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Aaron and Marilee Faist pose with their son, 7-year-old Ian, and daughter, 3-year-old Morgan. The family hopes that sharing the challenges they face for Ian will encourage people to build a more inclusive world. (Photo courtesy of the Faist family)

Faist family is fighting for inclusion

Aaron and Marilee Faist hope that sharing the challenges they face for their son, Ian, helps people see why a more inclusive world is better for all

State Sen. Kristen McDonald Rivet, D-Bay City, speaks at the Bay Area Chamber of Commerce 2023 State Legislative Luncheon. (Photo courtesy of Sen. Kristen McDonald Rivet)
Long-time advocate for children, Sen. McDonald Rivet plans to focus on child care in 2024

As 2023 winds down, Route Bay City asked leaders from different segments of the community to answer questions about recent progress and what's next. This week, we feature Sen. Kristen McDonald Rivet, D-Bay City.

Since the beginning, Bay City Bridge Partners has pledged to be an active member of the community.
A tale of three bridges: Tolls have begun on one Bay City bridge, construction slated for two others

Bay City is a town linked together by bridges. Two of the four bridges crossing the Saginaw River will be under construction this fall. A third bridge recently converted to a toll system.

Madison Danielski (Photo courtesy of Madison Danielski)
Rotary Vocational Days convince a local student that teaching is her forever career

The Bay City Rotary Club and Morning Rotary Club invited high school juniors and seniors from throughout the community to spend a morning shadowing a professional on the job. Madison Danielski spent her morning with an elementary school teacher.

Rivard has adopted a painter’s name of 'Emiliah,' with which she signs her art work and goes by on Instagram (Photo Credit: Sarah Sexton)
Auburn artist is creating thought-provoking, slightly unnerving paintings that evoke strong emotion

Studio 23 and the Bay City Players highlighted Emily Rivard’s work. Soon, she hopes to open an Auburn restaurant and bakery where she also can display and sell her paintings.  

Give Local Bay 2025 raised more than $200,000 for 62 local funds supporting nonprofits.
Inspiring Generosity: New series showcases the impact of the Bay Area Community Foundation

In its Inspiring Generosity series, Route Bay City highlights projects of the Bay Area Community Foundation. This week, the focus is on Walt and Carol Weinlander and the creation of the Legacy Society.

Photo courtesy of Bonejacked Vintage Apparel
Wearing hand-me-downs as a kid turned out to be opportunity knocking for a Bay City entrepreneur

Musical history is on display in the merchandise at Bonejacked Vintage Apparel on Columbus Avenue

Habitat for Humanity of Bay County qualified for state money to launch a 'Missing Middle' building program in 2024.
Habitat for Humanity Bay County set to break ground on first of four new ‘Missing Middle’ homes

Bay County Habitat for Humanity qualified for state money to help offset the expense of building affordable homes for middle-income families.

The Annual Bay City Fireworks Festival fills the sky with lights and the parks with music and carnival rides on July 4, 5, and 6..
July Arts & Entertainment Roundup

Sporting events, concerts, fireworks, and more fill the Great Lakes Bay Region with activities for everyone.

Kaden, who graduated from John Glenn High School in Bangor Township, starts his freshman year at Saginaw Valley State University in a few weeks. (Photo courtesy of Kaden Furtaw)
From Bay City to Broadway

Matt Travis, Chief Operating Officer for the Midland Center for the Arts, shares his memories of three local people who graduated from the stage at the Bay City Players to the stages of Broadway.  

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