Health

For 20 years, Food of Faith Bay City-West volunteers have planned, prepared, and served meals to all who ask.

Dow Bay Area Family YMCA one of nine Michigan organizations recognized as a Hometown Health Hero

State award recognizes steps the Dow Bay Area Family Y took to promote the health of the community in 2020.

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Summer is here. Last weekend, Midland was full of color as artists and fans celebrated local art festivities.
Midland soon to hear the sounds of summer

The City of Midland’s Assistant Director of Public Services is excited for the summer events. Plymouth Park Pool will reopen to the public along with popular events. Fun for the whole family, the events include crowd-pleasing Tunes by the Tridge and the July 4th entertainment and fireworks display at Dow Diamond.

Dr. Catherine Bodnar is the Medical Director for the Midland County Department of Public Health.
Q&A with Dr. Catherine Bodnar, Midland County Department of Public Health

One of the leading proponents of the COVID-19 vaccine effort is the Midland County Department of Public Health. The department’s medical director, Dr. Catherine Bodnar, shares her thoughts on the latest push to increase the number of persons vaccinated in the county.

Last year’s successful distribution of yard signs across the Bay, Saginaw, Midland and Isabella counties led to a continuation of the program this year.
Great Lakes Bay Pride celebrates “Pride at Home” with free yard sign distribution

In place of its annual festival, Great Lakes Bay Pride is offering a ‘Pride at Home’ LGBTQ celebration this year. Free pride yard signs will be distributed June 4 at Dow Diamond.

Ike's main hub is the Chippewa River. Isenhart, the owner, meets up with customers where they'll end up and transports them to a launch point.
The Great Lakes Bay Region is a great playground for a day on the water

Kayaks, canoes, or just a tube to float in are great ways to enjoy a day on the water. We’ll take you to three different venues in the Great Lakes Bay Region that will connect you with nature, exercise, and most of all — fun.

A young participant in The Learning Kitchen.
Cooking classes help Detroit youth knock out bad eating habits

Through a program called The Learning Kitchen, offered by GenesisHOPE Community Development Corporation, third through eighth graders are top contenders when it comes to eating more fruits and vegetables.

Isabel Romero looks at mementos of her family members who have died of COVID-19.
Grief in isolation: Michiganders navigate a disrupted grieving process during COVID-19

In the absence of many traditional, in-person rituals, the pandemic has forced many to grieve in extremely unusual ways.

Concerts, food trucks, and special events all are planned for this summer.
Get your feet on the street in two Bay City business districts to enjoy music, food, and fun

Businesses in Downtown Bay City and in the Midland Street district kick off the summer season with music, food trucks, and more.

Get vaccinated in Bay County this week and you could win a prize

Get vaccinated against COVID-19 this week in Bay County and you'll be entered into a drawing for prizes.

Midland's signature landmark is the Tridge, spanning the Chippewa and Tittabawassee Rivers.
Be a tourist in your own town

From jumping in grown-up bounce houses to watching professional sports to pedaling a trolley through a historic downtown, here’s an insider’s guide to some of the best ways to enjoy a weekend in Midland,  Bay City,  and Mt. Pleasant.

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