WWII Veteran: Henry Meabrod Sr.

Henry Meabrod Sr., 93, remembers exactly where he was when he heard the news of the attack on Pearl Harbor – riding around in a car with friends listening to the radio. He also remembers exactly where he was when the Japanese surrendered at the end of WWII – in Tokyo Bay. This is his story.

Entrepreneur competition expands with networking lunch leading up to the big event

The Muse Insight for Entrepreneurship Program is designed to pull together economic development resources in Bay, Isabella, Midland, and Saginaw counties.

Q&A with Scott Ellis, the new director of Perceptions

For the first time in its nearly 20-year history, Perceptions has hired a full-time executive director. The new director hopes to make the Great Lakes Bay Region more welcoming for the LGBTQ community.

Teaming up: The impact of the Dow Great Lakes Bay Invitational

Long after the crowds, cameras and action cease, the Dow Great Lakes Bay Invitational is making a lasting impact on the region through the #TeamUp event with local nonprofits.

Susan Salhaney at Judson Family Center in Warren.
Integrating behavioral health into pediatric care holds longterm benefits

Offering behavioral health care at the pediatrician’s office can not only cut costs but also create healthier, happier communities in the future. 

Helping others in times of need: Annual winter- and Christmas-giving tradition returns

The non-profit organization Christmas Outreach of Isabella County nears its annual winter-wear and Christmas gift giving event. This time, however, guests must register before Thanksgiving. Once registered, guests will gather at Finch Field House on Friday and Saturday, Dec. 6 and 7, to benefit from the community’s Christmas cheer.

Dance showcase features community members banding together to raise funds for the United Way

The 8th annual Dance United fundraiser for United Way of Gratiot and Isabella Counties takes place at 7 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 8, at McGuirk Arena. Tickets for the event are $10 for adults, $5 for those aged 17 and under, and $5 for CMU students.  

Bay City museum teaches history in order to honor military veterans

Mel Smith turned a 40-year hobby into a museum honoring veterans and educating young people about history and heroes. In preparation for Veterans Day, the Michigan Traveling Military Museum and the Bay County Department of Veteran Affairs are each planning special events.

Bay City’s ghosts originate from home and afar

Spend a moonlit October night seeking ghosts and the paranormal in Bay City. Scary legends await you on guided tours.

Going green: Mt. Pleasant area businesses step up sustainability efforts

Local businesses are using a wide variety of methods to try being more environmentally friendly.

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