Fishing tournaments are a great way to introduce visitors to the region – and bring in tourism dollars.

Drew Loomis, a property manager for MDL Companies, loves Bay City's outdoor dining, golf courses, and options for boating. He also loves that his job lets him help people find places here to call home.

Decaying buildings could hold the key to the community's future. A coalition of governments created a Brownfield Redevelopment Authority to attract private developers to Bay County.

After graduating from college, Alex Willett headed for the city lights. After a few years, though, he returned to his hometown to help run a family-owned business.

Traveling along M-25 gives you 150 scenic miles of Lake Huron coastline. You’ll see everything from quiet sand dunes and beaches to bustling downtowns and exuberant festivals.  

Birdwatching is an inexpensive hobby that adds enjoyment to time spent hiking and biking in the area’s nature preserves and parks. In Bay County, you can even spot raptors hunting in downtown.  

The Bay Area Chamber of Commerce is promoting a video around the state in a bid to showcase the community and entice visitors to come here.  

Downtown Bay City is set to welcome a unique new business to the area as The Shoot and Share Studio prepares to open this summer.  

Kayaks, canoes, or just a tube to float in are great ways to enjoy a day on the water. We’ll take you to three different venues in the Great Lakes Bay Region that will connect you with nature, exercise, and most of all — fun.