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The Hofmann’s home was built in 1872 and once belonged to Newell Eddy, a banker, lumberman, and Yale graduate.
Two families breathing new life into an historic neighborhood on Bay City’s East Side

Two young families living across the street from one another are restoring two 19th century homes in Bay City. They hope their efforts inspire others to take on their own restoration projects.

Frankie Lymon's tombstone sat in a New Jersey backyard for years before becoming part of the Michigan Rock and Roll Legends Hall of Fame in Bay City.
The Michigan Rock and Roll Legends Hall of Fame fine tunes its Bay City exhibit

Local historians hope to incorporate items from Madonna, the Bay City Rollers, Question Mark and the Mysterians, as well as other rock musicians with Bay City ties, into the Hall of Fame display.

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)
Q&A: United Way of Bay County Interim President & CEO Michael Bacigalupo

As the interim president & CEO of the United Way of Bay County, Michael Bacigalupo plans to focus on serving community members who most need help.

Dr. Matthew Travis returns to his hometown and discovers ways to give back and build community through the performing arts.
Artist uses his professional role to expand the arts community in the Great Lakes Bay Region

Dr. Matthew Travis returns to his hometown and discovers ways to give back and build community through the performing arts.

In 2021, the Bay Area Community Foundation is providing grants to offset some of the expenses associated with hiring child care workers.
New United Way of Bay County program offers financial help to quarantined families of young students

Parents forced to miss work when a child is out of school due to COVID-19 may be eligible for help from a new Quarantined Student Assistance program.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Hopevale Church has offered online services for Bay City and Saginaw.
Hopevale Church partnering with Bay City agencies to address food insecurity

The new campus pastor at Hopevale Church in Bay City is working with other agencies to help solve what he sees as one of the community's biggest problems - food poverty.  

Liberty Harbor is a municipal marina that includes 99 boat slips, a concession stand building, and parking lot. It is located near playgrounds and the Midland Street entertainment district.
Historic Midland Street retains its 19th century character

A century ago, West Bay City was a bustling business district. Today, it’s a thriving entertainment district. Sam Fitzpatrick takes you on a walking tour of five of the historic buildings in the district.

The Perry House at 2230 Center Ave. may be the largest home in Bay City. This Tudor Revival style home features stucco-and-board faces, half-time framing, and steeply pitched roofs.
Take a self-guided, sidewalk tour of five historic homes in Bay City

Local historian Sam Fitzpatrick offers insight into the stories behind five striking homes in Bay City’s historic district.

Local architect Joseph C. Goddeyne designed the airport’s brick Administration Building.
Bay City has high-flying vision for the future of the James Clements Airport

Bay City’s municipal airport pumps millions into the regional and statewide economy. Improvements to the airport underway now are designed to raise its economic impact.

From its very beginnings, the James Clements Airport has been important to the regional economy.
History of the James Clements Airport

The James Clements Airport opened in 1928 with its first hangar. The Administration building  – which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places – opened in 1930.

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