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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.
Washington & Lyon Intersection Reconstruction Begins Sept. 14 as Midland Corridor Forward Advances
Beginning Monday, September 14, MDOT will implement temporary detours as crews begin reconstruction in the intersection of Washington St. and Lyon Rd.
Floats with Goats Hosted at the Library for Midland Neighboring Week
Join the Grace A. Dow Memorial Library in celebrating Midland’s Neighboring Week and enjoy ice cream floats and goats on the Library’s Lawn on Wednesday, September 30 from 5:30 – 7 p.m.
Upcoming Events at the Jack Barstow Municipal Airport During Midland Neighboring Week
Join the Jack Barstow Municipal Airport in celebrating Midland’s Neighboring Week with a series of fun, family-friendly activities and events at the airport, located at 2800 Airport Rd. Events will take place September 27 through October 2.
Attend the Michigan Tree Climbing Competition September 11 – 13
The Midland Parks and Recreation Department, in partnership with the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Michigan Chapter, is pleased to announce the 2026 Michigan Tree Climbing Competition will take place at Emerson Park September 11 – 13.
City Offices, Services Closed September 7 for Labor Day
All City of Midland offices, facilities, and non-emergency services will be closed on Monday, September 7 in observance of the Labor Day holiday.
MCTV Network Offers Media Creator Workshop September 9
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 by volunteering with MCTV.