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Jim Nigro is a retired McKay Press executive and former Greater Midland trustee, whose 11 years on the board included helping guide the organization through the building of the new Community Center. Greater Midland President and CEO Terri Johnson sat down with Jim to talk about his personal and professional journey, and how, since his Parkinson’s diagnosis, he has found a supportive community in the Rock Steady Boxing program.

Gratitude doesn’t have to be saved for holidays. Therapist Tad Hupfer, LMSW, shares simple ways to make it a daily habit that helps you stay grounded through life's ups and downs.

Wondering what to expect from Learn to Swim? Learn how classes are taught, how your child is placed by skill level and how to register.

The exploration of different sports – called "sampling" in sports science – is not only important for your child to learn what they love (and don't love) to do, it brings with it many other benefits that can help in all areas of their development.

Everyone wants their kids to get the right “fuel” to stay healthy and energized as the hectic fall schedule hits – but it’s easier said than done. The solution is to plan ahead, allowing you to choose nutritious items while removing the stress of last-minute meal assembly.

When your child struggles to get acclimated to water, it’s only natural to want to keep them comfortable. Fortunately, avoidance is not the only path. As we share here, kids can ease into the water in ways that are fun and encouraging, rather than stressful.

Greater Midland President and CEO Terri Johnson speaks with Tony Stamas about growing up in Midland, his journey in public service, and his continued passion for making our communities great places to live and work.

There's a certain kind of summer job that doesn't feel like work – one where you're outside, active, and genuinely having fun. For college and high school students, a counselor role at Greater Midland summer camps can be exactly that.

Greater Midland President and CEO Terri Johnson talks with Holly Miller, president and CEO of United Way of Midland County, who is fresh off a successful 2025 United Way campaign that met its goal and surpassed $4.4 million,

Today, the Greater Midland Tennis Center (GMTC) announces additional facility advancements through generous investments from community foundations, private donors, members, and the United States Tennis Association (USTA).

In conversation with Greater Midland President and CEO Terri Johnson, Paul Barbeau shares the role Greater Midland played in his decision to come to Michigan and get involved in our community, the different ways he sees Greater Midland as a force for positive change, and much more.

The Greater Midland Tennis Center (GMTC) is marking major milestones this summer: 50 years of serving the Midland community through Tennis, opening a new outdoor pickleball complex, and hosting their first National Pickleball Tournament.