2026 Bay Commitment Group Photo

Never quit is the message from a Bay Commitment Scholarship alumnus to current students

Since 2008, the Bay Area Community Foundation has offered the Bay Commitment Scholarship to first-generation college students in Bay County pursuing a degree at either Saginaw Valley State University or Delta College.

ABC Greater Michigan invites community to grant wishes; make dreams come true for Make-A-Wish Michigan children

The Associated Builders & Contractors Greater Michigan chapter invites the community to be a part of the grant-wishing opportunity at the 39th annual Great Lakes Bay Regional Fundraiser on Friday, April 17.

A sure sign of Spring – Easter egg hunts and butterflies

From Easter egg hunts and bunny photo ops to brunch buffets and butterflies in bloom, early April is packed with family-friendly events across the Great Lakes Bay Region.

Affordable, quality childcare benefits families and boosts the local economy

When the United Way of Bay County invests in local childcare centers, it strengthens the safety net supporting working families.

AAUW’s Used Book Sale
AAUW Used Book Sale: Turning old books into new opportunities.

The AAUW Midland Branch’s spring Used Book Sale returns to Midland Mall April 24–26, with donation barrels available starting March 27. The longtime community fundraiser supports scholarships for local women and girls.

Woman and a Boy Reading Book Together
Bay-Arenac ISD event highlights everyday role adults play in early literacy

Parents, educators, and community partners explore how relationships, daily routines, and language-rich interactions help build literacy skills from birth.

A new view from the saddle: Midland Police introduce mounted patrol

Midland’s first-ever mounted patrol unit is bringing a quieter, more approachable form of policing to community events, creating new opportunities for connection.

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2026 Summer Camps in the Great Lakes Bay Region: Fun, learning, and adventure for kids of all ages

Area summer camps are gearing up to offer everything from outdoor explorations and sports to arts, music, and STEM activities.

Voices of Black Midland announces oral history series

A new discussion series from the Voices of Black Midland project invites community members to listen, reflect, and talk through the lived experiences of Black residents in Midland County.

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Fans pack Midland Mall as Comic Con returns for another year

The Midland Mall was packed with costumes, collectibles and crowds as Comic Con brought a weekend of pop culture and creativity to the community.

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