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Sentinel Photo/Jessica Shepard Free snow cones were just a part of the summertime fun at El Maton National Hall last week. The Wednesday, July 31, event featured water slides, a water-filled volleyball court, bubble machine, snacks, water balloons, and a train ride for kids of all ages. Attendees also registered for a chance to win several door prizes including gift buckets and various inflatable toys.

Sentinel Photo/Jessica Shepard Free snow cones were just a part of the summertime fun at El Maton National Hall last week. The Wednesday, July 31, event featured water slides, a water-filled volleyball court, bubble machine, snacks, water balloons, and a train ride for kids of all ages. Attendees also registered for a chance to win several door prizes including gift buckets and various inflatable toys.

Snow Cones at El Maton National Hall

News Staff
Thursday, August 8, 2024

3 ways the climate crisis will impact the hurricane season

News Staff
Thursday, August 8, 2024
   The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicts the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season could be one of the most active on record with 17 to 25 named storms, 8 to 13 becoming hurricanes and as many as 7 developing into major hurricanes during hurricane season which officially runs...
Sentinel Photo/Jessica Shepard Bay City Police Chief Christella Rodriguez and Bay City Community Development Corporation Executive Director Jessica Russell posed with the BCCDC board to celebrate the community partnership between the entities Monday afternoon. The partnership will help fund the creation of a new public safety facility.

Sentinel Photo/Jessica Shepard Bay City Police Chief Christella Rodriguez and Bay City Community Development Corporation Executive Director Jessica Russell posed with the BCCDC board to celebrate the community partnership between the entities Monday afternoon. The partnership will help fund the creation of a new public safety facility.

"BCCDC board OKs new business retention employee position" by: Jessica Shepard

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Thursday, August 1, 2024
   Bay City Community Development Corporation (BCCDC) board members unanimously approved creating a “Business Retention and Expansion Specialist” role for the BCCDC office during their regular meeting Monday afternoon.  All voting board members were present for the meeting except Ben Flores.

"Denbow to head new department" by: Jessica Shepard

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Thursday, August 1, 2024
   The City of Bay City announced the creation of a new Communications and Marketing Department last week.  This strategic move is designed to strengthen the city’s outreach efforts, improve transparency, and enhance the effectiveness of communication between the municipality and its residents.

"Main Street Program to fully return to the city " by: Jessica Shepard

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Thursday, August 1, 2024
   City Council unanimously voted against renewing the Main Street Program management contract with Bay City Community Development Corporation (BCCDC) after a brief executive session on July 23.  The contract will conclude Monday, Sept. 30, and means the Main Street program will return to the city.
Sentinel photo/Jessica Shepard Bay City Public Library hosted "Hometown Heroes" featuring the Bay City Police Department, Bay City Municipal Court, the Crisis Center, Tenaris, and Midfield Fire Department Monday, July 29. Above, Juliana Maldonado tries on Midfield Volunteer Fire Department bunker gear during the Bay City Public Library's "Hometown Heroes" event.

Sentinel photo/Jessica Shepard Bay City Public Library hosted "Hometown Heroes" featuring the Bay City Police Department, Bay City Municipal Court, the Crisis Center, Tenaris, and Midfield Fire Department Monday, July 29. Above, Juliana Maldonado tries on Midfield Volunteer Fire Department bunker gear during the Bay City Public Library's "Hometown Heroes" event.

BCPL hosts 'Hometown Heroes' event

News Staff
Thursday, August 1, 2024
Courtesy photo City Council members, Bay City Police Department and Municipal Court employees gather in front of the new site for the Police Department and Municipal Court

Courtesy photo City Council members, Bay City Police Department and Municipal Court employees gather in front of the new site for the Police Department and Municipal Court

"Police Chief reviews BCPD strategic plan with Council" by: Mike Reddell

News Staff
Thursday, August 1, 2024
   Bay City Police Chief Christella Rodriguez told City Council last week that she couldn’t say enough about superior training and the goal Bay City Police Department sets for improving itself.  Rodriguez led Council through BCPD’s 2024-2028 Strategic Plan at the July 23 council meeting.
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