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We’re continuing our Member Business Story series—this time with Bricks & Minifigs Midland, a unique shop that could’ve opened anywhere in the country, but chose to call Midland home. When Rebecca Moore and her family relocated to Midland, she never imagined that opening a LEGO-themed resale and retail shop would be her next chapter.

We're continuing our business profile series by highlighting Sean Haney, Mortgage Loan Officer at Dow Credit Union. Sean’s story is uniquely rooted in the Midland community—his credit union journey began long before he joined the team professionally. “I started my journey with Dow Credit Union at six months old,” Sean laughed.

From September 2024 through May 2025, WakeUp! Midland experienced remarkable growth—welcoming an average of 288 attendees per month, with four months exceeding 300 guests. This momentum reflects more than numbers; it showcases the strength of our region’s business community and the value of coming together. Each event offers unmatched exposure

The Midland Area Farmers Market has long served as a community gathering place, truly a destination, drawing thousands of residents and visitors each season to support local growers and small businesses. This potential project presents a transformative opportunity to secure a long-term, purpose-built home for the market—one that not only honors

The Midland Business Alliance (MBA) proudly celebrated a major milestone on Thursday, May 1, with the official unveiling of the newly renovated Carl A. Gerstacker Commerce Center — a reimagined space designed to support collaboration, innovation, and long-term community growth. The celebration event brought together local leaders, community members,

Investor Spotlight: Congratulations SPACE INC. on 30 Years of Business In this month’s Investor Spotlight video, we feature Kathie Fuce-Hobohm, Dealer Principal, and Paddy Hobohm, President of SPACE, INC. Celebrating 30 years in business, SPACE, INC. has grown into a leader in workplace solutions, helping organizations create functional and inspiring

Investor Spotlight: A Conversation with Spence Brothers In this month’s Investor Spotlight video, we feature Brian Keeler, Executive Vice President – PreConstruction at Spence Brothers. Brian reflects on the values that have guided Spence Brothers throughout their long history, along with the company’s ongoing work across the region. He

In this month’s Investor Spotlight video, we feature Pavel Konecny, President & CEO of Tri-Star Trust. Pavel’s journey to Midland began with a tennis scholarship at Northwood University, where he earned his MBA before building a successful career in finance. After serving as Corporate Treasurer at Chemical Bank, he joined Tri-Star Trust in

Planting a Legacy: Stacey Gannon and the Birth of Midland Blooms Midland Blooms began as a dream—one that took root in the mind of Betty Toller, chair of the Midland Beautification Committee, and grew into a beloved community tradition. In 1986, Betty shared her vision with a young and eager Stacey Gannon, fresh out of Leadership Midland, and

Chad Wilson on Midland Blooms’ Lasting Impact For Chad Wilson, General Manager at Midland Ford Lincoln Inc., Midland Blooms has been a part of the city’s identity for as long as he can remember. Since joining the dealership in 1998, he has seen firsthand how the floral corridor along Eastman Avenue shapes visitors' perceptions of Midland. "I