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Local non-profits can golf with the pros — and win money for it

The Dow Great Lakes Bay Invitational is once again hosting #TeamUp for the Great Lakes Bay Region, the second annual charitable golf event that pairs local non-profits with professional golfers from the LPGA. Area non-profits are encouraged to enter to participate!

You can try everything from chocolate chili to jalapeño chili during the Downtown Chili Cook-Off on Feb. 29.
Warm up this winter with the Downtown Chili Cook-Off in Bay City

Downtown Bay City is planning its fourth annual chili cook-off to warm up a February weekend.  

Festival of award-winning short films coming to the Bay City State Theatre

Chilly February nights are perfect for enjoying an indoor film festival. A Hell's Half Mile film series, It's Not Too Cold For Shorts, brings short movies – between 4 and 15 minutes long – to the State Theater in Bay City on Fri., Feb. 21. 

State of the Community offers perspective on past and future of the region’s business landscape

During the State of the Community event on Feb. 18, Bay City Manager Dana Muscott and Bay County Executive Jim Barcia will reflect on the accomplishments of 2019 and offer a glimpse of what to expect in 2020.

Fundraising for the Janet H. Jopke Courts began in 2010. Today, the complex includes 8 tennis courts, public restrooms, events space, and landscaping.
Bay City tennis courts recognized on a national level

The United States Tennis Association has recognized the Bay Community Tennis Association with an award for successfully promoting the game of tennis.  

Art Reach issues call for artists to celebrate 100th anniversary of 19th Amendment

Art Reach of Mid Michigan has put out a call to artists for a juried art show that will celebrate the 100th anniversary of the 19th amendment granting women the right to vote. 

Delta College wants you to feel connected to its campus

Public art, graphics, and new furniture are the results of a 2-year study into how to best foster a connection between Delta College and its students.

A recent vegan special at Gatsby's was Falafel Burgers served on grilled ciabatta bread and accompanied by zesty potato wedges.
Downtown steakhouse finds a new crowd with menu items you might not expect

Gatsby's Seafood & Steakhouse added Vegan Night and expanded its clientele. The owner says the weekly specials often earn praise from non-vegans too.  

Located inside The Harvest Store, Salad Works offers build-your-own salads with fresh and local produce.
Build-your-own-salad bar opens up in downtown’s City Market

Located inside The Harvest Store, Salad Works offers build-your-own salads with fresh and local produce. The Harvest Store is part of City Market.  

SVSU students head to Baton Rouge for moot court national tournament

Saginaw Valley State University ranks with Ivy League schools when it comes to moot court. This week, SVSU students are prepping for a national tournament on Jan. 17 and 18.

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