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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

Natural playscapes give kids the chance to have fun, nature-based experiences.
Educators offer parents tips for helping kids unplug, unwind, and keep learning this summer

While time spent on computers, tablets, and phones isn’t all bad, local educators encourage parents to limit how much time kids spend looking at screens. They also offer parents several tips for getting kids off the screens and into fun, low-cost activities.

After years of working from home and designing furniture for family and friends, Josh Hescott opened Hescott Design Co. on Third Street.
Woodworker and craftsman carries on family legacy at Hescott Design Co. in Downtown Bay City

After years of working from home and designing furniture for family and friends, Josh Hescott opened Hescott Design Co. on Third Street.  

Construction crews are still working to remodel Lux Off Washington, but tenants could move in later this summer.
An old motel near Downtown Bay City is getting new life as studio apartments

LRC Commercial Real Estate bought a two-story motel in Downtown Bay City in 2023. The company is turning the space into studio apartments for college students or young professionals.  

The Bay Heritage Quilters Guild mounts a quilt exhibit. In 2011, it took volunteers two days to set up this exhibit.
Quilting and herbs keep two local groups connected to Bay City’s heritage

Old Thyme Herb Society of Bay County and the Bay Heritage Quilters Guild keep historic skills alive and celebrate our past.

Graphic courtesy of the Saginaw River Marine Historical Society
Photographer and self-professed ‘boat nerd’ describes life aboard a Great Lakes freighter

Roger LeLievre, publisher of the annual “Know Your Ships” an annual guide to freighters that sail the Great Lakes, is the guest speaker at the Saginaw River Marine Historical Society on Sat., April 20. Admission is free and open to the public.  

Juvenile sturgeon ready for release. (Photo Credit: Alyssa German)
Sturgeon are making a comeback in the Great Lakes Bay Region

For nearly a decade, conservation organizations have been working to restore the sturgeon population in the Great Lakes

The United Way of Bay County is more than a fundraising agency. It also sponsors community-wide events, such as the Day of Caring and Wenonah Park Cleanup. (Photo courtesy of the United Way of Bay County)
Pride and community are at the heart of the Day of Caring and Wenonah Park Cleanup

With just a month go, the United Way of Bay County is nearing the limit of volunteers it can use for the annual Day of Caring and Wenonah Park Cleanup  

Bay City Central High School (Photo Credit: Doug Coombe)
Teen artists at Bay City Central and Western are producing work earning statewide honors

Teachers say the 2023-24 academic year was especially successful for kids in the arts programs  

Photo courtesy of the Antique Toy and Firehouse Museum
The first phase of restoration is complete on a century-old firehouse turned museum

Construction crews are turning their attention now to the interior of the Downtown Bay City building and hope to open it for tours a few times later this year  

Options at Prost! include more than just charcuterie and appetizers. (Photo courtesy of Prost! Wine Bar & Charcuterie)
Prost! in Uptown Bay City creates more than small plates

For the owners and executive chef, Prost! in Uptown Bay City is a bricks-and-mortar symbol of personal growth

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