Bay County

Before opening her boutique, Melissa Correa renovated the interior of the downtown building.

Downtown boutique carries fashion for women of all ages and sizes

The owner of Kenz & Rose hopes women walk out of her boutique feeling beautiful. For now, she carries women's clothing, but hopes to add a menswear line.  

Local high school have seen an uptick in students seeking counseling services since the pandemic began.
Voices of Youth: Addressing mental health concerns in Bay City schools

The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic affects every aspect of life. Ky Tacey, a Bay City Central High School student, talks to counselors and students about how the school is addressing some of those issues.  

Teen sailors are needed for a summer program aboard the Appledore.
No boat, no problem. Bay County offers many options for water access.

As spring and summer edge nearer in Bay County, a variety of services stand ready and waiting to get residents out on the water and enjoying what the local waterways have to offer.  

Summer concert season is under way. People and music fill Wenonah Park, Veterans Memorial Park, Uptown Bay City, Downtown Bay City, and the Midland Street Entertainment District.
Rock and Roll Legends Hall of Fame rolls into the Historical Museum of Bay County

From Motown greats and the Bay City Rollers to Alice Cooper and Madonna, Bay City’s brushes with rock and roll history are impressive.  

Bay Future Inc. supported a series of outdoor job fairs held during the summer of 2020. One fair took place in Bay City’s Wenonah Park.
Spring is the season of sunshine, flowers, and grant applications

If your agency runs a program to help people in Bay or Arenac counties, the United Way of Bay County and Bay Area Community Foundation want to hear about it.

The Hofmann family hopes that the city will employ Neighborhood Enterprise Zones to encourage people to renovate single-family homes such as this one on North Grant Street. (Photo courtesy of Katie Bruessow- Junie B. Photograpie)
Re-visiting a family renovating an historic home on North Grant Street

As the Hofmann family continues renovating a historic home on Bay City's East Side, they also are making big plans for the neighborhood.

Tessa Leppek left Bay County to become a Masters Prosthetist and Orthotist, but found her dream job back in her hometown. (Photo courtesy of Michigan Video and Photography)
Back to Bay County: One young professional’s journey to a career in her hometown

Bay City native Tessa Leppek says family and the chance to work with cutting-edge technology drew her back to the community.  

Bay City is home to unique, natural amenities. Now, local leaders are using the American Rescue Plan money to build on what we have.
Local leaders ready themselves to put ARPA dollars to work in the Bay County region

Bay Future Inc. is using $2 million in ARPA funds to help Bay County businesses recover from the pandemic and to attract and retain a high-quality workforce.

Improvements made years ago to the Saginaw River and Bay walleye fishery are paying off now for ice anglers throughout the region.
Ice fishing generates regional revenue while showcasing successful environmental recovery efforts

Winter ice covering the Saginaw River and Bay offer unique and affordable opportunities to try the sport of fishing in a premier environment.

Elementary school students delivered 'Balloon Buddies' to brighten the days of senior citizens in the region.
Party Pals fills hearts and balloons during Adopt-a-Grandparent project in the region

For a second year, Party Pals and local partners deliver “Balloon Buddies” to 248 residents of local nursing homes and care facilities as part of a nationwide project to lift spirits.  

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