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The Bay City Fireworks Festival will light up the sky again this July

During the 2021 event, the Bay City Fireworks Festival will pay tribute to the late Terry Watson, who was known locally as Mr. Fireworks.   

Chamber CEO Magen Samyn greets guests at the Eye Opener Breakfast. The Chamber is one of the agencies working to recruit and retain talented people to work in the Great Lakes Bay Region.
Social media video is designed to invite visitors to Bay City this summer

The Bay Area Chamber of Commerce is promoting a video around the state in a bid to showcase the community and entice visitors to come here.  

From rock to country, Bay City's 2023 concert season has something for everyone. The series goes strong throughout the summer, including August.
Bay City asks how you would spend $31 million to transform the community

Bay City is in line to receive $31 million in American Rescue Plan funds. This month, the city commission is asking for proposals for the money.

Baltimore Oriole on Saginaw Bay Birding Trail
Birdwatching is a hobby taking flight along the Saginaw Bay Birding Trail, which includes Bay County

Birdwatching is an inexpensive hobby that adds enjoyment to time spent hiking and biking in the area’s nature preserves and parks. In Bay County, you can even spot raptors hunting in downtown.  

For 20 years, Food of Faith Bay City-West volunteers have planned, prepared, and served meals to all who ask.
Dow Bay Area Family YMCA one of nine Michigan organizations recognized as a Hometown Health Hero

State award recognizes steps the Dow Bay Area Family Y took to promote the health of the community in 2020.

Erin Poltorak is focused on opening The Shoot and Share Studio in late June or early July.
Point. Click. Shoot. Selfie Museum aims to offer new photography possibilities

Downtown Bay City is set to welcome a unique new business to the area as The Shoot and Share Studio prepares to open this summer.  

Concerts, food trucks, and special events all are planned for this summer.
Get your feet on the street in two Bay City business districts to enjoy music, food, and fun

Businesses in Downtown Bay City and in the Midland Street district kick off the summer season with music, food trucks, and more.

Bay City offers many options for overnight guests, including the Historic Webster House Bed and Breakfast.
Be a tourist in your own town in the Great Lakes Bay Region

An insider’s guide to enjoying a weekend (or three) in Bay City, Midland, and Mount Pleasant. Our writers highlight some of their favorite activities, nightspots, eateries, and overnight accommodations.  

A fitness obstacle course was added to Maplewood Park on Bay City's East Side.
Three parks in Bay County are stepping up their games

Three parks in Bay County are taking steps to challenge you to meet personal fitness goals, enjoy a round of disc golf, and more. 

Give Local Bay 2025 raised more than $200,000 for 62 local funds supporting nonprofits.
Use the hashtag #GiveLocalBay2021 and you could earn prize money for your favorite local non-profit

The annual Give Local Bay event aims to raise money to help non-profit agencies now plus build endowment funds to meet needs in the future.

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