Federal COVID-19 relief funds pave the way for roadwork in Bay City
Bay City received $31 million in ARPA funds. The city is using a big part of that money to fix roads and replace lead water service lines.
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Q&A with MBS International Airport Director James Canders
The Great Lakes Bay Region is in a time of leadership transition. Today, Route Bay City profiles James Canders, who was appointed Airport Director at MBS International Airport, in 2020.
Issue Media Group Launches Rural Innovation eXchange
Issue Media Group is excited to announce the company’s latest online media project – Rural Innovation eXchange (RIX). RIX will focus on the innovation, talent, entrepreneurship, social innovation and community development taking place in rural Michigan and feature the work of rural talent and content creators.
Work began on Liberty Bridge in December, but Bay City residents won’t pay tolls for another 5 years
About a month ago, workers closed one side of Liberty Bridge to begin long-awaited repairs to the span. Now, the firm making the repairs updates the community on its progress and next steps.
The Bay City Road Corridor: Looking back and thinking ahead
Bay City Road has evolved over the decades on Midland’s east side. With the retail giant Costco moving in one year ago, we examine how this corridor may spur additional development and continue to change over the next decade. The Midland Business Alliance also speaks to how they attract and support business growth.
Bird e-scooters land in Bay City and make a big splash
The electric scooters you see zipping around Bay City aren’t just for the kids. People are using them to commute to and from work.
Buttles & Indian Corridor Improvement Project moves into design phase
The Buttles & Indian Corridor Improvement Project is now in the design phase, led by the Michigan Department of Transportation. To stay up-to-date on the project, tune in to the new Word on the Street(s) podcast.
Midland expands shared transportation options as part of accessibility improvement strategy
The City of Midland has enlisted Bird Rides Inc. to manage a fleet of 100 shared-use electric scooters available at locations throughout the city limits. The program fits into the city’s plans for creating a community more accessible to various forms of transportation.
Online survey allows area residents to influence region’s non-motorized transportation plans
If you use the paved trails in the community, then the Bay City Area Transportation Study would like to talk to you. The group is considering updates to pathways provided for non-motorized transportation such as walking, bicycling, and kayaking.
Sweet plan would put less salt on Michigan roads in the winter
State Rep. Brian Elder is advocating the state to study adding sugar beets to road salt. He believes the mix could reduce pollutants in the watershed and cause less damage to Michigan's roads.
Q&A with MBS International Airport Director James Canders
The Great Lakes Bay Region is in a time of leadership transition. Today, Route Bay City profiles James Canders, who was appointed Airport Director at MBS International Airport, in 2020.
Issue Media Group Launches Rural Innovation eXchange
Issue Media Group is excited to announce the company’s latest online media project – Rural Innovation eXchange (RIX). RIX will focus on the innovation, talent, entrepreneurship, social innovation and community development taking place in rural Michigan and feature the work of rural talent and content creators.
Work began on Liberty Bridge in December, but Bay City residents won’t pay tolls for another 5 years
About a month ago, workers closed one side of Liberty Bridge to begin long-awaited repairs to the span. Now, the firm making the repairs updates the community on its progress and next steps.
The Bay City Road Corridor: Looking back and thinking ahead
Bay City Road has evolved over the decades on Midland’s east side. With the retail giant Costco moving in one year ago, we examine how this corridor may spur additional development and continue to change over the next decade. The Midland Business Alliance also speaks to how they attract and support business growth.
Bird e-scooters land in Bay City and make a big splash
The electric scooters you see zipping around Bay City aren’t just for the kids. People are using them to commute to and from work.
Buttles & Indian Corridor Improvement Project moves into design phase
The Buttles & Indian Corridor Improvement Project is now in the design phase, led by the Michigan Department of Transportation. To stay up-to-date on the project, tune in to the new Word on the Street(s) podcast.
Midland expands shared transportation options as part of accessibility improvement strategy
The City of Midland has enlisted Bird Rides Inc. to manage a fleet of 100 shared-use electric scooters available at locations throughout the city limits. The program fits into the city’s plans for creating a community more accessible to various forms of transportation.
Online survey allows area residents to influence region’s non-motorized transportation plans
If you use the paved trails in the community, then the Bay City Area Transportation Study would like to talk to you. The group is considering updates to pathways provided for non-motorized transportation such as walking, bicycling, and kayaking.
Sweet plan would put less salt on Michigan roads in the winter
State Rep. Brian Elder is advocating the state to study adding sugar beets to road salt. He believes the mix could reduce pollutants in the watershed and cause less damage to Michigan's roads.
