600 St., 423-1800. 372-8320. N. Saginaw Road, 839-4872. Panera Bread: 6707 Eastman Ave., Long John Silver’s Seafood: 1210 Grape Beginnings Winery: 244 E. Patrick Road, 835-2500. 835-5639. Main St., 486-9569. Papa John’s: 1520 N. Saginaw Road, M’s Cafe: 5103 Eastman Road, 835Gratzi: 120 E. Main St., 888-456- 1781. 837-7272. 3463. Pi’s Asian Express: 5015 Eastman Mancino’s Pizza & Grinders: 301 S. Grove Tea Lounge: 2405 Abbott Saginaw Road, 631-1200. Ave., 832-8000. Road, 989-486-1839. Pi’s Chinese Restaurant: 1815 S. Maru Sushi & Grill: 715 E. Main St., Jet’s Pizza: 203 W. Wackerly, Suite 633-0101. Saginaw Road, 832-5848. A, 633-9999. Pizza Baker: 240 E. Main St., 989McDonald’s Restaurants: 601 Waldo Honeybaked Ham: 221 W. Wackerly, Ave., 495-0165; 4925 Eastman Ave., 486-1898. 835-4267. 832-1715; 1711 S. Saginaw Road, 832Pizza Dude Brick Oven: 4328 N. Hungry Howie’s: 425 S. Saginaw 5932. Saginaw, 486-9670. Road, 837-2636. Midland Brewing Company: 5011 N. Pizza Hut: 1516 N. Saginaw Road, Idli Dosa: 6811 Eastman Ave., 486- Saginaw Road, 631-3041. 839-9935.

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C A beef taco with house-made pico de gallo, front, is one of several tacos on the menu of the newly opened Proper Taco at 139 Ashman Street in downtown Midland. (Katy Kildee/kkildee@mdn.net) Continued from page 57 Pizza Sam’s: 102 W. Main St., 6311934. Pop-Pop’s Gourmet Treats: 136 Ashman Cir. 486-9601. Poppy’s Place: 579 E. Isabella Road. 486-8254. Populace Coffee: 140 Ashman St. Proper Taco: 139 Ashman St., 4863780. Qdoba Mexican Grill: 6912 Eastman Ave., 837-2600. Rally’s Hamburgers: 2020 S. Saginaw Road, 631-4681. Rancheritos Mexican Grill: 405 E. Main St., 989-486-8265. Shier’s Deli and Catering: 2218 N. Saginaw, 832-3354. Stacker Grill: 4312 N. Saginaw Road, 631-8646. Starbucks Coffee: 7201 Eastman Ave., 631-2472. 58

State Street: 715 E. Main St., 8371221. Stranded Yarn & Cof fee: 132 Ashman Circle, 941-7685. Subway: 1900 N. Saginaw Road, 832-5758; 2009 S. Saginaw Road, 4869219; Midland Mall, 835-4558; 3520 Isabella St., 839-0508. Also located inside Walmart. Taco Bell: 2038 N. Saginaw Road, 835-4850; 1810 S. Saginaw Road, 6310590; 7340 Eastman Ave., 488-6496. The Creek Grill: 1259 Poseyville Road, 486-3717. The H: 111 W. Main St., 839-0500. Offers three culinary venues. One Eighteen features a fine dining experience. Cafe Zinc is a casual dining restaurant. Oxygen, O2 is a bar area. The Original Tony’s: 2111 S. Saginaw Road, 839-8560. The Taste of Midland: 3001 S.

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Saginaw Road, 989-486-1488. The Wheel House American Grill: 2909 Bay City Road, 496-2900. Three Bridges Distillery and Taproom: 240 E. Main St., Unit A, Midland. (989) 423-1533. Tim Hortons: 2003 S. Saginaw, 8329955. Tropical Smoothie Cafe: 985 S. Saginaw Road, 835-2533; Eastlawn Center, 985 S. Saginaw Road, 835-2533. Villa D’Alessandro: 801 E. Wackerly, 631-3821. Adjacent to Tuscany Banquet Hall. Wendy’s Old Fashioned Hamburgers: 1612 S. Saginaw Road, 835-2880. WhichCraft Taproom: 124 Ashman St., 832-3395. YaYa’s Flame Broiled Chickens: 1409 S. Saginaw Road, 835-2882. Zitoo: 6800 Eastman Ave., inside Midland Mall. 837-5501 Coleman

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A burrito supreme with beef is served at The Taste of Midland. (Victoria Ritter/Midland Daily News) Continued from page 58 Leah’s Korner Kafe: 300 E. Railway, 465-6711. Subway: 5426 N. Coleman Road, 465-9981. The Pizza Man: 115 N. 4th, 465-1142. Sanford Red Oak Family Restaurant: 322 W. Saginaw Road, 687-5501. Jack’s Hometown Pizza: 245 W. Saginaw Road, 687-7713 Sanford Lake Bar & Grill: 3770 Bailey, 687-5620. Taco Universe at Black Creek: 3305 N. River Road, 941-0008 Auburn Bobbie’s Pizza: 507 W. Midland Road, 662-6160. Burger King: 4907 Garfield Road, 662-2530. LaPizza: 709 W. Midland Road, 6624491. McDonald’s: 4885 Garfield Road, 662-2431. O’s Pub & Grill: 123 Midland St., 266-3148.

Nori’s Restaurant: 963 W. Midland Road, 266-3285. Bay City Berger’s Family Restaurant: 6387 Westside Saginaw Road, 686-0224. Bier Garten: 8 State Park, 684-1331. Brooklyn Boys, The “Real Italian” Pizzeria: 612 E. Midland St., 894-5560. Costela Brazilian Steak House: 110 Uptown Dr., 778-2640. Cracker Barrel Old Country Store: 2854 E. Wilder Road, 671-9905. Fusion 1 Cafe: 813 Saginaw St., 891-0551. Gatsby’s Seafood & Steakhouse: 203 Center Ave., 922-5556. Grampa Tony’s Restaurants: 1108 Columbus Ave., 893-4795. Krzysiak’s House Restaurant: 1605 Michigan Ave., 894-5531. Latitude 43 Bar & Grill: 1013 N. Henry St., 391-9868. Lucky’s: 615 E. Midland St., 8959005. Lumber Barons and Stables: 804 E. Midland St., 894-0400. Mulligan’s Pub: 109 Center Ave.,

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839-4555. Nino’s Family Restaurant: 1705 Columbus, 893-0691. Oasis Restaurant & Lounge: 1913 Kosiusko Ave., 893-4491. Old City Hall Restaurant: 814 Saginaw St., 892-4140. Old Tyme Broadway: 1602 Broadway, 892-1144. Real Seafood Company: 199 Uptown Drive, (888) 456-3463. Riverfront Grille: 1 Wenonah Park Place, 460-1700. Stock Pot Diner: 1007 Washington Ave., 893-9332. Tavern 101: 101 Center Ave., 7781431. Uno Pizzeria & Grill: 2795 E. Wilder Road, 684-8667. Vinny’s Pizzeria: 168 Uptown, 3221200 Vinny’s Uptown Grill: 3 E. Main, 439-1557 Vno: 512 E. Midland St., 460-0117. Wanigan Eatery: 1905 S. Wenona St., 892-8303. Wil-Lew Lounge: 3005 E. Midland

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Noodles & Company, 7007 Eastman Ave, Midland. Take-out, delivery. 989-495-2520. Hours: 11 am -8 pm Continued from page 59 Road, 684-9109. Beaverton Juicy Bone: 1476 Dale Road, 435-3287. Subway: 101 S. Ross, 435-7000. Freeland Burger King: 150 E. Washington St., 695-6001. Eudici’s Pizza: 184 Church, 695-5165. Freeland Dairy: 200 King, 695-2293. Hungry Howie’s: 15 S. Main, 6955700. Log Cabin Bar and Grill: 181 S. Main St., 695-5761. McDonald’s: 7374 Midland Road, 695-6083. Mountain View Restaurant: 4519 N. River Road, 781-6789. Pat’s Food Center Deli: 7620 Midland Road, 695-9821. Riverside Family Restaurant: 8295 Midland Road, 695-5563. 2nd Street Sports Pub: 274 Meyers, 60

695-6501. Subway: 7375 Midland Road, 6952105. Gladwin Burger King: 701 W. Cedar Ave., 246-1041. Camp Sports Bar & Grill: 5810 N. M-30, 426-6255. Chee Peng: 218 W. Cedar Ave., 4264451. Gladwin Family Diner: 711 N. Silverleaf, 426-8141 Kentucky Fried Chicken: 1179 E. Cedar Ave., 426-0139. Macks on Main: 101 W. Cedar Ave., 426-1784. McDonald’s: 1107 W. Cedar Ave., 426-6662. Mr. M’s Pizza & Lounge: 139 W. Cedar Ave., 426-5001. Pale Blue Smoking Co.: 500 W. Cedar Ave., 989-256-3343 Pizza Hut: 691 E. Cedar Ave., 4269091. Riverwalk Grill: 777 W. Cedar Ave., 246-9123.

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Subway: 346 W. Cedar Ave., 4261955. Sugar Springs Country Club: 1930 Sugar Springs Road, 426-9203. The Hearth: 1930 Sugar River Road, 426-9203. Saginaw Chili’s Grill & Bar: 4363 Bay Road, 797-4470. Famous Dave’s Bar-B-Que: 5665 Bay Road, 797-7675. Forbidden City: 4024 Bay Road, 799-9340. Har vey’s Grill & Bar: 3055 Tittabawassee Road, 401-4424 Hunan Restaurant: 3109 Bay Plaza Dr., 792-0303. Outback Steakhouse: 2468 Tittabawassee Road, 797-2319. Red Lobster: 4141 Bay Road, 7935250. Sullivan’s Food & Spirits: 5235 Gratiot Road, 799-1940. TGI Fridays: 2775 Tittabawassee Road, 497-8443.

Retail: Chambers of Commerce Auburn Area Chamber of Commerce: 301 W. Midland Road, Auburn, 6624001. Bay Area Chamber of Commerce: 812 N. Water, Bay City, 893-4567. Gladwin County Chamber of

Commerce: 608 W. Cedar, 426-5451. Midland Area Chamber of Commerce: 300 Rodd St., Ste. 101, 839-9901. S a g i n aw C o u n t y C h a m b e r o f Commerce: 515 N. Washington, Ste.

201, Saginaw, 752-7161. Sanford Area Chamber of Commerce: https://sanfordmichiganchamber. com, 687-2800.

Retail: Places to Stay When Visiting

The H Hotel is located at 11 W. Main St. in Midland. Auburn Econo Lodge Inn & Suites: 4955 S. Garfield, 989-662-7888 Midland Best Western Valley Plaza Inn: 5221 Bay City Road, 989-496-2700. Days Inn by Wyndham: 5217 Bay City Road, 989-496-0100 Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott: 506 E. Buttles. 989-631-7100. H a m p to n I n n by H i l to n : 6701 Eastman Ave., 989-837-4000. Holiday Inn Midland: 810 Cinema

Drive, 989-794-8500. NADA Hotel & Conference Center: Located at Northwood University at 4000 Whiting Dr. ,989-837-4284. Residence Inn by Marriott: 850 Joe Mann Blvd., 989-837-9990. Sleep Inn of Midland: 2100 W. Wackerly St., 989-837-1010. SpringHill Suites by Marriott: 800 Joe Mann Blvd., Midland, 989-8372700. The H Hotel: 111 W. Main St., 989839-0500. www.thehhotel.com

Twilight Motel: 4959 S. Saginaw Road, 989-496-3540. Gladwin All Seasons Inn: 78 E. M-61, 989426-5600. Rivertown Inn: 1220 E. Cedar Ave., 989-246-9130, www.rivertowninn.net Riverwalk Place: 777 Cedar Ave., 989-246-8000. Northwoods Motel: 5800 N. M-30, 989-426-4021. White Star Motel: 100 N. M-30, 989426-8940.

Retail: Cable Television The cable company serving the City of Midland is Charter Communica-

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Retail: Banks and Credit Unions BANKS Auburn Huntington Bank, 232, W. Midland, 662-4421. Independent Bank, 1004 W. Midland, 662-4403. Beaverton Huntington Bank, 190 S. Ross, 435-7721. Coleman Huntington Bank, 375 E. Railway, 465-6121. Freeland Huntington Bank, 230 N. Main, 695-2060. Freeland State Bank, 185 E. Washington, 695-5551. Gladwin Huntington Bank, 1016 E. Cedar Ave., 426-4547. PNC Bank, 235 W. Maple, 426-4511. Midland Comerica Bank, 201 McDonald St., 839-2266; 1616 N. Saginaw Road, 839-2254. Fifth Third Bank, 321 S. Saginaw, 839-4448. 1st State Bank, 400 Ashman St., 989-492-7500 Horizon Bank, 5710 Eastman Ave., 631-4280; 2910 Jefferson, 839-5252 Huntington Bank, 1709 N. Saginaw Road, 835-3444; 1000 S. Saginaw Road, 631-9155; 333 E. Main St., 839-5219; 310 E. Larkin St., 839-5219; 6711 N. Jefferson Ave., 839-5317. Isabella Bank, 2222 N. Saginaw Road, 832-6198; 210 S.

Saginaw Road, 631-5860. PNC Bank, 5200 Eastman Ave., 835-8787. Sanford Huntington Bank, 256 W. Saginaw, 687-5531. CREDIT UNIONS Auburn United Financial, 1026 W. Midland Road, 863-5232. Freeland Family First Credit Union, 6900 Midland Road, 989-695-5144 Frankenmuth Credit Union, 111 S. Main, 497-1600. United Financial, 7600 Midland Road, 863-532. Gladwin Members First Credit Union, 1291 W. Cedar Ave., 855-835-6328. Midland Dow Chemical Employees’ Credit Union,600 E. Lyon Road, 835-7794. Frankenmuth Credit Union,401 S. Saginaw, 989-497-1600. Members First Credit Union, 400 Dartmouth Dr., 855-835-6328; 600 W. Wackerly St., 855-835-6328. Wildfire Credit Union, 100 Joseph Dr., 249-8200.

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