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City Hall Ellsworth St. Entrance Closed for Sidewalk Replacement Project Sept. 21 – Oct. 9
Midland City Hall will close its Ellsworth St. entrance from September 21 to October 9 for a scheduled sidewalk replacement project. During this time, residents should enter City Hall through the Larkin St. parking lot entrance.
Main Street Pedestrian Plaza Ends 2026 Season on September 28
On September 28, the DDA will begin removing outdoor dining, seating, and recreational amenities from The Commons Pedestrian Plaza. Main St., between Ashman St. and Rodd St., is expected to fully reopen to vehicle traffic and parking by October 1.
Call for Applications for Positions on City Boards & Commissions
Looking to make a difference in the Midland community? The City of Midland invites residents to apply for positions on one of the City’s boards and commissions.
Fall Used Book Sale at the Library October 9 - 11
The Friends of the Grace A. Dow Memorial Library will hold their Fall Used Book Sale from October 9 - 11.
Waldo Ave. Closure for Stormwater Improvement Project Extended to October 9
Waldo Ave. between Mark Twain Dr. and Whitewood Dr. will remain closed through Friday, October 9 for work related to the Lawndale Dr., Sweetbrier Dr., and Waldo Ave. stormwater improvement project.
Fall Free Yard Waste Collection Begins October 5
The City of Midland will offer Fall Free yard waste collection beginning October 5 through the remainder of the 2026 yard waste collection season. During this free period, 60-cent per bag stickers and annual yard waste bin stickers are not required.
Celebrate Neighboring Week with Parks and Recreation’s Scavenger Hunt September 21 - October 4
In celebration of Midland Neighboring Week, the Parks and Recreation Department invites residents to experience our community in a fun way and win prizes with the Neighbor Chase scavenger hunt September 21 - October 4.
Right of Way Inspector Bryon Peregord Recognized with City of Midland City Strive Award
The City of Midland is excited to announce that it has recognized Right of Way Inspector Bryon Peregord as its latest recipient of a City Strive Award.
MCTV Network to Broadcast High School Events this Fall
The Midland Community Television (MCTV) Network will partner with Midland Public Schools to live stream several upcoming high school sporting events for spectators to watch from the comfort of their homes.
Help Keep Waterways Clean and Debris-Free
As Midland moves into autumn, the City of Midland reminds residents to help keep our local waterways clean and free of trash and pollutants.
Time to Remove Decorations from Midland Cemetery
In preparation for the fall and winter months, families maintaining plots at the Midland Cemetery should remove annual flowers, artificial decorations and their receptacles from cemetery plots by October 1.
MCTV Network Offers Media Creator Workshop October 7
In a 3-hour workshop, attendees will learn how to get started with producing a TV show, creating an audio podcast, how to use professional video equipment and editing software, and how to serve their community.