Midland County

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.

Jeff Yantz spends his days helping people build wealth. By night, he's a local  musician creating musical accompaniment to a night on the town.
Rock and roll and Wall Street don’t always go together – unless you’re Jeff Yantz

By day, Jeff Yantz dispenses financial advice at his Edward Jones branch office. At night, you’re likely to find Yantz performing on a stage in the area.  

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.

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.  

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. 

It's too early for locally-grown produce, but the Auburn Farmers Market is offering homemade items during May.
Auburn Farmers Market kicks off its 2021 season with food trucks and more

The Auburn Farmers Market brings back popular 2020 programs while making plans for new attractions this summer.

Scott Oswald praised Bay County officials for helping him jump the hurdles to re-developing this Auburn home. (Photo courtesy of Scott Oswald)
When problematic properties don’t sell, the Bay County Land Bank Authority steps in

For decades, the Bay County Land Bank Authority has encouraged the renovation of dilapidated, problematic homes so they can be used for families and to improve the community. The Bank’s processes, though, are largely misunderstood.  

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