Preserving Albion’s Charm- Downtown Development Authority Celebrates Façade Grant Success
The heart of Albion, the historic downtown district is filled architectural charm and iconic landmarks. To preserve and enhance this unique character, the Albion Downtown Development Authority (DDA) recently celebrated the successful completion of the 2023 Façade Grant projects. The program aimed to revitalize and maintain the city’s historic downtown by providing grants to deserving […]
“Fresh Food Always Tastes Better”- Supporting the Local Albion Farmer’s Market
The weekly community event of the Albion Farmer’s Market is an easily overlooked resource within our community. Albion Farmer’s Market is a great way to support local but also buy fresh produce to support healthy living. Not only is it convient that our Farmer’s Market is located right downtown in Stoffer Plaza, but it is […]
4-H Creative & Expressive Arts- the Student Perspective
4-H Creative & Expressive Arts has been a great opportunity for students in the Albion community for over 25 years, but what effect has it had on the students? There is a great love from the leadership for the program, but how do the students feel? I had the opportunity to talk with some of […]
The Restoration of a Family Home- The Unique Story of the Frost House
Built between 1867 to 1868, a two-story gable front house was built by and became home to Albionite R. J. Frost, a local shoemaker and businessman. Fast-forward 156 years; the home now belongs to C. J. Frost, R. J.’s great-great-grandson who is restoring the home to its full glory. Although not an original Albionite himself, […]
The Historic Bohm Theatre- More Than Just Movies
For the love of the Bohm! Nearly 10 years ago the beloved historic Bohm Theatre in downtown Albion was restored to its original glory. Now, it is a place that does so much more than show weekly movies. The Bohm is a place that can take you back in time with the beautifully restored interior […]
Keeping Our Community Beautiful- The Passion of Citizens to Beautify Albion
Have you ever wondered who cares for the beautiful flowers on the side of the roads in Albion? It may not be who you think it is. It is Citizens to Beautify Albion. Driven by the hard work of volunteers and members, President Juanita Solis-Kidder and Vice President Kay Knight gave some closer insights to […]
Donor Advised Funds at the Albion Community Foundation Awarded Six Different Grantees
At the Albion Community Foundation, there are dedicated funds created by donors that have advisors for the charitable actions that occur. During the second round of grants every year, the donor advised funds grant applied organizations. The established funds at the Foundation that granted applicants this past round include The Andersons Charitable Fund, MACI Youth […]
4-H Creative & Expressive Arts- The Opportunity of Learning
4-H Creative & Expressive Arts has been an opportunity for rising 6th to 12th graders for over 25 years in Albion, creating generations of youth impact. This program is an amazing opportunity for students to not only have an outlet to learn singing, dancing, and acting, but also acquire real life skills such as leadership, […]
Grant Recipients from the Albion Community Foundation’s Second Grant Round of 2023
In the second grant round of 2023 the James C. Kingsley Youth Fund, the Youth Advisory Committee Fund, and the Fund for Greater Albion at the Albion Community Foundation, all awarded funds. Each established fund at the Albion Community Foundation supports the Albion community in some way. The Kingsley Youth Fund is in honor of […]
Swingin’ at the Shell- The Mission and Passion Behind the Organization
Swingin’ at the Shell is approaching their 19th season of free summer concerts at Victory Park. With this, I talked with Stephanie Dobbins, Swingin’ at the Shell Board President, about the history of the organization and why she is passionate about its mission, as well as statements from other board members on the importance of […]