Bay County

Blue and silver pinwheels at area businesses serve as a reminder that April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. (Photo courtesy of the CAN Council)

CAN Council recognizes Child Abuse Prevention Month and its volunteers for making a difference

The CAN Council is trying to raise awareness and recruit volunteers during April's Child Abuse Prevention Month.

Edward Sanchez brings decades of experience in research and development of silicon carbide wafers to the SK Siltron CSS plant that opened recently in Bay County. (Photo courtesy of SK Siltron CSS)
Research scientist devotes career to silicon carbide industry and creating sustainable energy

Edward Sanchez has spent more than a quarter-century in the research and development of silicon carbide wafers used to power electric vehicles and other technology. He now serves as Vice President of Operations and Technology at Bay County’s SK Siltron CSS, a silicon carbide wafer manufacturer.  

Samara Nenadov says she has trouble finding child-care options for her 3-year-old daughter, Marlia, who has special needs. 
Bay County families find limited child-care options for children with special needs

Lack of training, staff turnover, and licensing concerns all contribute to the shortage of child-care for Bay County families of children with special needs, according to local parents and early-childhood experts.  

Eric Moore, center, is one of hundreds of people working at SK Siltron CSS facilities in Bay County. From left are employees Victoria DeRuiter, Brandon Bedtelyon, Moore, Steve Sherlock and Tanner DuFresne. (Photo courtesy of SK SIltron CSS)
For Eric Moore, working at SK Siltron CSS is all about professional growth

Eric Moore's job is to grow the crystals that go into the silicon chips at SK Siltron CSS. The lifelong Bay County residents is excited about the manufacturer's ability to grow more jobs for the community.

Photo courtesy of the Bay City State Park
Bay City State Park celebrates a century of memories

As Bay City State Park nears its 100-year anniversary, the local DNR team prepares for exciting renovations and family events. Park Manager Rich Fenner and Lead Ranger Mike Barker share some park history and future plans.  

Dr. Danny E. Grieg and other providers at MyMichigan’s Emergency Department in Bay City have reduced wait times through the building's design, staff experience, and technology such as online check-in. (Photo courtesy of My Michigan Health)
With short wait times and quality care, MyMichigan Emergency Department marks 1 year in Bay County

With high-quality, efficient care the new Emergency Department in Bay City surpassed its five-year projected volume in the first five months of being open, showing that it is filling a longstanding need in the community. Now in its second year, the Emergency Department is looking forward to continuing to serve area residents.  

For decades, Bay Chorale borrowed space for rehearsals and concerts. Now, the choir is permanently based at the State Theatre in Downtown Bay City. It performs two shows a year, one at Christmas and one in the spring. (Photo courtesy of Bay Chorale)
Music is the language of building community for Bay Chorale

Bay Chorale celebrates its 56th year with a tribute to American composers in its Spring Concert, set for 7 p.m. Fri., April 21. New members are welcome to join the group.

Science and spring break go together, thanks to the Great Lakes Bay Region STEM Pipeline

Fun activities await the families that choose to spend Spring Break 2023 in Bay County. Theater, STEM activities, and Touch-a-Truck storytime are a few of the options.

The form of a Greek cross is visible in the Stone Chapel, which was built in 1881 and 1882. 
Lights, Camera, Passion: Ohio group brings the story of Jesus’ trial and death to Bay City church

Trinity Episcopal Church in Bay City will host “Tetélestai,” a powerful musical performance detailing the final week of Jesus’s life.  

SK Siltron CSS employees Rose Dugan, left, and Kevin Moeggenborg hold 6-inch wide silicon carbide wafers the company manufactures in Bay County. The wafers are used to make semiconductor chips for electric vehicles.
Bridgeport mom sees a bright future at SK Siltron CSS in Bay County

For Rose Dugan, SK Siltron CSS is personal. She’s proud that her job helps meet the growing demand for chips to power electronic devices. And she’s touched that the CEO of the international firm greets her by name.  

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