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

Doug Coombe

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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Feature Story Masonic Temple exterior Arts and Culture

The Historic Masonic Temple raises the curtain for three local playwrights

Denyse ShannonThursday, August 24, 2023
Art was meant to be seen. To help local artists get their work in front of audiences, the Historic Masonic Temple created an incubator. This fall and winter, three locally-written plays will take the stage.
Partner Content AAoM held a back-to-school event at Corner Health in Ypsilanti on Aug. 16. Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

Health and wellness are the building blocks for a successful school yearAAoM helps little Michiganders with autism be prepared.

Autism Alliance of MichiganWednesday, August 23, 2023
Prioritizing children’s health and wellness is the first step toward ensuring they are prepared for a successful school year and able to fully participate in learning.
Feature Story Photo courtesy of Bay County Arts and Culture

Grassroots group works to keep the Bay County Community Center Pool afloat

Denyse ShannonThursday, August 17, 2023
Members of Save Bay County Community Center Pool are celebrating as the county commission considers the feasibility of re-opening the public pool. The county closed the pool in March, prompting the formation of the citizens group.  
Feature Story Kantzler list Kids and Education

Kantzler Fellowship gives SVSU students scholarships and real-world strategies for solving problems

Denyse ShannonThursday, August 17, 2023
Kantzler Fellowship program calls for students to identify problems, then devise and execute solutions  
Feature Story Wenonah Park list image Diversity

State money helps Wenonah Park take steps to improve access, safety, and appearance

Sarah SextonThursday, August 17, 2023
The state MEDC awarded the city park $900,000 to improve the park including measures to remove barriers for people with disabilities, enhance personal safety, and boost its appearance  
Longform Michigan's goal is to have the voluntary universal pre-kindergarten for 4-year-olds in place by 2027. Second Wave - MichiganKids and Education

PreK for All: Other states and cities share models for Michigan’s universal preschool program

Joanne Bailey-BoorsmaWednesday, August 16, 2023
A wealth of knowledge is available from other states and cities in building a universal preschool program for Michigan.  
Feature Story United Way Longest Table list image Diversity

All are welcome to take a seat at this table

Kathy RobertsThursday, August 10, 2023
The second annual Longest Table event, organized by the United Way of Bay County, aims to bring a diverse group of people together to share a meal and conversation
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Three businesses are growing, adding nearly 200 jobs to Bay County

Kathy RobertsThursday, August 10, 2023
Businesses are investing in expansions in Bay County, creating jobs and boasting the local economy
Feature Story Classroom Teacher list Kids and Education

Bigger paychecks, bonuses, and lifestyle are part of the plan for addressing the teacher shortage

Owen HowardThursday, August 10, 2023
Bay City Public Schools focuses on multiple factors to both attract talented teachers to the area and to keep experienced educators in the classroom
Feature Story Photo courtesy of Todd Michael Hall Arts and Culture

Todd Michael Hall, a Voice contestant and Saginaw native, brings metal music to Wenonah Park

Scott BakerThursday, August 3, 2023
Todd Michael Hall and Riot V bring award-winning metal music to Bay City on Fri., Aug. 4
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Habitat for Humanity Bay County set to break ground on first of four new ‘Missing Middle’ homes

Denyse ShannonThursday, August 3, 2023
Bay County Habitat for Humanity qualified for state money to help offset the expense of building affordable homes for middle-income families.
Feature Story Wenonah Park list image Arts and Culture

August Arts & Entertainment Roundup

Kathy RobertsThursday, July 27, 2023
There's still time before school starts to visit a new park behind the YMCA and near Uptown Bay City; catch a concert in Wenonah Park; or run along the Bay City State Park beach. 
Feature Story Actors Carol Sizer and Bill Klein rehearse "Memory of a Dance," a play about dementia commissioned by the Southwest Michigan-based Region IV Area Agency on Aging to spread community awareness of the experiences of people living with dementia. Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

PODCAST: Building more dementia-friendly communities

Patrick DunnWednesday, July 26, 2023
Many people living with dementia don't feel valued or respected in their communities. But some activists in Michigan are working to change that by creating dementia-friendly communities, where the general public better understands dementia and people living with dementia have more opportunities to engage in public life.
Feature Story Great Lakes Bay Health Centers logo Kids and Education

Great Lakes Bay Health Centers gearing up to open a health care clinic inside Central High School

Denyse ShannonThursday, July 20, 2023
The school-based clinic will be open to students in the district between 5 and 21 years old. Students will need parent permission to visit the clinic, which will offer primary care alongside mental health, vision, and dental services.  
Feature Story Photo courtesy of the Bay County Library System Kids and Education

Expanding your child’s reading, math, and science skills is a walk in the park

Kathy RobertsThursday, July 20, 2023
Bay County parks, libraries, and nature centers are filled with opportunities for education and fun. At many of the locations you’ll find signs giving instructions for making the most of the opportunity.
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The Jefferson Project moves closer to its goal of creating an art district in Downtown Bay City

Courtney SouleThursday, July 20, 2023
The Jefferson Project obtains key approvals and celebrates milestones. The Project opened a street market this summer, unveiled a sculpture garden, and is moving ahead on other components of the project.
Longform Early Education Matters, Second Wave - MichiganKids and Education

Pre-K for All will improve long-term health, education, and social outcomes for children

Estelle SlootmakerWednesday, July 19, 2023
Pre-K for All is really about ensuring that all Michigan children enjoy academic success.  
Feature Story Dr. Hank Paulson is a neurologist at University of Michigan Health and director of the Michigan Alzheimer’s Disease Center. Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

PODCAST: Inside the rapidly expanding field of dementia research

Patrick DunnWednesday, July 19, 2023
One of the most frustrating and scary things about dementia is that we still know breathtakingly little about it. But the medical community in Michigan, as in the rest of the U.S., is currently working at unprecedented speed to change that.
Partner Content Sensory rooms in doctor’s offices can improve the experience for ASD families. Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

Corner Health sensory room makes accessing healthcare easier for people living with autism

Autism Alliance of MichiganTuesday, July 18, 2023
For people on the autism spectrum, simple healthcare tasks such as routine vaccinations or annual check-ups can be a challenge. Sensory rooms are one way to overcome that challenge.
Feature Story Downtown Bay City list image Community Development

Downtown Bay City upgrades its aesthetic, giving the district and nearby neighborhoods a new vibe

Sarah SextonThursday, July 13, 2023
The Downtown Bay City Facade Program offers grants to help businesses beautify the district. The improvements raise property values, reduce blight, and boost the economy.   
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