Good morning, Bay City.

The Bay Area Chamber of Commerce will move its office to 101 1st Street, Suite 101 downtown in April 2026 to join Bay Future, Inc., the Downtown Management Board, and the Downtown Development Authority to boost local business ties (a move aimed at closer economic collaboration).

Ana Sanchez has been approved as a McDonald’s owner/operator after nearly 20 years with the company; she now runs restaurants in Sanford and Clare and her family supports local programs through school events and youth sponsorships.

ABC12 will air R1SE: Education and Recreation on Shark Tank tomorrow at 10 p.m. — the show spotlights local education and recreation updates for our community.

Michigan DNR sends weekly Winged Wednesday texts that update over 5,000 subscribers on bird sightings at state parks + wildlife areas.

The texts encourage all locals to explore new spots and highlight a different species and park each week.

At city hall on Monday, March 23, residents, business owners and a commissioner met with Breaking Bread Village to discuss immigration issues and the contentious Confederate Railroad booking at the fireworks festival.

The roundtable provided a forum for diverse community views on local policies.

The Michigan Treasury warns Bay City tax filers to watch for scam calls and emails as the April 15 income tax deadline nears.

Officials say the department never calls for immediate payment — so verify contact details with official lines before sharing any information.

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.

Pups & Pages at Wirt Library

2-3 p.m. — Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library — Registration required — Children ages 4-12 can enjoy reading to certified therapy dogs in a warm, supportive environment.