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Teach Me Tuesdays: Building confidence through real world learning

Mrs. Render is helping students gain independence and dignity through hands-on life skills and meaningful connections.

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Students find their rhythm on the river with Bay City Rowing Club

Along the Saginaw River, students at the Bay City Rowing Club are learning teamwork, trust and confidence through rowing. What began as an adult club expanded in 2018 to include youth, welcoming beginners and guiding them from rowing machines to the water. For rowers like Addison Butcher, it offers a calming outlet and a strong sense of connection.

ABC Greater Michigan invites community to grant wishes; make dreams come true for Make-A-Wish Michigan children

The Associated Builders & Contractors Greater Michigan chapter invites the community to be a part of the grant-wishing opportunity at the 39th annual Great Lakes Bay Regional Fundraiser on Friday, April 17.

Affordable, quality childcare benefits families and boosts the local economy

When the United Way of Bay County invests in local childcare centers, it strengthens the safety net supporting working families.

NAMI Family-to-Family program provides hope and mental health support

The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Middle Michigan kicked off its free Family-to-Family education series this month. The eight-week-long course helps caregivers and family members of those living with a mental illness.

Nearly $300K in Seed Awards bolster Michigan’s local food and farming

Nearly $300,000 in Seed Awards from the Michigan Good Food Fund will support 18 food and farm businesses across Michigan, helping small, locally rooted operations grow and improve food access.

Fun for all ages at Midland's City Forest
Winter fun awaits at area parks

Parks across Bay City, Midland, and Saginaw provide opportunities for sledding, ice skating, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and winter walks.

Smart court technology, renovations planned at Greater Midland Tennis Center

The Greater Midland Tennis Center announced new facility upgrades aimed at improving player development and attracting high-level tournaments.

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Hidden Harvest turns waste not into want not across the Great Lakes Bay Region

Take a look behind the scenes at Hidden Harvest, which saves around 250,000 pounds of surplus food each month, distributing it to pantries and soup kitchens in the region.

“When I grow up.” Inspiring kids to dream big about careers in health care

These collaborations show how growing interest in health care careers can begin early.

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