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Denyse Shannon

As a feature writer and freelance journalist, Denyse Shannon has written professionally for over two and a half decades. She has worked as a contractor for daily and weekly newspapers, national and local magazines, and taught introductory media writing at her alma mater – Central Michigan University. She also holds a Master of Arts in journalism from Michigan State University. She and her husband live in Bangor Township and enjoy sailing on the Bay, and are avid cyclists.

Denyse Shannon's Latest Articles

Restoration work on the Frank N. Anderson Nature Trail removed tree branches that had pushed bumps into the paved pathway.
Hikers and bikers applaud the volunteers who repaired the Frank N. Andersen Nature Trail

Users are praising restoration work on the Frank N. Andersen Nature Trail. Over a half mile of the popular trail – focused on the stretch between Lauria Road and Mussell Beach Drive-In – underwent extensive repairs.

Pre-owned golf clubs make it affordable to enter the sport or upgrade your equipment. Encore Golf Supply also offers repair and re-fitting services.
Encore Golf Supply takes a swing at providing the region with affordable, pre-owned golf equipment

Encore Golf Supply opened its Monitor Township location in 2023. Since then, the business that focuses on selling pre-owned golf equipment, has steadily grown.

Wampum crosses the finish line in a Main & Jib race.
‘Family Fun Racing’ program sets sail to boost Saginaw Bay’s race scene

A new training initiative aims to teach sailors how to race on sailboats. The program hopes to get more people involved in races on the Saginaw Bay.

The Literacy Council provides the training and tools needed to work with children or adults.
Local literacy advocates say unplugging the phones and engaging with kids builds fundamental skills

The Region 5 MiFamily Engagement Center and the Bay-Arenac Great Start Collaborative offer several different ways parents and kids can connect while building key literacy skills. We promise that many of them will be fun for both kids and adults.  

The Bay County Soil Conservation Districted used a $39,000 grant to buy a compact drill. The new drill allows property owners to seed small plots of land, creating fields of wildflowers and habitats for pollinators.
New equipment helps plant wildflowers in order to draw in pollinators

The Bay County Soil Conservation District was awarded a $39,000 grant through EGLE to purchase a new No-Till Drill. The compact drill allows property owners to seed small plots of land, creating habitats for pollinators and filling otherwise unusable land with wildflowers.

While blood donations are needed year-round, many donors are unavailable in the summer due to travel plans. Consider donating now to make a difference.
Consider giving blood, you might just be someone’s type

Blood donations often fall off in the summer as people go on vacations. But the need for blood always exists. Versiti Blood Center has a number of options for people to donate all summer long.

When Tri City Motor Speedway opens in May for its 2025 season, new owners will be at the wheel.
New owners at Tri City Motor Speedway vow to honor tradition while revving up the future

The brothers who now own Tri City Motor Speedway, Klint and Kalvin Lewis, say the 2025 season will focus on providing thrilling races while building the audience, attracting drivers, and securing sponsors.  

For 20 years, Food of Faith Bay City-West volunteers have planned, prepared, and served meals to all who ask.
Bay County agencies are weaving a safety net for families facing food insecurity

Nearly half of us in Bay County struggle to afford food. In response, a network of local agencies provide crucial support for families facing financial insecurity.  

Bay City turns green with shamrocks and shenanigans this weekend

The Bay City St. Patrick’s Day weekend festivities include a parade, races, music, and, of course, green beer.  

Great Lakes Bay Health Centers recently announced plans for a new one-stop facility in Uptown Bay City.
Bay City health care gets a boost with school-based clinic, new facility in Uptown, and vision bus

Great Lakes Bay Health Centers recently opened a School-Based Health Center at Bay City Central High School. The agency also is building a facility in Uptown Bay City while making plans to offer mobile vision services here.  

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