The Chief Science Officer program, originating in Arizona and now implemented at SVSU and CMU, aims to increase interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) among middle and high school students. Through hands-on experiences, the program equips students with essential skills for STEM careers.

Since 2018, Isabella Bank has held its annual Compassion into Action event, a day-long company-wide community service initiative that allows all employees to volunteer across seven counties in mid-Michigan. The event, which takes place every October on Columbus Day, enables staff to participate in meaningful projects with local nonprofits.

Great Lakes Bay Health Centers – a non-profit organization providing health care to people who are underserved, uninsured, or underinsured – is consolidating its Bay County services in one building.

The Bay Area Chamber of Commerce is partnering with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation to host a nonpartisan civics competition next spring. Local students in 6th, 7th and 8th grades will have the chance to enter the competition.

The Boys & Girls Clubs Great Lakes Bay Region has served young people in the Bay City area for 67 years. Recently, the club made improvements to its Bay City facility on Lafayette Avenue.

Delta College and Saginaw Valley State University signed a formal agreement making it easier than ever for students to start their college career at Delta and end at SVSU.  

A comprehensive study, titled "Where the River Meets the Bay," calls for transforming the former Dan E. Karn Generating Plant site into a public space featuring outdoor recreation areas, natural habitat, mixed-use development, and a clean energy complex.