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Bay City
Wednesday, January 1st, 2025
Good morning, Bay City. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bruce J. Scorsone, a retired Saginaw County District Court judge remembered for his commitment to justice, passed away at 86 on Christmas Eve. MLive
- ➤ Starting January 1st, Bay City's Independence Bridge will introduce tolls, mirroring the fees of the Liberty Bridge, with residents crossing for free until 2028 and non-residents paying up to $5.50. WNEM
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Bay County Sheriff's Office is alerting the community to scammers impersonating deputies to fraudulently solicit money over the phone. WNEM
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ In 2024, mid-Michigan experienced a mix of new business openings, bringing revitalization, alongside the closure of long-standing local favorites due to economic challenges. MLive
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Michigan introduces a new extended late antlerless firearm deer season running from Jan. 2 through Jan. 12, covering numerous counties in the Lower Peninsula. WNEM
- ➤ Michigan extends its deer hunting season for both antlered and antlerless deer, with late antlerless firearm season and urban archery season running into January. Mid Michigan NOW
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bay County's bus system secured a deal for lower toll bridge rates amidst concerns of a $600,000 annual cost impacting essential services. ABC12
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Free Kids Movie Screening: Lilo & Stitch
The Bay City Noon Optimist Club is hosting a free screening of Lilo & Stitch, with a suggested donation for local charities.
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