Half of U.S. families struggle to pay for diapers; Bay-Arenac Diaper Bank can help Read Article

Bay Commitment Scholars get the support they need to succeed at SVSU and Delta College Read Article

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Bay City physician named one of the top vascular surgeons in the nation Read Article

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Fishing tournaments reel in dollars, tourism, and community engagement for the region Read Article

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Bay City State Park renovations bring visitors and positive responses Read Article

Ashley Brown

Golden Girl: Pippa wags her tail and brightens spirits at Bay City Central High School Read Article

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Maplewood Park revitalization creates a community hub for a Downtown Bay City neighborhood Read Article

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Veterans finding community and help at a Downtown Bay City workshop and learning center Read Article

Ashley Brown

United Way and LiUNA volunteers weather the cold to feed hungry families in Bay and Arenac counties Read Article

Misty Barron

Farmers markets bloom in Downtown Bay City and Auburn Read Article

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Development News Jordan Dice is the owner of the Midland Mall. Catalyst MidlandEconomic Development

Midland Mall continues to see improvements through maintenance and fresh retailers

Carly LillardThursday, February 8, 2024
Profile Q & A with new owner of Midland Mall working to breath new life into the mall as retail stores close across the country.
Feature Story Golden Horizons Alzheimers list Healthy Communities

Training and support groups help caregivers and people living with dementia

Kathy RobertsThursday, February 8, 2024
The grant-funded Dementia Training Project allows Golden Horizons Adult Day Center to provide support and guidance for area caregivers. Funding for the project comes from Bay Area Community Foundation’s Alzheimer’s Fund.
Feature Story Home list Economic Development

If we build housing, economic development will come

Kathy RobertsThursday, February 1, 2024
Regional leaders gathered at SVSU to talk about the positive impact housing has on economic development. During the Housing Summit, they talked about successes in each area and exchanged information about public tools to help private developers.
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World-class trick-shot players are coming to Bay City for a championship tournament in February

Denyse ShannonThursday, February 1, 2024
Since 2000, the World Pool Association has recognized artistic pool as a legitimate cue sport. From Feb. 7-10, some of the best trick-shot pool players in the world will gather in Bay City.  
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Bay City-area teams were among the competitors at Snowfest 2024

Thursday, February 1, 2024
Local competitors were among the snow carvers at Zehnders Snowfest 2024 held late in January in Frankenmuth.
Partner Content The Grand Rapids location will expand AAoM’s Upbound Staffing employment program. Second Wave - MichiganCommunity Development

Upbound Staffing creates inclusive connections for employers and job seekers

Joseph GoralTuesday, January 30, 2024
Upbound Staffing helps prepare job candidates living with autism for all parts of a career search and assists businesses in making their work environments more inclusive.
Feature Story Kids Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

What do breastfeeding, sanitation, vaccines, and lead paint have in common? Public health.

Rylee BarnsdaleTuesday, January 30, 2024
Q&A with Norm Hess, executive director of the Michigan Association for Local Public Health.
Feature Story Boys in preschool Second Wave - MichiganDiversity

الأطفال في سن ما قبل المدرسة الذين يعيشون مع التوحد يستفيدون من التعليم المبكر بشكل كبير

Estelle SlootmakerTuesday, January 30, 2024
تحدثت "تهم التعليم المبكر" عن هذا الموضوع المهم مع هيذر إيكنر، مديرة التعليم على مستوى الولاية في تحالف التوحد في ميشيغان (AAOM) وأم لطفلين يعيشان مع التوحد.
Feature Story Boys in preschool Second Wave - MichiganDiversity

Por qué los preescolares con autismo se benefician de la educación temprana

Estelle SlootmakerTuesday, January 30, 2024
Early Education Matters habló sobre este importante tema con Heather Eckner, directora de educación estatal de la Autism Alliance of Michigan (Alianza para el Autismo de Michigan, AAOM) y madre de dos niños autistas.
Development News TV show list image Economic Development

Local real estate agent shines a spotlight on Bay County in an Emmy-nominated TV series

Kathy RobertsThursday, January 25, 2024
Ali Smith, local real estate agent, is part of The American Dream, an Emmy-nominated national television show highlighting lifestyle and real estate
Longform A Meals on Wheels Western Michigan volunteer makes a delivery. Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

Inflation, aging population, and loss of COVID funding impact Michigan Meals on Wheels programs

Estelle SlootmakerThursday, January 25, 2024
Many Meals on Wheels providers report that challenges have arisen as their client lists continue to grow thanks to an aging population, even as pandemic relief funding dries up.
Feature Story Ice hockey list Economic Development

One of hockey's biggest events faces off in the Great Lakes Bay Region in 2024

Carly LillardThursday, January 25, 2024
A 10-day hockey tournament set to take place in Saginaw will affect the entire Great Lakes Bay Region. Read more about The Memorial Cup in this Q & A with Jimmy Greene.
Longform The MALPH staff: Jodie Shaver, Vickie Johnson, Edward Witherspoon, Gwen Tithoff, and Norm Hess. Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

Michigan Association for Local Public Health helps build health across the state

Rylee BarnsdaleTuesday, January 23, 2024
Michigan Association for Local Public Health advocates for policies, initiatives, and collaborations that build health across the state and individually through trainings and workforce assistance.
Feature Story Boys in preschool Second Wave - MichiganKids and Education

Why preschoolers living with autism benefit from early education

Estelle SlootmakerTuesday, January 23, 2024
 Early childhood education presents a golden opportunity to set up  children living with autism for academic success.
Longform Melanie Brim, former president and CEO of the Michigan Health Council. Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

How can Michigan solve its growing health care workforce shortage?Nonprofit Journal Project

Estelle SlootmakerMonday, January 22, 2024
One study found that nearly all of the 36 Michigan health care occupations it analyzed are projecting workforce shortages between now and 2032. What can be done?
Feature Story Breaking Bread list Diversity

The Breaking Bread Village starts a conversation in Bay City

Thursday, January 18, 2024
In January, The Breaking Bread Village opened difficult conversations about societal expectations. The conversation continues in March and throughout 2024 in a series of live shows hosted in Downtown Bay City.
Longform Most of Michigan’s counties having childcare deserts, areas that have three or more families competing for one available childcare slot. Second Wave - MichiganCommunity Development

Regional organizations help determine the childcare landscape within their own communities

Joanne Bailey-BoorsmaTuesday, January 16, 2024
The East-Central Michigan Child Care Coalition is working on expanding childcare organizations, serve more parents, and lower costs to families.   
Feature Story recycling list image Sustainability

What’s in your bin? Bay City kicks off project to teach people what belongs in recycling bins

Denyse ShannonThursday, January 11, 2024
A state grant is funding a program to examine what people toss into curbside recycling bins. The city hopes educating the public about recycling will lead to reduced waste collection costs.  
Feature Story Snowy Day Arts and Culture

Winter is the time to celebrate with comfort foods, natural beauty, and local entertainment venues

Sarah SextonThursday, January 11, 2024
Whether you celebrate winter's beauty while walking on a trail near the Saginaw River or sipping a hot chocolate inside a warm, cozy restaurant, the Great Lakes Bay Region offers a variety of winter wonderland experiences.
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Bay-Arenac ISD Career Center links recent graduates to jobs

Denyse ShannonThursday, January 4, 2024
High school students are earning real-world experience in the skilled trades even before they graduate from the Bay-Arenac ISD Career Center  
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