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The seasons are changing, but farmers market days aren’t over yet
As summer gives way to fall, farmers markets across the Great Lakes Bay Region are still going strong, offering fresh produce and local goods before the season winds down.
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The seasons are changing, but farmers market days aren’t over yet
As summer gives way to fall, farmers markets across the Great Lakes Bay Region are still going strong, offering fresh produce and local goods before the season winds down.
A.H. Nickless Innovation Award launches 14th annual competition with $77,500 in scholarships and grants available
High school students across Bay, Midland, Saginaw and Tuscola counties can now register for the 14th annual A.H. Nickless Innovation Award, competing for a share of up to $77,500 in scholarships and STEM education grants.
Disability Network Mid-Michigan opposes DOJ memo on Independent Living
Disability Network Mid-Michigan is pushing back against a federal policy shift it says could threaten access to home- and community-based services for older adults and people with disabilities.
August brings a full stage of live music across the Great Lakes Bay Region
Looking for an easy way to spend a summer evening? From free concerts in downtown Midland to weekend festivals celebrating local music and culture, these August events offer affordable ways to get outside, support local communities and enjoy live entertainment across the Great Lakes Bay Region.
The Farm Bill, SNAP, and the childcare connection
SNAP helps families meet all basic needs, including childcare.
Dream Dress Express returns with free formalwear for homecoming season
Greater Midland North Family Center will host its annual Dream Dress Express Aug. 27-29, offering more than 3,000 free dresses, shoes and accessories to community members preparing for homecoming and other formal events. Appointments are required, but there are no income or residency requirements.
River Days returns to downtown Midland this week
Hot air balloons, live music, family activities and fireworks will return to downtown Midland as River Days celebrates its annual four-day festival July 30 through Aug. 2.
City of Mural Community Festival returns this month
United We Go will bring Bay City’s public art scene to life Aug. 11-16 during the fourth annual City of Mural Community Festival. The weeklong event will feature four new murals, community painting opportunities, live entertainment and the Paint the Park fundraiser at Wenonah Park.
Delta’s new President has vision of bringing students back to campus
Dr. Michelle Allmendinger brings an educator’s perspective and a student-first approach to her new role as Delta College president. As she settles into the position, she plans to spend her first year listening to the community while working toward a long-term vision of growing enrollment and helping more students complete their degrees.
Community leaders to receive Bay Area Community Foundation’s highest honor
The Bay Area Community Foundation will honor Ellen Charlebois and Michael Hanisko with its highest recognition, the Peggy Rowley Community Enrichment Award, during the 2026 Faces of Philanthropy Celebration.
Summer exhibitions and youth programs bring new experiences to Saginaw Art Museum
The Saginaw Art Museum’s summer lineup pairs nationally recognized exhibitions with hands-on learning, giving visitors a chance to explore the work of Andy Warhol and Judy Bowman while young artists develop new skills through a three-day printmaking camp.
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