Downtown Bay City

Growing up, Madison Jarmon imagined herself building a life in another state. But after graduating from SVSU, she quickly realized the benefits of living here. Now, she's a strong voice for attracting young professionals to this area.

Bay City touting community, downtown, and affordable housing to recruit young professionals

Realizing the appeal of her hometown, Bay City native Madison Jarmon started her professional career here and now helps coordinate efforts to encourage other young people to do the same.

Filling out the FAFSA can be intimidating, so Delta College is offering a series of workshops. Financial aid experts will be on hand to help families.
Community Foundation offers free online scholarship and FAFSA assistance for local students

The Bay Area Community Foundation extended its deadline to apply for scholarships and added more opportunities virtual help to area students.  

After going to school and working in New York, Dr. Matthew Travis finds exhilarating professional and personal opportunities in the Great Lakes Bay Region. 
Connections to the community inspire a Bay City-raised artist to return to his roots

After going to school and working in New York, Dr. Matthew Travis finds exhilarating professional and personal opportunities in the Great Lakes Bay Region. 

The United Way of Bay County is more than a fundraising agency. It also sponsors community-wide events, such as the Day of Caring and Wenonah Park Cleanup. (Photo courtesy of the United Way of Bay County)
Q&A: United Way of Bay County Interim President & CEO Michael Bacigalupo

As the interim president & CEO of the United Way of Bay County, Michael Bacigalupo plans to focus on serving community members who most need help.

From left, Chris Exo, Jeff Palmer, and Brentt Brunner opened Crazy Quarters Arcade in Downtown Bay City early in 2020, before COVID-19 social distancing restrictions changed businesses. The arcade closed for a brief time, but is set to re-open in a l
Pinball wizards are re-opening an arcade in Downtown Bay City

An arcade featuring classic and current pinball games is opening once again in Downtown Bay City.

For years during Sundays in the City, free carriage rides step off from outside the State Theatre of Bay City, 913 Washington Ave. This group enjoyed a ride in 2020.
Tours of light displays and cross-country skiing trips add socially-distant fun to the holidays

Outdoor light displays and sing-alongs help make the holidays festive while still following health departments guidelines for slowing the spread of COVID-19.

Rachel Inskeep was inspired to open her shop in Downtown Bay City after spending the summer enjoying outdoor cafes and parks in the business district.
Consignment store owner finds opportunity in Bay City in the midst of a global pandemic

A former dental assistant turned business owner says enjoying outdoor dining and walking through parks in Downtown Bay City inspired her to open her store in the area.

A Bay City businessman bought $10,000 worth of groceries for 250 people at City Market this week.
Bay City businessman gives away thousands of dollars in groceries to those in need

A Bay City businessman bought $10,000 worth of groceries for 250 people at City Market this week. It marks the second time this month he's reached out to help people facing financial hardships during the pandemic.

Fred Reif performs in 2016 with Scratchin with the Saucecats
Music history played out in Bay City bars and clubs during the early days of rock and roll

Musician Fred Reif is working on his third book about the history of music and bands in the Great Lakes Bay Region.

In the window of Little House, 924 N. Water St., Santa and his elves are donning masks to slow the spread of COVID-19 during the holidays.
The weather outside is frightful, but the Bay City holiday lights are so delightful

Santa Claus’s helpers this year include several Bay City businesses and donors. Right after Thanksgiving, his helpers in Bay City built light displays throughout the downtown business district.

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