Michigan farmers embrace sustainable grazing methods
(11/21/23 5:00pm)
Over the past year, interest in sustainable farming practices has been gaining momentum among farmers across the state.
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'We're all one'
(11/16/23 9:09pm)
Mount Pleasant is home to a variety Native American businesses, such as Soaring Eagle Waterpark and Hotel, Sagamok Express Mobil and Cardinal Pharmacy. Something these businesses have in common besides being indigenous is that they are managed by Migizi Economic Development Center.
From the ground up
(11/23/23 5:00am)
HEMLOCK -- In five years, Tyler and Hannah Shepherd turned 14 acres of land into Shepherd Organic Produce & Poultry LLC, a United States Department of Agriculture-certified organic farm. As an organic farm, no synthetic fertilizers or pesticides are used on their products.
From rescue to release
(11/24/23 5:00am)
SHEPHERD -- While driving along South Coleman Road off of M-20, you may notice a few birds flying overhead. As you make your way through the wooded area, you’ll pass a wetland and a row of power lines and you might spot a small wooden overlook in the distance perfect for birdwatching.
‘The food is the heartbeat of our people’
(11/09/23 5:00am)
EDITOR’S NOTE: This article was edited to clarify that food insecurity is not a universally experienced issue among the SCIT.
Grand opening of the Mount Pleasant Pride Center
(10/28/23 4:32pm)
There are numerous LGBTQ+ spaces and clubs on Central Michigan University's campus. But what about for those off campus, who aren't in college yet or have already graduated?
From Roe to reproductive freedom: Michigan's response
(09/14/23 4:33am)
In Michigan, a pivotal legislative proposal has taken center stage with the progression of the Reproductive Health Care Act. This bill, which cleared the House of Representatives' Health Policy Committee Sept. 20. seeks to unravel longstanding laws that have placed restrictions on access to reproductive health care services, particularly abortion, within the state.
Village at Bluegrass terminates leases
(08/11/23 2:27am)
This is an ongoing story. Keep following cm-life.com for updates.
Acting as a bridge: delegates from the Chinese Embassy visit CMU
(08/10/23 4:19pm)
About 30 students, staff, faculty and administrators filled the Mackinaw Room at the Bovee University Center, Wednesday, to talk building and strengthening relationships with institutions of higher education in the People's Republic of China. They were taking the opportunity to hear from two of that nation's top educational leaders.
'When entertainment becomes a contest': 3rd annual local vocal competition
(08/09/23 9:30pm)
Grab your lawn chairs and pitch pipes, music lovers: A favorite musical contest is coming back to Island Park.
“We have to face it” City commission hears energy efficiency report
(07/26/23 6:02pm)
The Mount Pleasant City Commissioners started their Monday, July 24, meeting with a presentation from Central Michigan University student Mason Squillets-Peterson.
'It's always been journalism'
(07/26/23 10:31pm)
When Neil Blake was flipping through the National Geographic magazine, he wanted to take the same photos from the far places in the world. In high school, Blake learned that he loved photographing people.
City commissioners approve dealership buyout, hear from Department of Building Safety
(07/11/23 3:22pm)
During their first July meeting, held on Monday the 10th, the Mount Pleasant City Commission approved a contract buyout with Kraphol Ford & Lincoln.
Celebrating Black history with the June Jubilee
(06/23/23 6:56pm)
“Now is the time to make the real promises of democracy.
SHOP TALK: 'Helping people out, making their day' at Norm's Flower Petal
(06/14/23 10:13pm)
Among the restaurants, spas and shops of downtown Mount Pleasant, is a sweet-smelling shop called Norm’s Flower Petal. Part of the community for over 50 years, Norm’s is now run by the founder’s son, along with a long-time employee, Linda Vogel.
$1 Million grant kickstarts upgrades to Mount Pleasant town center
(06/07/23 3:45pm)
The city of Mount Pleasant has received a $1 million grant through the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC).
Sky is not the limit: drones soar in CMU curriculum and support
(06/06/23 12:23am)
As new technologies fill the marketplace, Central Michigan University students have opportunities to learn and get hands-on experience in drone operations.
Craft beer festival coming to downtown Mount Pleasant
(06/03/23 4:00am)
The Mount Pleasant craft beer festival is returning for its ninth year on June 10, 2023.
Michigan Special Olympics begins summer games at CMU
(05/31/23 8:23pm)
The Special Olympics Summer Games kicked off Wednesday morning, May 31. Athletes were welcomed into Theunissen Stadium at Central Michigan University for unified sports day ceremonies and the first of many competitions, bocce ball.
SHOP TALK: 'A community space' at Sleepy Dog Books
(06/01/23 4:00am)
In downtown Mount Pleasant, a cozy and bright bookstore fills an opening in the community. Sleepy Dog Books is owned and operated by Jenny and Riley Justis, and they recently celebrated the one-year anniversary of opening their doors.
