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Throwback: 1913 goodwill trip between Midland, Coleman
Midland businessmen made the 20-plus-mile trek to Coleman in 1913 for a goodwill trip. The Midlanders were greeted at Railway and Fourth streets by Coleman Mayor George Kent and his son Ray along with a goat, a fife and drum band and a gathering of townspeople. Local Midland businessmen included Ike Holstrom, James J. Savage (real estate), Harmon L. Fairchild (lawyer) and August (Gus) Wenzel (hardware).
MyMichigan Medical Center Clare begins renovation, expansion
MyMichigan Medical Center Clare officially broke ground on the 51,000 square-foot expansion and revitalization project at a ceremony on July 15 held at the Medical Center. MyMichigan Health leadership, board members, employees and community members joined in the celebration. “This expansion and renovation project will create a Medical Center that...
Mayor hopeful that Cornfest will return to Auburn after judge's ruling
A ruling by Judge Joseph Sheeran in Bay County's 18th Circuit Court on Thursday was an important step toward bringing the annual Auburn Cornfest back to Auburn, according to the Auburn Area Chamber of Commerce. A statement sent to the Daily News by Auburn Area Chamber of Commerce President Scott...
Coleman Schools attempting another bond proposal
Coleman Community Schools will make another attempt at passing a bond proposal on the Nov. 5 ballot, which would generate up to $10.6 million. The school district has progressively lowered the amount of its bond proposals since 2021 and has inched closer to a "yes" vote. The Nov. 5 bond...
Midland City Council to receive list of potential flood reduction projects at Monday meeting
Midland residents will get a first look at how the city might spend its $40 million appropriation from the State as Spicer Group presents a list of potential flood reduction infrastructure projects to City Council at 7 p.m. on Monday in City Hall. Last year, the State of Michigan included...
Great Lakes Beer Festival gears up for third annual event at Dow Diamond
There are a lot of beer festivals in Michigan, but there’s only one Great Lakes Beer Festival, a celebration of the craft beer community that takes place annually at Dow Diamond. The Midland ballpark, home of the minor league baseball team The Great Lakes Loons, has proven to be...
Breck mayor recognizes life-saving efforts by Police Chief Karlgaard
During the Breckenridge city council earlier this week, Breckenridge Police Chief Kris Karlgaard received a Life Saving Award after his immediate response to a call saved a man’s life. Breckenridge Mayor Russ Wilson presented Kris with the award, noting the incident on June 27 when a call was made...
Central Michigan Volleyball 2024 Schedule Features Exciting Non-Conference Matchups
The Central Michigan Volleyball team's 2024 non-conference schedule was unveiled, featuring trips to Illinois, New York, and Pennsylvania, and hosting the Chippewa Invitational at McGuirk Arena. 10 teams in the preseason schedule finished the 2023 season in the top 50 for various statistical categories in NCAA Division I Volleyball. Notable...
Bay County Commissioners choose Jayme Johnson to fill 7th District seat
BAY CITY, MI – It took two votes, but the Bay County Board of Commissioners appointed Jayme Johnson as the new 7th District Commissioner during a county meeting Tuesday, July 16. Commissioners voted 4-2 in favor of Johnson, a Bay City Public Schools employee and Essexville resident. He was...
Granite JV chosen for $113M Michigan bridge project
Award: Lafayette Bascule Bridge removal and replacement. Clients: Federal Highway Administration, Michigan DOT. Granite Construction will get a lift to its backlog as part of a joint venture working on a $113 million bridge project in Bay City, Michigan. Watsonville, California-based Granite and Plain, Wisconsin-headquartered Kraemer North America will team...
After 10 years, Children’s Grief Center continues serving area kids
When you walk into the Children’s Grief Center of the Great Lakes Bay Region’s office on James Savage Road in Midland, you will be greeted by welcoming staff, colorful artwork, and the organization’s core values printed and displayed around the building. “We wanted, as a staff, to...
On stage this summer with Hope Reperatory Theatre
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD)- Summer is a great time to check out what’s on stage with Hope Reperatory Theatre. The theatre, now in their 52nd season, has three productions left this summer: Big Fish, Detroit ’67, and their theatre for younger audiences, Dragon Pack Snack Attack. Big Fish...
A little bad weather can't stop Great Lakes Bay Pride from bringing the region together
Volunteers stepped up to make sure the regional Great Lakes Bay Pride Festival celebrating community and visibility happens in 2024. Severe weather in June forced organizers to postpone the Great Lakes Bay Pride Festival until Sat., Aug. 17. The re-scheduled festival is set to take place from 11 a.m to...
Blust Awarded Scholarship for Northwood University Program
The MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers Modern Industry eXpertise Leadership 2.0 Scholarship, made possible by the University of Aftermarket Foundation, has been awarded to Parker Blust, Executive Assistant & Special Projects at Schaeffler. This full-ride scholarship provides the recipient with an opportunity to attend Northwood University’s Leadership 2.0 program. Blust is...
Bay City barbershop open 24/7
BAY CITY, Mich. (WNEM) - A 24/7 barbershop opened on Bay City’s west side a few months ago. A mainstay in many communities is the barbershop. It’s where you go for a fresh fade or trim to get yourself looking good. At Global Appeal River Walk Barbershop, they...
CMU announces plan to consolidate College of Medicine at Saginaw campus
As demand for medical education and health care grows in Michigan and nationally, Central Michigan University’s College of Medicine is pursuing a plan to expand its programs and consolidate into a new home as part of the Medical Diamond Project in Saginaw, Michigan. Currently, first- and second-year medical students are based on CMU’s Mount Pleasant campus, while the majority of third- and fourth-year students are based in Saginaw. The Medical Diamond Project is a collaborative effort led by a committee of Great Lakes Bay Region partners. Situated along the riverfront in Saginaw, the project is anchored on two sides by Covenant and...
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