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Sarah Sexton

Sarah Sexton moved to Bay City from Dallas, TX in 2005. After graduating from John Glenn High School in 2007, Sarah earned her BA from Michigan State          University in Social Science with a focus on the Black American Freedom Struggle. Sarah traveled extensively throughout her early 20s and eventually made her way back to Bay City in 2018 to be closer to family. Sarah began pursuing her passion for writing in 2020 and has worked with local magazines and online media sources as well as other freelancers. When Sarah is not writing or brushing up on her photography skills, she can be found bopping around Downtown Bay City, enjoying the nightlife and activities the city offers. 

Sarah Sexton's Latest Articles

The St. Patrick's Day Parade Association spends months planning for the annual parade. It's a labor of love for the committee members. (Photo courtesy of the St. Patrick's Day Parade Association)
It takes nearly a year to plan the annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Bay City

The 2024 St. Patrick’s Day Parade steps off on March 17, but the committee that plans the event began its work late last summer. Take a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to plan the parade.

Nicholas Harrier unleashes his creativity at his job as a patient advocate and lab technician for Oakland Orthopedic Appliances. He has earned an international reputation for his custom covers for prosthetic devices.
From patient to prosthetic artist: Nicholas Harrier found his calling

For more than a decade, Nicholas Harrier has been shaping art out of prosthetic devices. He is developing an international reputation for his creativity and altruism.  

Inside Crazy Quarters Arcade, decades-old pinball classics sit next to games created just a few years ago. (Photo Credit: Adam Salgat)
Winter is the time to celebrate with comfort foods, natural beauty, and local entertainment venues

Whether you celebrate winter's beauty while walking on a trail near the Saginaw River or sipping a hot chocolate inside a warm, cozy restaurant, the Great Lakes Bay Region offers a variety of winter wonderland experiences.

Hope for the Holidays: Local agencies playing Santa for families who need a little extra right now

The Great Lakes Bay Region has resources ready to help those struggling financially this holiday season.  

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.
Historic Bay City homes open their doors for tours in early December

The CANA Holiday Parlour Tour offers an inside glimpse of eight homes in one of Bay City's historic districts.

Caregivers for people living with dementia are invited to support groups and trainings available through Golden Horizons Adult Day Center.
Families of people with Alzheimer’s disease find emotional and practical support at Golden Horizons

In 1983, then-President Ronald Reagan designated November as Alzheimer’s Awareness Month. Five years later, a center opened in Bay City to support people with Alzheimers and their families.

Rivard has adopted a painter’s name of 'Emiliah,' with which she signs her art work and goes by on Instagram (Photo Credit: Sarah Sexton)
Auburn artist is creating thought-provoking, slightly unnerving paintings that evoke strong emotion

Studio 23 and the Bay City Players highlighted Emily Rivard’s work. Soon, she hopes to open an Auburn restaurant and bakery where she also can display and sell her paintings.  

From rock to country, Bay City's 2023 concert season has something for everyone. The series goes strong throughout the summer, including August.
State money helps Wenonah Park take steps to improve access, safety, and appearance

The state MEDC awarded the city park $900,000 to improve the park including measures to remove barriers for people with disabilities, enhance personal safety, and boost its appearance  

Marjo Jaroch, the new Executive Director for the DDA and DMB, says she wants to build connections between downtown and the other business districts.
Downtown Bay City upgrades its aesthetic, giving the district and nearby neighborhoods a new vibe

The Downtown Bay City Facade Program offers grants to help businesses beautify the district. The improvements raise property values, reduce blight, and boost the economy.   

Bay County, Essexville-Hampton schools, and a local swim instructor formed a partnership to offer swim lessons to kids this summer. Two sessions are planned for July. (Photo courtesy of Essexville-Hampton Public Schools)
Swim lessons take Bay County kids on deep dive into water safety

Bay County, Essexville-Hampton schools, and a local swim instructor formed a partnership to offer swim lessons to kids this summer. Three-week sessions begin on July 10 and 24.

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