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Great White will take the stage at the Labadie Rib Fest on Fri., July 25, as part of a four-day music and BBQ celebration.

Great White continues to evolve and rock on, bringing its classic rock to the Labadie Rib Fest stage

For nearly 50 years, Great White has defied easy categorization and the fickle nature of the music industry, achieving success in several different decades.

Restoration work on the Frank N. Anderson Nature Trail removed tree branches that had pushed bumps into the paved pathway.
Hikers and bikers applaud the volunteers who repaired the Frank N. Andersen Nature Trail

Users are praising restoration work on the Frank N. Andersen Nature Trail. Over a half mile of the popular trail – focused on the stretch between Lauria Road and Mussell Beach Drive-In – underwent extensive repairs.

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.

The Fields at Linwood, a lavender farm in Bay County, hosts its annual Open Fields event from July 4-6.
Visitors can tour a growing agritourism farm, specializing in lavender and wildflowers

The Fields at Linwood, a lavender farm in Bay County, hosts its annual Open Fields event from July 4-6.

Senior Fraud Prevention Workshop aims to equip people to spot scams

Senior citizens can learn to protect themselves during a Senior Fraud Prevention Workshop, set for Fri., June 27 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Bay County Community Center.

Business by the Bay accepting applications through Aug. 13

Applications are open now for the annual Business by the Bay Pitch Competition.

Shane Dietrich of Dietrich's Sportfishing Charters is one of the honorees from the Great Lakes Bay Region.
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.

Pre-owned golf clubs make it affordable to enter the sport or upgrade your equipment. Encore Golf Supply also offers repair and re-fitting services.
Encore Golf Supply takes a swing at providing the region with affordable, pre-owned golf equipment

Encore Golf Supply opened its Monitor Township location in 2023. Since then, the business that focuses on selling pre-owned golf equipment, has steadily grown.

Forgot your life jacket at home while visiting the Bay City State Park? No problem. You can borrow one for the day.
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.

Wampum crosses the finish line in a Main & Jib race.
‘Family Fun Racing’ program sets sail to boost Saginaw Bay’s race scene

A new training initiative aims to teach sailors how to race on sailboats. The program hopes to get more people involved in races on the Saginaw Bay.

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