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Bay City is home to unique, natural amenities. Now, local leaders are using the American Rescue Plan money to build on what we have.

Bay County overcame challenges in 2021, laying the groundwork for growth in 2022

Route Bay City asked people from different sectors of the community to re-visit the highlights of 2021 and give us a glimpse of what they expect in the coming year. Today, Bay County Executive James A. Barcia talks about the future of county government.  

The Bay City Morning Rotary Club spearheaded an effort to create libraries inside kindergarten classrooms. One of the first schools to get the books was MacGregor Elementary.
Libraries are becoming standard in Bay County’s kindergarten classrooms

The Bay City Morning Rotary Club is partnering with other community institutions to build kindergarten libraries throughout the county  

The Bay-Arenac ISD Career Center emphasizes career and technical education through a combination of academics and work experience. Students also are encouraged to join clubs that teach professional skills.
Two Bay-Arenac Career Center teachers earn statewide recognition

Lisa Forrest and Elizabeth Wise, instructors at the Career Center, say the statewide recognition offers much-needed encouragement during a difficult time in education.

Buy Local Buy BC Gift Card Stimulus Program returns for the 2021 holiday season

Bay Future, the Bay Area Chamber of Commerce, and Consumers Energy are bringing back a popular gift card stimulus program beginning Dec. 7.

The Youth Advisory Committee surveyed middle and high school students from throughout the county to learn about their top concerns. College and career preparedness was no. 1.
Youth Advisory Committee assesses and addresses the needs of teens in Bay County

A survey of middle and high school students in Bay County revealed that college and career preparedness are a top concern.  

‘Voices of Youth’ series to launch in Route Bay City in collaboration with Bay City Public Schools

Bay City Public Schools and Issue Media Group announce a "Voices of Youth" partnership that invites high school students to write articles for Route Bay City.

For the 17th consecutive year, the RUBY Award seeks to honor young professionals making a difference in Bay, Midland, and Saginaw counties.
First State Bank wants to hear about the young professionals shaping the future of the region

If you know a young professional making a difference in the community, submit their name to 1st State Bank for the 17th annual RUBY Awards. Nominations are due Oct. 29.

Local entrepreneurs Jenifer Acosta and Dave Dittenber partnered to turn a long-empty building on the Saginaw River into a beer garden and food truck park.
Food trucks, beer garden, and riverfront dining all are part of the business plan for Drift

A long-empty riverfront building in Downtown Bay City is getting a new life. Drift is hosting food trucks now, but indoor renovations are well under way.

Artist needs your photos to create an exhibit at Studio 23 capturing the essence of community life

Studio 23 wants your photos of Bay County to consider for an exhibit in March. You can submit photos through an online portal between now and Nov. 1.  

Uptown Bay City is a high-profile example of a brownfield redevelopment project. ​​​​​​​
Bay County Brownfield Redevelopment Authority hopes to spur cooperation and economic growth

Decaying buildings could hold the key to the community's future. A coalition of governments created a Brownfield Redevelopment Authority to attract private developers to Bay County.

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