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Frankie Lymon's tombstone sat in a New Jersey backyard for years before becoming part of the Michigan Rock and Roll Legends Hall of Fame in Bay City.

The Michigan Rock and Roll Legends Hall of Fame fine tunes its Bay City exhibit

Local historians hope to incorporate items from Madonna, the Bay City Rollers, Question Mark and the Mysterians, as well as other rock musicians with Bay City ties, into the Hall of Fame display.

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.

Food of Faith began as a once-a-month meal. Today, Food of Faith volunteers serve the meals every Thursday and Sunday.
Food of Faith ministry builds community for volunteers as much as it does for the recipients

For over a decade, local churches have worked together to serve free meals to anyone who needs one every Thursday and Sunday.  

Region celebrates Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy by awarding scholarships to Bay County students

The region celebrated Civil Rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy this week by honoring local students and community leaders.

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.  

Family-owned Troll Smokehouse exports specialty products throughout the Great Lakes states.
Meat and cheese maker undergoes $2.2M expansion in Kawkawlin

Family-owned Troll Smokehouse is expanding its Kawkawlin facility to add equipment, expand its product lines, and create new jobs.

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.

The Literacy Council provides the training and tools needed to work with children or adults.
Focusing on early childhood education is the secret to success in the Great Lakes Bay Region

Bay-Arenac and Midland Great Start Collaborative agencies offer a wealth of resources for parents, caregivers, and business owners. To learn more, you’re invited to a free, virtual screening and panel discussion of “Starting at Zero,” a film highlighting the importance of early childhood education.

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.

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