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This 25-foot inflatable duck ‘died’ so a Michigan business could thrive
BIRCH RUN, MI — Thrifty the Inflatable Duck is dead. Long live Thrifty the Inflatable Duck. The owner of Thrifty Treasures Antiques and More said the 25-foot-tall inflatable duck that once helped attract business to her Birch Run store will continue to do so, even after a mid-Michigan windstorm earlier this week led to the big blow-up animal’s demise.
Hungry for a ‘Sub Above?’ Jersey Mike’s fast-casual sandwich shop to open in Bay City
BAY CITY, MI — Last week, Michael Balen, operating partner of the franchise group Jersey Mike’s Subs, posted an announcement on his private Facebook page. The post teased he was to open a Jersey Mike’s location in Bay City and was seen and shared by hundreds of people hungry to learn more.
Goose Tooth’s bar with 24 taps opening just in time for Memorial Cup in Saginaw
SAGINAW, MI — One of Downtown Saginaw’s newest restaurants will open its bar just in time for the Memorial Cup hockey tournament and the influx of visitors expected to come with it. Amberlyn Hales, owner of downtown Bay City’s MI Table, recently opened Goose Tooth Co., a pizzeria...
Saginaw’s 2024 Memorial Parade will follow same route, new staging process
SAGINAW, MI — Memorial Day is approaching, and Saginaw-area residents will observe the holiday with a patriotic parade. Saginaw’s annual Memorial Day parade starts at 11 a.m. on the holiday, Monday, May 27, followed by a ceremony at noon at Saginaw County Veterans Memorial Plaza at Hoyt Park.
Wishing to fish all year long? Live on a river at the mouth of Saginaw Bay for $499,900
FAIRGROVE TWP, MI – In a serene area that feels secluded off a small private road, a chalet-style home is on the market ready to make any fisherman’s dream of casting their lines daily come true. With the ability to tie up boats on Quanicassee River near the...
Garden Talk: 4 flowers we need to have in our garden
There are always new varieties of flowers to try. Here are a few recommendations from a long-time Michigan greenhouse. Over the years, plant breeders have developed prettier, more sturdy and hardy flowers. I’ve experienced this improvement throughout my gardening life. Not every variety that is supposed to be improved over the last best variety is actually a better plant.
Bob’s Bites: Prost’s lobster Benedict is a brunch fit for royalty
Sunday brunch outside on a patio. Lobster. Eggs with the runny yolk. Espresso martini. I’m not. I’m so poor that the waiters consider donating the tip back to me. But when you visit Prost! Wine Bar & Charcuterie in Bay City, that’s the vibe. The ambiance and climate are regal.
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