Hampton Township

The trio played Larry McCray originals.

Legendary blues guitarists travel to Hampton Township to record with Larry McCray

Three blues legends met in Hampton Township to start work on Larry McCray's next album.

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.  

Uptown Bay City is a high-profile example of a brownfield redevelopment project. ​​​​​​​
Bay County Brownfield Redevelopment Authority hopes to spur cooperation and economic growth

Decaying buildings could hold the key to the community's future. A coalition of governments created a Brownfield Redevelopment Authority to attract private developers to Bay County.

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.  

Over the years, the Hampton Theater has served different purposes in the community. Now, it's for sale and the owners are hoping someone is ready to re-open the building to serve the community again.
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 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.

In 2020, the annual Great Lakes Bay Pride Festival turned into an at-home format. Scott Ellis, at right, encouraged people and businesses to display these signs during the festival.
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. 

The award-winning robotics team at Garber High School needs your votes to win a grant to bring therapy dogs to four schools in the Essexville-Hampton district.
Local students vie for $25K grant that can bring therapy dogs to Essexville-Hampton Public Schools

The award-winning robotics team at Garber High School needs your votes to win a grant to bring therapy dogs to four schools in the Essexville-Hampton district.  

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