Owning a home is a huge part of the American Dream for those that call Michigan home. It is also one of the keys to building wealth, which many Black families have learned and now strive for.
An Affordable Housing Program grant from Federal Home Loan Bank of Indianapolis allowed Dogwood Community Development to complete Shelby Trails apartments.
Thanks to the annual United Way of Gratiot & Isabella Counties Stuff the Bus campaign, this year over 500 elementary classrooms throughout Isabella and Gratiot counties will be receiving gift cards over the next two weeks, along with a goody bag for their classrooms that includes basic supplies such as scissors or crayons.
Recently awarded with 2023’s The Good Prize from United Way, Angie Evans has easily become a household name in Mt. Pleasant. We hear her on the radio, see her volunteering with numerous organizations across town, and benefit from the passion she gives to growing our community.
Visitors to this year’s Tall Ship Celebration, which takes place from July 18-21 in downtown Bay City, have the opportunity to sample history while greeting the Pride of Baltimore II, a ship that’s become a Great Lakes Bay Region favorite.
The Outdoor Recreation Advisory Council recently connected with a large group of Midland outdoor recreation enthusiasts, business owners and nonprofits after being appointed by Governor Whitmer last month.
The 2020 Census has big implications for state and local funding, we talk to the Great Lakes Bay Region Census Hub Coordinator, Chloe Updegraff, on the importance of the process.
Melanie Duke, branch manager at Member's First Credit Union, recently donated all of her hair to help kids suffering from hair loss.
With the help of the Great Lakes Bay Regional Alliance, our community is home to several resources to help local students get involved with STEM education in order to prepare for the workforce of tomorrow.
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