Bay County moves to cleaner energy with the proposed decommissioning of Karn Plant in 2023
Consumers Energy has proposed a sweeping plan calling for cleaner, renewable energy, with Bay County’s coal-fired Karn Plant set to be retired by 2023.
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Artist needs your photos to create an exhibit at Studio 23 capturing the essence of community life
Studio 23 wants your photos of Bay County to consider for an exhibit in March. You can submit photos through an online portal between now and Nov. 1.
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.
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.
House lights have dimmed at Hampton theater, but there could be a bright future on the horizon
Since it was built in 1985, the Hampton 5 theater has served as a place to watch movies, worship, and to distribute necessities for the community. Now, the owner has the theater for sale and is hoping a buyer is ready to open the building for its fourth act.
The ice fishing season may be ending in Bay City, but don’t put your shanty away just yet
Operation Shantyville has grown from one man’s mission to support local businesses into a community phenomenon as diners pack their tents to eat outdoors, extending the capacity of area restaurants.
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.
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.
Great Lakes Bay Pride looks to 2021 as a year filled with growth and change
Great Lakes Bay Pride is focusing on four areas – developing a referral system, improving access to programs, creating a physical space, and restoring programs canceled in 2020.
New United Way of Bay County program offers financial help to quarantined families of young students
Parents forced to miss work when a child is out of school due to COVID-19 may be eligible for help from a new Quarantined Student Assistance program.
