Good morning, Bay City.

Jack's Fruit and Meat Market in Essexville reopened Tuesday after finishing renovations to repair damage from a December fire.

Owner Jack Stehle thanked loyal customers as the market resumed operations.

Pinconning Area Schools Board of Education on Feb.

9 discussed replacing a planned auditorium with a cost-saving hybrid 'cafeterium' (a combined cafeteria and auditorium serving 400 to 500 students) and approved handbook updates to clarify online class policies for attendance and testing requirements.

The DNR warns snowmobile and off-road vehicle riders to ride safely this Presidents Day weekend by staying sober, riding within their limits, and wearing helmets while on busy trails + yielding to nonmotorized users.

Gov. Whitmer’s proposed plan would create a sales tax holiday on school supplies to help Bay City families save money.

Local store owner Jan Jaskiewicz and soon-to-be owner Nicole Hartwick said the plan could ease back-to-school costs if lawmakers approve the proposal.

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services and Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development warn residents today to avoid buying unregistered pesticides that contain dichlorvos after poisonings were reported in the state.

Check for EPA registration numbers and follow label directions (to help protect families and pets).

The Tummy Ache candy shop now offers Sound in Silence, a space where calming sounds from plants and bowls help visitors relax.

Located on North Johnson Street, the shop serves sweets while renting out the peaceful space for events + parties.

Hell's Half Mile Film Series: It's Not Too Cold For Shorts

7-8:30 p.m. — State Theatre — Cost info not provided — An exciting collection of short films ranging from comedy to drama, sure to delight local film enthusiasts.

Monthly Mug Meals for Teens

2:30-4:00 p.m. — Auburn Area Branch Library — Registration required — Learn to make microwave meals with a fun pasta dish this month.

Seed Sorting for the Seed Library

10 AM – 4 PM — Bay County Library System — Free entry — Help prepare for the 9th Season of the Seed Library with provided supplies.

Bookmobile Stop at Montessori Children's House

10:30-11:30 a.m. — Montessori Children's House of Bay City — Free entry — Discover a diverse range of books for all ages at the traveling Bookmobile library.

Pi & Pie Diamond Art Workshop

10:00 – 11:30 AM — Auburn Area Branch Library — Registration required — Celebrate Pi Day by creating pie-themed diamond art and enjoying slices of pie.