Fun at River Roar in Bay City

Frontwoman Joanna Connor rips out a guitar solo during the Joanna Connor Band’s set Saturday at the Dow Bay City River Roar. Vision Mid Michigan’s Libby March snapped a few photos for our Flickr album here.

Bay City’s Stock Pot a time machine to the 1950s

by Kristen Pelkki, Vision Mid Michigan

Upon opening the door, guests are greeted by Elvis and Betty Boop and a checker-patterned floor. The booths and bar stools sparkle with purple and silver and the walls are adorned with old pictures and memorabilia.
Located at 1007 Washington Avenue in Bay City, Mich. is The Stock Pot. This fun little restaurant is a hidden [...]

Bootcamp for entrepreneurs launched

FastTrac® NewVenture™, a training program for new entrepreneurs seeking to launch a business, will begin in Bay County on Sept. 17.
During the nine session course, entrepreneurs will:

Evaluate the feasibility of their business concept
Network with peers and mentors
Gain new resources
Learn to operate a profitable business, attract new clients or customers, retain employees, and improve service and [...]

Your guide to giving back

by Tracy Burton, Vision Mid Michigan

For the past 30 years, volunteers from Christmas Outreach of Isabella County have been making a difference for families during the holiday season. This year, they have helped 900.
“We’re reaching out to as many families as possible, especially those who might not qualify for other programs,” said Melanie Zalewski, a volunteer coordinator for Christmas Outreach. [...]