Music history played out in Bay City bars and clubs during the early days of rock and roll
Musician Fred Reif is working on his third book about the history of music and bands in the Great Lakes Bay Region.
West Side
Historic Midland Street retains its 19th century character
A century ago, West Bay City was a bustling business district. Today, it’s a thriving entertainment district. Sam Fitzpatrick takes you on a walking tour of five of the historic buildings in the district.
Local restaurants will pause indoor dining, but step up delivery and pickup services
The owners of Brooklyn Boyz, VNOs, Uptown Grill and Vinnie's Stockpot in Bay City discuss their plans during the three-week pause on indoor dining at Michigan's restaurants.
Land Conservancy brings blight prevention pilot program to three vacant lots in Bay City
The Saginaw Basin Land Conservancy partnered with the Bay County Treasurer to plant flower seeds on vacant lots in the city, discouraging blight and encouraging developers.
Bay County’s libraries are connecting people with books, computers, and the internet
The Bay County Library System is taking responsibility for making sure computers and internet are available to everyone in the community.
Overcoming the Odds: A 19-year-old man grows from a therapy client into an employee
A few years ago, Tristan Dean was a client of Game Changer Pediatric Therapy Services. Today, he’s an employee of the therapy clinic.
Blog: The life of a school band director in the COVID-19 pandemic
Studying music during a global crisis builds confidence, perseverance, and an appreciation for the value of art.
Blog: We’re safer together – even while 6 feet apart
The pandemic trapped many survivors of domestic violence in homes with their abusers. As a result, the Bay Area Women's Center has changed the way it offers help.
New bar owners want to ‘bring something different’ to the city’s West Side
From Frank Sinatra Fridays to special events featuring dueling pianos, Mode's Tavern brings something unique to Bay City.
Two Bay City parks are getting makeovers
One Bay City park is turning into an open-air fitness center while another city park gets ready for new playground equipment.
