Nine graduating seniors earn accolades for their volunteer work during high school
The Michigan Governor Youth Service Awards acknowledge Michigan youth for their achievements and encourages youth to engage in a lifetime of service.
Midland County
New equipment helps plant wildflowers in order to draw in pollinators
The Bay County Soil Conservation District was awarded a $39,000 grant through EGLE to purchase a new No-Till Drill. The compact drill allows property owners to seed small plots of land, creating habitats for pollinators and filling otherwise unusable land with wildflowers.
Experience local charm when summer brings festivals and more to Bay County
Get out your calendars, summer fun is just around the corner. Highlights include the return of the Appledore IV, the Bay City Fireworks Festival, and Wednesdays in the Park.
New owners at Tri City Motor Speedway vow to honor tradition while revving up the future
The brothers who now own Tri City Motor Speedway, Klint and Kalvin Lewis, say the 2025 season will focus on providing thrilling races while building the audience, attracting drivers, and securing sponsors.
The Helen M. Nickless Volunteer Clinic offers more than medicine
For more than 20 years, volunteers and community donations keep the Nickless Clinic open for people without insurance.
Bay City powers ahead, exceeding state goals for green energy
Bay City Electric Light & Power offers free energy check-ups to customers who want to reduce their utility bills.
Navigating Bay City’s toll bridges: Q&A with Kevin Bischel
Bay City is now home to two toll bridges. While that has many drivers planning ways to get around town without paying the tolls, General Manager Kevin Bischel says the bridges are helping our economy and community.
Local light shows and events keep December in Bay County merry and bright
From brilliant light shows and awe-inspiring music to sales and visits with Santa, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this month in the Great Lakes Bay Region.
Sister City Project bridges cultures across the Atlantic Ocean
Students from both Bay City and Germany immersed themselves in a foreign culture and came away with new perspectives. Educators in each community hope the exchange program grows in the coming years.
Sanford celebrates Neighboring Week at Salt Spring
Sanford celebrates Neighboring Week with an ice cream social hosted at Salt Spring, showing how the spirit of "Sanford Strong" still remains.
