<body><div><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=2qXHWl_0uw4xLvo00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=2qXHWl_0uw4xLvo00" width="960" height="1280" ><figcaption>Greg Dorrien (Photo provided)</figcaption></figure>After 37 years with the West Midland Family Center, Executive Director Greg Dorrien will soon call it a career.Dorrien announced his retirement on Monday but will remain in his position until Jan. 10, 2025, to give the board of directors time to hire a successor.“For 37 years, Greg has been a champion for the people of Midland County, and in particular, West Midland,” said Dave Parrillo, president of the board of the West Midland Family Center, which is located on M-20 in Greendale Township. “The center has grown during his tenure because he recognized and acted on the need to better serve community members. The center has also diversified its services during his tenure because he was always passionate about meeting the critical needs of each generation of the community. Greg's vision, leadership, and tireless efforts have positively transformed countless lives in our region. He will be missed and his legacy of service to help each community member TODAY to reach their full potential TOMORROW and will continue to be an inspiration to us all."Article continues below this adThe center celebrated its 50th anniversary on July 25, drawing hundreds of people for games, activities and refreshments.In addition to a variety of other programs, the center offers preschool, aquatics, senior services and a bowling center. </div></body>

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Dorrien to retire as West Midland Family Center executive director

After 37 years with the West Midland Family Center, Executive Director Greg Dorrien will soon call it a career. Dorrien announced his retirement on Monday but will remain in his position until Jan. 10, 2025, to give the board of directors time to hire a successor. “For 37 years, Greg...