From family-friendly trick-or-treating to scary haunted spaces, the region celebrates Halloween
Looking for something seasonal to do this weekend? You've got choices ranging from an award-winning haunted ship to kid-friendly trunk-or-treats.
East Side
Homecoming: Craig Goulet reflects on his first year as City Manager of his hometown
After a year on the job as City Manager of Essexville, Craig Goulet says he's focused on economic development and public safety
New nonprofit organization hopes to build diversity and inclusion through public art
Murals brightening up a Downtown Bay City alley are the work United We Go, a new nonprofit organization in the community.
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.
Murals fill Wenonah Park with art, but their purpose goes much deeper than beauty
Public art – such as murals recently unveiled in Wenonah Park – beautifies communities, builds the economy, gives voices to marginalized people, and more. Public art also can improve safety and raise awareness about issues facing a community.
Replenish, a popular juice and smoothie bar, re-opens in a new West Side Bay City location
From inside the newly-renovated Bay Professional. Building on Bay City's West Side, Replenish offers gluten-free and dairy-free options without sacrificing flavor
Local confectioner perfects her craft as she creates sweet treats in Downtown Bay City
The owner of Sarah’s Sweet Escapes says she learned her skills from her mother and by working at area chocolate shops. She sees great potential for her business in Downtown Bay City.
Hidden Harvest is taking a bite out of food insecurity in the region
Hidden Harvest relies on donations to help soup kitchens, food pantries, and more provide millions of meals to people in Bay, Midland, and Saginaw counties
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.
Saginaw Bay fishing tournaments and a conference lure international media and tourists here
The Outdoor Brand Team Writers Conference held in Bay County in August drew well-known publications and top-tier anglers here to explore what the Saginaw Bay offers to fishing enthusiasts and their families. Experts expect a subsequent boost in tourism.
