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120 Educators unite to strengthen student attendance across Bay and Arenac Counties

More than 120 educators, administrators, counselors, family engagement staff, and community partners gathered at the Bay-Arenac ISD Career Center to strengthen regional efforts focused on improving student attendance and supporting families

Great Lakes Bay area Juneteenth celebrations

From health fairs and concerts to parades, festivals and community gatherings, Juneteenth celebrations across Bay, Saginaw and Midland counties will offer residents multiple opportunities to honor Black history, celebrate freedom and connect with their communities.

Bay County’s Day of Caring grows into largest community cleanup in local history

What began thirteen years ago as a small cleanup effort in Wenonah Park has grown into Bay County’s largest volunteer event, drawing more than 800 people to projects across the community. From planting flowers to painting buildings, Day of Caring continues to show how deeply local residents care about the place they call home.

A sure sign of Spring – Easter egg hunts and butterflies

From Easter egg hunts and bunny photo ops to brunch buffets and butterflies in bloom, early April is packed with family-friendly events across the Great Lakes Bay Region.

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Michigan Good Food Fund sets 2026 agenda on community engagement, outreach

The Michigan Good Food Fun, is setting its sights on ambitious goals for 2026.

Elizabeth Wise and Lisa Forrest, who teach at the Bay-Arenac Career Center, earned statewide accolades in 2021.
Q&A with Bay-Arenac ISD Superintendent Shelly DuCharme

Bay-Arenac ISD Superintendent Shelly DuCharme explains how the district supports to regional schools, teaches career skills to students, and provided her with the opportunity to return home.

Q&A with Bay City Public Safety Director Caleb Rowell

Bay City Department of Public Safety Director Caleb Rowell says one of the top challenges he expects his department to face in 2026 is aging infrastructure.

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Local high schools send 20 Teams to next round of Nickless Innovation Award

Up to $77.5K in scholarships for students, STEM education grants for schools at stake in 13th annual competition.

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Thanksgiving meals across the Great Lakes Bay Region

Nonprofits, churches, and community centers are offering meals, pantry items, and additional support for residents in need this holiday season.

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Michigan Good Food Fund receives $3 million USDA grant to expand healthy food access

The Michigan Good Food Fund is expanding its efforts to bring fresh, affordable food to underserved communities.

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