Good morning, Bay City.

The historic Reese Faith Community Church (1968 Rhodes St.) burned on Saturday, March 14 with no injuries, and the congregation moved services to Ware Smith Woolever Funeral Home while planning to rebuild a new one-story building at the same site.

Local organizers held a silent auction that benefitted Leadership Bay County on Mar.

17; the event attracted community bidders who supported local leadership initiatives through donated items.

The Bay City Fireworks Festival has launched an online auction with a guitar donated by local radio host Hairball John+ featuring signatures from classic rock musicians.

The festival runs July 1-4 and will mark America’s 250th anniversary with a large fireworks display and fundraising efforts like the Earl Challenge.

North Peak Brewing Co. and Kilkenny’s Irish Public House will open Wednesday, May 6 in downtown Bay City at 1100 N.

Water St.—a project delayed since 2017 that involved a $4.7 million redevelopment and extensive environmental cleanup.

Members First Credit Union held a groundbreaking ceremony Tuesday, Mar.

17 at 10 a.m. for its new Bay City branch on East Wilder Road (next to O’Reilly Auto Parts) with company leaders offering brief remarks.

Mama Lupo’s ice cream shop, a longtime local favorite for 29+ years, is on sale at $150,000 at 200 N.

Henry St. on the west side, offering buyers a turnkey business with equipment included.

Michigan gas prices surged on Tuesday as tensions with Iran pushed the statewide average to about $3.99 per gallon and Kalamazoo stations to about $3.83, prompting drivers to adjust their routines to save money.

Bay County local governments collected nearly $2 million in marijuana excise tax revenue in 2025 from 18 licensed retailers, with Bay City and Bangor Township each receiving over $400,000.

The funds help support state schools and roads.

Great Lakes Bay Health Centers announced its new community health center in Uptown Bay City is set to open this fall.

The nonprofit group began construction in November 2024 to expand local care and services.

Easter Magic Show

3-5 p.m. — State Theatre — Tickets may be required — Experience jaw-dropping magic and a special appearance by the Easter Bunny with Joel Tacey, America's Family Funnyman.

Living Library in Focus: Women in Industry

6-7 PM — Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library — Registration recommended — Hear inspiring stories from leading women in business and entrepreneurship.

Bookmobile Stop at Montessori Children's House

10:30-11:30 a.m. — Montessori Children's House of Bay City — Free entry — Explore a treasure trove of books for all ages at the Bookmobile stop.

Free Easter Movie: Hop

6-8 p.m. — State Theatre — Free entry — Enjoy a family-friendly screening of 'Hop' this Easter season.

Pure AM Gold Concert

6 PM – 12 AM — State Theatre — Prices vary — Relive the golden age of 60s and 70s AM Radio with an 8-piece horn band performing classic hits.

Legendary Lit: A Fantasy Book Club

10:30-11:30 a.m. — Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library — Registration required — Dive into the mystical world of fantasy literature with a fresh book every six weeks.

Bookmobile Stop at Montessori Children's House

10:30-11:30 a.m. — Montessori Children's House of Bay City — Free entry — Explore a mobile library packed with books for all ages and sign up for a library card.