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Q&A and photo feature with Midland photographer and philanthropist Robert Spears

You've likely seen his work around Midland before. We catch up with local photographer and philanthropist Robert Spears on his work, his gear and some of his favorite shots.

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McIlvenna bases each of her jewelry pieces and collections on a real woman’s story and personal journey. Sales benefit a charity that she and her subject choose together.
Real women’s stories inspire Delirious Blue jewelry line

Kirsten McIlvenna has turned a metalworking hobby into home-based business creating inspirational jewelry.  

Beer garden opens in downtown Bay City, helps raise funds for non-profits

Drydock Beer Garden has brought a seasonal beer garden and fundraising opportunity to the heart of Bay City's downtown.  

Populace Coffee had five special labels designed for their house blend coffee, each displaying the names and logos of local high schools.
Populace Coffee to launch Teacher Appreciation Week with extended hours, discounts, and giveaways

Local coffee shop helping teachers get a little extra energy to start the school year off right.  

SVSU program acclimates freshmen to campus and community

The SVSU Freshmen Summer Service Program emphasizes the importance of being an active citizen both during and after college.

Vendors, raffles, a hot dog lunch, and a walk 'n' wag-a-thon were all part of Paw Palooza.
Civic Clubs build community and personal health

Civic organizations help build good health for communities and their own members.

​​​​​​​For more than 20 years, a group in Bay City has been teaching people to sail.
Sailing brings people closer to Michigan’s Great Lakes

The Saginaw Bay Community Sailing Association strives to make water and sailing affordable and accessible to everyone in the Great Lakes Bay Region.  

Q&A with Stephanie Richardson, City of Midland horticulturist

We catch up with Stephanie Richardson, the horticulturalist for the City of Midland on what it takes to keep Midland blooming each year.

Q&A with Nicole Rayce with the Humane Society of Midland County

We talk to Nicole Rayce, president of the Humane Society of Midland County on changes she is making to the organization, their quest to raise funds for a new facility and more.

The Pride of Baltimore II is a topsail schooner that has appeared in every Bay City Tall Ships festival since 2001.
Tall Ship Celebration sails into Bay City in July

Visitors to this year’s Tall Ship Celebration, which takes place from July 18-21 in downtown Bay City, have the opportunity to sample history while greeting the Pride of Baltimore II, a ship that’s become a Great Lakes Bay Region favorite.

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