Midland News and Announcements

City officials exploring ways to allow miniature pig in Midland

Roger the miniature pig might not be banned from the city of Midland afterall.

Midland Christian School to celebrate growth, anniversary Thursday

Midland Christian School will celebrate 50 years of providing hundreds of area students with a Christian education this week.

Midland Center for the Arts board appoints Hayes as CEO

Michael (Mike) D. Hayes has accepted the position of president and CEO of Midland Center for the Arts, effective Oct. 4. Hayes replaces William Henninger, who died in July.

Fire destroys Midland County residence in Greendale Township

The cause of a Monday morning house fire in Greendale Township is under investigation.

Midland school board OKs sinking fund projects, gets positive audit

The Midland Public Schools Board of Education on Monday approved $5.3 million in capital improvement projects to wrap up the final two summers of the 10-year "sinking...

Mid Michigan Community College's barbecue tops $20,000

More than 2,200 people attended Mid Michigan Community College's 18th annual Barbecue and Fall Festival.

Portion of Sweebrier Terrace in Midland closed for sewer repairs

Sweetbrier Terrace from Lawndale Drive to approximately 500 feet north on Sweetbrier Terrace is closed for sanitary sewer repairs.

Clark to speak at Focus on Life dinner

The Rev. Paul M. Clark will be guest speaker at this year's Focus on Life dinner hosted by the Midland County chapter of Right to Life on Sept. 30. The event begins at 5:30...

'Iron Jawed Angels' screening set Sept. 29 at history museum

A film based on the true story of the fight for women's suffrage will be given a free showing Sept. 29 at the Herbert Doan Historical Museum in Midland.

Larkin Township home destroyed in fire

Larkin Township firefighters responded to two house fires over the weekend, the first of which destroyed a manufactured home. The second involved a small explosion.

Dow Chemical Co. Honor Flight celebrates Texas retiree WWII veterans

Retirees of The Dow Chemical Co.'s Texas Operations who served in World War II traveled to the nation's capital Monday as part of a Dow Honor Flight.

It's 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...

Injury accidents

The following personal injury accidents recently were reported to local law enforcement agencies:

Fire calls

The following list compiles reports from the City of Midland Fire Department, by 24-hour shifts timed from 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. Station 1 is located at 816 E. Haley St.; Station...

The Pink Fund bringing piggy bank campaign to Midland to aid breast cancer support

A fund to help people going through breast cancer treatment make it through difficult financial times is coming to the Midland area.

A (Racing) Tradition

The year was 1960. James Terrill was 16-years-old with a lead foot. As he revved his engine he quickly looked at his opponent in the eye.

Stories you may have missed in the Daily News

Monday

Howl-A-Day expo a celebration of all things canine

Amid the yelps and wagging tails, dogs of all varieties and their owners took in all things canine.

DCECU raises more than $25,000 for United Way

Dow Chemical Employees' Credit Union raised $25,147 for United Way of Midland County's 2010 campaign.

East Ashman Street project continues in city

The following road projects and closures are planned by the City of Midland, Midland County Road Commission and Michigan Department of Transportation.

Industrial spotlight: Dow Kokam among projects on White House highlights list

The Dow Kokam Midland Battery Park is among the projects highlighted the White House's recent "100 Recovery Act Projects That Are Changing America" report.

Five Eagle Scouts from troop honored

Five Boy Scouts from Troop 768, chartered to St. Brigid Church, recently became Eagle Scouts. They are Ethan Kneibel, Alex Leigeb, Bryan Mazor, Jon Rabine and Matt Rabine.

October and November- dangerous months for deer/vehicle crashes

October and November are the two most dangerous months in Michigan for deer/vehicle crashes. Vehicle/deer crashes can cause more than just damage to the outside of the vehicle....

Group kicking off fundraising efforts to repair Tobico Towers

BAY CITY – Up until a few years ago one of the most famous features of the Bay City State Park was its pair of wooden observation towers.

Morey Cancer Center celebrates fifth anniversary

Central Michigan Community Hospital celebrated the fifth anniversary of the Norval K. Morey Cancer Center and the second annual Survivor's Day Thursday in Mount Pleasant....

Camp's policies in new 'Pledge to America'

House Republicans' new "Pledge to America," a document outlining their governing priorities, contains several policy initiatives authored by Congressman Dave Camp,...

Solar shingle facility gains Renaissance Zone

The Dow Chemical Co. gained state approval for a 15-year, 155.5-acre Renewable Energy Renaissance Zone in Midland that will be the home to its DOW POWERHOUSE Solar Shingle...

Northwood University issues a response to Taylor’s lawsuit

 Northwood University has responded to a wrongful termination lawsuit filed by ex-men’s basketball coach Bob Taylor, saying a number of his claims are “unduly...

Northwood Circle K hosting mud volleyball tourney Friday

Northwood University’s Circle K is hosting a mud volleyball tournament Friday at 1 p.m. to raise money for UNICEF.

Dow Chemical’s future solar shingle facility gains state Renewable Energy Renaissance Zone

The Dow Chemical Co. gained state approval for a 15-year, 155.5-acre Renewable Energy Renaissance Zone in Midland that will be the home to its DOW POWERHOUSE Solar Shingle...

Norval K. Morey Cancer Center celebrating fifth anniversary today

Central Michigan Community Hospital is celebrating the fifth anniversary of the Norval K. Morey Cancer Center and the second annual Survivor’s Day today at 1221 South Drive...

House GOP leaders Include Rep. Dave Camp’s policies in new “Pledge to America”

House Republicans’ new “Pledge to America,” a document outlining their governing priorities, officially released today, contains several policy initiatives...

Chippewa Nature Center announces visitor center grand re-opening

Since late 2008, the Chippewa Nature Center Visitor Center has undergone a major renovation. On Oct. 28, it is set to re-open its doors at 3:30 p.m. with a ribbon cutting ceremony...

Crime Log

The following list includes reports from the Midland County Sheriff’s Office and the Midland Police Department.

Fire Calls

The following list compiles reports from the City of Midland Fire Department, by 24-hour shifts timed from 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. Station 1 is located at 816 E. Haley St.; Station...

Siren testing being conducted this afternoon

The Midland County Central Dispatch Authority advises siren testing will be conducted this afternoon.

Midland County efforts target growing opiate abuse

Local drug use statistics showing opiate abuse is a major Midland County problem and a new endeavor to deal with it were the focus of the September installment of Operation...

Rohm & Haas trial begins

PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- A lawyer for 31 people who lived near a northern Illinois chemical plant and contracted brain cancer told a jury this week that the plant dumped toxins into...

Storms leave more than 100,000 without power in state; Midland County hard hit

GRAND RAPIDS — Authorities say severe thunderstorms in Michigan downed trees and power lines, leaving more than 100,000 electric customers without electricity.

Turtle Sculpture auction set for tomorrow at 7pm at the H Hotel

As the summer months come to an end, so does the 2010 Totally Turtles Summer Sculpture Series in downtown Midland.

Hindu Temple planned in Saginaw

SAGINAW -- In the past, the 300 Hindu families living in the Tri-Cities area have had to travel to Flint for a place to worship. But that will soon change as the pieces are...

Fire calls

The following list compiles reports from the City of Midland Fire Department, by 24-hour shifts timed from 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. Station 1 is located at 816 E. Haley St.; Station...

Police News

Nationwide Prescription Drug Take-Back Day set for Saturday

Freeland elementary students plan Pinwheels For Peace

Midland bank robbery suspect requests special status

The 20-year-old man accused of robbing a Midland bank this summer has asked a judge to grant a special status that could leave him with a clean criminal record.

Fire Calls

The following list includes reports from the Midland County Sheriff's Office and the Midland Police Department.

3,800 Midland County customers still without power

Nearly 79,000 customers were without power across the state this morning, the result of severe thunderstorms packing wind gusts of up to 48 mph. In the midst of it all, Midland...

Midland County board elects wage freezes

Midland recognized as one of the 100 Best for young people

For the third year in a row, the Midland community has been named one of the nation's 100 best communities for young people.

Bill Schuette says he will revive 'cold' cases if elected

The parents of a man who was murdered in Flint four years ago said that Genesee County Prosecutor and Democratic candidate for Michigan Attorney General David Leyton, promised...