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Arts and Culture

Bay City shines bright like a diamond during the holiday season

Sam FitzpatrickThursday, December 15, 2022

Elaborate holiday displays fill Bay City with light and color, thanks to the work of local volunteers and business owners.

Kids and Education

A week in the life of a student at the Bay-Arenac ISD Career Center

Brady FalardeauThursday, December 15, 2022

Brady Falardeau, a senior at Bay City Central High School, spends several days a week in the Marketing & Management program at the Bay-Arenac ISD Career Center. Here, he provides a glimpse into his typical week.

Arts and Culture

No matter how you take your coffee, there’s always a tasty cup waiting for you in Bay City

Beth McKennaThursday, December 8, 2022

Bay City's coffee shops offer warm beverages and fresh baked goods alongside poetry readings and live musical performances.

Photo courtesy of the Bay County Library System

Arts and Culture

Crafters group at the library is a tight-knit bunch spinning a warmer winter for many

Kathy RobertsThursday, December 8, 2022

Knitters and crocheters meet inside three Bay County Library System branches to share tips, tricks, and enjoy each other’s company

Economic Development

Q&A with Magen Samyn, President & CEO of the Bay Area Chamber of Commerce

Kathy RobertsThursday, December 1, 2022

The Great Lakes Bay Region is in a time of leadership transition. This article is the seventh in an occasional series of Q&A articles with some of the new leaders in the area.

Economic Development

Q&A with Michael Bacigalupo, the Bay City Downtown Development Authority’s new Director

Sam FitzpatrickThursday, December 1, 2022

The Great Lakes Bay Region is in a time of leadership transition. This article is the eighth in an occasional series of Q&A articles with some of the new leaders in the region.

Arts and Culture

Q&A with Kevin Cole on his upcoming special, 'Cole in your Stocking,' at the State Theatre

Sam FitzpatrickThursday, December 1, 2022

Award-winning musician and Bay City native Kevin Cole promises to deliver a few unexpected holiday tunes to his show at the State Theatre this month.

Entrepreneurship

Difficult to pronounce but easy to recognize, the Owczarzak name means business in Bay County

Jen DoreThursday, December 1, 2022

For two generations, the Owczarzak family has been a part of the Bay County business community. Ambrose Sr. and Marie Owczarzak owned one bar. Today, their sons own three local eateries with a fourth restaurant to open in 2023.

Economic Development

Q&A with Kellie Rupp, the Bay City Downtown Management Board’s new Marketing Director

Sam FitzpatrickThursday, November 17, 2022

The Great Lakes Bay Region is in a time of leadership transition. This article is the sixth in an occasional series of Q&A articles with some of the new leaders in the area.

Diversity

Q&A with Annette Jeske, Executive Director of the Arc of Bay County

Kathy RobertsThursday, November 17, 2022

The Great Lakes Bay Region is in a time of leadership transition. This article is the fifth in an occasional series of Q&A articles with some of the new leaders in the area.

Entrepreneurship

Besom Apothecary offers spiritual healing as well as herbal teas and handmade items

Gabby RicupatiThursday, November 10, 2022

The shop opened up on Bay City’s West Side in mid-September. For now, it’s open mostly nights and weekends but the goal is to expand hours.

Economic Development

Michelle Judd joins MSBDC and Bay Future to help Bay County small businesses navigate challenges

Beth McKennaThursday, November 10, 2022

New consulting position created exclusively for Bay County residents who want to start, grow or improve their businesses.

Kids and Education

Project In the Stars, which helps Bay County teens in foster care, gets an assist from Just for Kids

Jennifer VeitengruberThursday, November 10, 2022

Both Project In the Stars and Just for Kids Charitable Organization strive to meet the needs of youth throughout the community, so it may come as no surprise that they teamed up to provide personal items for kids in foster care.

Arts and Culture

Marshall Fredericks Museum celebrates Native American History Month

Kathy RobertsThursday, November 3, 2022

Join the Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum in the next month to learn about Native American heritage. The museum celebrates Native American Heritage Month with educational program and exhibits through Dec. 17.

Economic Development

More than 20 nonprofit agencies received ARPA funds through Bay County and the Community Foundation

Thursday, November 3, 2022

American Rescue Plan funds are helping 22 local nonprofits recover from the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Sustainability

Bay City hopes to roll up its recycling numbers in 2023 with new wheeled carts

Jenny CromieThursday, November 3, 2022

If you live inside Bay City limits, changes are coming to the curbside recycling program. The city is distributing larger, wheeled bins and adjusting the pick-up schedule.

Entrepreneurship

Small business owner in Bay City donates over $25,000 worth of time and services to nonprofits

Jennifer VeitengruberThursday, October 20, 2022

After a decade of working for nonprofits, Brandon Strong, owner of Regent Floral & Mercantile, feels fortunate to be in the position to give back to the groups that support our state and local communities.

Kids and Education

Adult in training: Y program teaches teens to tackle taxes, budgets, voting, and more

Jennifer VeitengruberThursday, October 20, 2022

As schools have had to shift their focus heavily to academics, Almost Adulting, a new program offered at the Dow Bay Area Family YMCA, fills in the gaps when it comes to essential life skills.

Healthy Communities

Tour highlights success stories along the Saginaw River for a statewide audience

Kathy RobertsThursday, October 20, 2022

The Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund Board met in Bay City this week, so local officials took the opportunity to showcase recreation opportunities along the Saginaw River.

Entrepreneurship

Monitor Township printer relies on a unique workforce to build its business

Scott BakerThursday, October 13, 2022

A Monitor Township custom printing business relies on non-traditional sources to recruit its workforce. Then, it uses creative methods to retain talented people.

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The Bay City Players present "Enchanted April"

03/17/2023-03/26/2023

Bay City Players Theater

Two housewives are feeling lost in the shadows of their marriages and forgotten in the rush of the 1920s. They pool what money they have, ask two well-to-do, upper-class ladies to round out a vacation at a villa in Italy. Shows: March 17-19 & 24-26.

Garber High School presents "You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown"

March 23-26, 2022

Garber High School

Garber High School's production of "You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown" is March 23-25 at 7:30 p.m. and March 26 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $10 and may be purchased at the door or through the box offce at the high school. Info: www.garbermusical@e-hps.net

Midland Center for the Arts

"Legally Blonde - the Musical" at the Midland Center for the Arts

March 31-April 1, 2023

"Legally Blonde - The Musical" takes you from the sorority house to the halls of justice with Broadway’s brightest new heroine and, of course, her Chihuahua, Bruiser. Shows at 7:30 p.m. March 31 and April 1, 2023 and at 1 p.m. April 1, 2023.

The Bay City Players present "What a Swell Party: A Musical Tribute to Leeds Bird"

April 1, 2023

Bay City Players

The Bay City Players present "What a Swell Party: A Musical Tribute to Leeds Bird" on April 1. For times and ticket prices, visit the Bay City Players website or call (989) 893-5555.