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Saturday, February 14th, 2026

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Good morning, Bay City. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of February.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • On Friday, Feb. 13, 2026, 103-year-old Vera Gobeski was honored with the Rosie the Riveter Congressional Gold Medal for her work at Dow Chemical Foundry in Bay City — the mayor declared it Vera Gobeski Day to honor her legacy and that of local WWII workers.  WNEM

BUSINESS NEWS

  • Bay County business news grows as the area’s first Chick-fil-A opened on Feb. 5 at 3540 Wilder Road in Bangor Township + Jack's Fruit and Meat Market in Essexville reopened on Feb. 10 after a Dec. 28 fire.  MLive
  • Biggby is celebrating Valentine's by offering a new lineup of seasonal drinks crafted by Team Leader Megan Smith, available today for those sharing a treat with a special someone or enjoying self-love.  Mid Michigan NOW

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Essexville-Hampton Public Schools reported that longtime teacher and board member Gary Gordon died Friday, Feb. 13 after 27 years in education—flags will be flown at half-staff as details for his funeral are announced.  MLive

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Thu, 2/19/26

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  • 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.

    Wed, 2/25/26

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  • 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.

    Sat, 2/28/26

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  • 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.

    Tue, 3/3/26

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  • 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.

    Sat, 3/14/26

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  • Bay City St. Patrick's Day Races

    8:45 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Bay City St Patrick's Day Parade — Registration required — Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with competitive and non-competitive races in a festive atmosphere.

    Sun, 3/15/26

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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