Q&A with Bay-Arenac ISD Superintendent Shelly DuCharme
Bay-Arenac ISD Superintendent Shelly DuCharme explains how the district supports to regional schools, teaches career skills to students, and provided her with the opportunity to return home.
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Community coalition to continue its work, even after the federal shutdown ends
Even after the federal government shutdown ends, it's unclear when food benefits will reach families. A local coalition plans to continue its work to ease food insecurity.
Bay County coalition is bridging the gap for families during the SNAP and WIC pause
In Bay County, a coalition formed to help families fill their dinner plates. The coalition is tackling the problem in several different ways.The Bay Area Community Foundation established a Food Insecurity Emergency Fund for both Bay and Arenac counties. At the same time, the United Way of Bay County is collecting food to divide between food banks and recruiting volunteers to meet increased demand.
‘Combined energy turned into a good tornado’: The Bay Area Women’s Center’s 50-year evolution
A dozen founding mothers created the Bay Area Women’s Center in 1975. Today, the nonprofit organization serves women, children, men, transgender, and non-binary individuals facing domestic and sexual violence.
School may be on the horizon, but summer fun will linger a few more weeks
The days are getting shorter, but summer is far from over. There's still plenty of time to shop at a farmers market, enjoy an outdoor concert, take a hike in a new park, or walk around a summer festival.
Princess Wenonah sails through Bay City’s history
Visitors to the Princess Wenonah learn about local history while viewing freighters close up, observing local wildlife and activities on the Saginaw River, and gaining a unique perspective on the city's bridges.
Business by the Bay accepting applications through Aug. 13
Applications are open now for the annual Business by the Bay Pitch Competition.
Four charter boat captains from Bay County earn national awards
The 2025 Angler's Choice Award honors charter boat captains for high customer satisfaction and reliability scores.
Voices of Youth: Five ideas for kids and teens to unlock summer adventures
Right now, the 2025-26 school year feels far away, but it will arrive faster than you think. Make a plan now to make the most of this summer.
Bay Commitment Scholarship opens doors for first-generation college students
The Bay Area Community Foundation's Bay Commitment Scholarship Program has been a vital resource for first-generation college students in the Bay and Arenac counties since 2008, providing both financial assistance and crucial mentoring and support.
