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Improvements made years ago to the Saginaw River and Bay walleye fishery are paying off now for ice anglers throughout the region.

Ice fishing generates regional revenue while showcasing successful environmental recovery efforts

Winter ice covering the Saginaw River and Bay offer unique and affordable opportunities to try the sport of fishing in a premier environment.

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Elementary school students delivered 'Balloon Buddies' to brighten the days of senior citizens in the region.
Party Pals fills hearts and balloons during Adopt-a-Grandparent project in the region

For a second year, Party Pals and local partners deliver “Balloon Buddies” to 248 residents of local nursing homes and care facilities as part of a nationwide project to lift spirits.  

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)
Federal money is available for agencies providing emergency food and shelter in Bay County

Bay County agencies that help people find emergency food and shelter have until March 1 to apply for federal funding.

Issue Media Group Launches Rural Innovation eXchange

Issue Media Group is excited to announce the company’s latest online media project – Rural Innovation eXchange (RIX). RIX will focus on the innovation, talent, entrepreneurship, social innovation and community development taking place in rural Michigan and feature the work of rural talent and content creators.   

Pam Lynch, director of Harm Reduction Michigan.
Michigan works to reverse rising substance use disorder during pandemic

Across Michigan, health professionals are racing to understand which communities have been hit hardest by substance use disorder during the pandemic – and how to turn the trend back around. 

Behavior Specialist Marcy Carter asks students at Kalamazoo's Northwood Elementary to discuss their feelings.
Michigan’s Social-Emotional Learning Network helps schools serve the whole child

The new network's members, including superintendents, principals, teachers, and school counselors, are helping Michigan's schools instill social-emotional learning in their school cultures.

Mental Health in the Workplace Seminar

Being able to talk about mental health issues with an employer can be challenging.  An upcoming summit in the Great Lakes Bay Region hopes to tackle those obstacles and help businesses help with resources.

KISD Nutrition Educator Amy Klinkoski at the Kentwood Farmers Market at the Kent District Library's Kentwood branch.
Collaboration with libraries extends Kent ISD’s SNAP-Ed reach

Kent District Library patrons can now nourish their minds and their bodies at the library, thanks to a unique collaboration with the Kent Intermediate School District and Kentwood Farmers Market.

MSU Extension will offer an online Cottage Food Law Food Safety Training program starting Feb. 16.
Want to sell homemade foods? Here’s what you need to know

If you want to start a food business in Michigan, it’s important to understand the state’s Cottage Food Laws. The Michigan State University Extension service is offering an online Food Safety Program on Feb. 16.

Northwood University is one of 30 other colleges in Michigan that compete at the varsity level with dedicated facilities, coaching, and scholarships for their esports program.
Northwood University students level up with esports program

Competitive gaming is taking the sports world by storm. College-level esports are gaining popularity nationwide. Northwood University is on board with an award-winning esports program.

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