Governor offers a sneak peak of her State of the State Address at SVSU

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer spoke about the roads, education, and the economy in a speech before the Great Lakes Bay Economic Club on Fri., January 17.

Live music and science mingle to create a special show at the Delta Planetarium

A January 31 show at the Delta College Planetarium seeks to blend music and art along with the Saginaw Bay Symphony. 

Central Michigan International Film Festival will feature new events, return to Broadway Theatre

The 17th annual festival Feb. 5-9 will roll out new events for attendees of all ages and return to the Broadway Theatre.

A recent vegan special at Gatsby's was Falafel Burgers served on grilled ciabatta bread and accompanied by zesty potato wedges.
Downtown steakhouse finds a new crowd with menu items you might not expect

Gatsby's Seafood & Steakhouse added Vegan Night and expanded its clientele. The owner says the weekly specials often earn praise from non-vegans too.  

Dirty jobs of Midland: How snow, water and refuse service makes the city tick each winter

It's an all-hands-on-deck effort to keep the city running each winter. Here is a look into some of the roles that help with that process.

When it’s being rented, the sailboat stays docked. But Edmonds hopes to earn her charter captain’s license and offer special occasion tours.
Two Bay City Airbnb rentals offer guests coffee, spirits, and experiences

Visitors who want to feel connected to a community often choose Airbnb rentals. In Bay City, two options give guests a unique view of the downtown and the waterfront.  

Even 2-year-old Oliver Wagner is contributing to the cause, dressing up as Count von Count from Sesame Street for a promotional photo asking people to make sure that they are counted in the 2020 census.
What people don’t know about the 2020 census could cost Michigan $1 billion

The 2020 census determines federal funding for the next 10 years. Census numbers are directly linked to how much funding the government allocates for Medicaid, hospitals, schools, and more.

Q&A with SVSU President Donald Bachand

SVSU President Donald Bachand says budgeting and academic planning are well on track for the coming year and beyond. He credits this success to the ability to plan in advance for day-to-day changes as they come.

Michael Westendorf, Patrick McElgunn and Nic Von Schneider, nominees for the Entrepreneur of the Year Award.
Third annual MYPros Awards highlights community contributors

The third annual MYPros Awards recognized young professionals for their contributions to the community.

SVSU students head to Baton Rouge for moot court national tournament

Saginaw Valley State University ranks with Ivy League schools when it comes to moot court. This week, SVSU students are prepping for a national tournament on Jan. 17 and 18.

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