Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 27th of March.
Good morning, Bay City.
The Bay City Department of Public Safety said that after Lafayette Bridge closed on Dec.
2, 194 crashes occurred in a busy detour area by March 8 compared to 178 the previous year—most because drivers followed too closely or did not yield in time.
Rascals Lounge, the Saginaw bar featured in Street Boss, is listed for $160,000 by Wilson Realty.
Bavarian Blast Waterpark held a soft opening on March 21 at Bavarian Inn Lodge and Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen opened on March 22 at 1000 North Euclid Avenue in Bangor Township on the former site of a demolished motel.
Bay Valley Resort, which closed three years ago, is set to receive a $15 million renovation that will invest nearly $5 million to upgrade its 147 guest rooms and add about 30 new jobs—county commissioners approved a brownfield designation to cover cleanup costs and infrastructure improvements. Developer Nathan Nichols said more details will be shared in the coming weeks—he aims to restore the resort as a premier venue for weddings, corporate events, and golf.
A Bay City parolee withdrew her plea for killing a woman in a drunken Saginaw Township crash — the judge said he would not follow the previous sentencing agreement when she appeared in Saginaw County District Court on Sept.
3.
The Marshall M. Fredericks Museum in Bay City is featuring the Peter Daniel Bernal exhibition titled 'Searching and Finding: Hidden Heritage'—an exhibit that shows his art and explores hidden cultural stories.
The show opened March 26 and remains available to the public.
Michigan's car seat law will change on April 2 as children must ride rear-facing until they turn 2 or outgrow their seats — the new rule replaces the previous requirement to use rear-facing seating until age 1 and 20 pounds.
Parents must also keep children in a harnessed car seat until at least 5 years old — booster seats remain required for children under 8 and those shorter than 4 feet 9 inches.
Pure AM Gold Classic Radio Concert
Experience the nostalgia of the 60s and 70s with the Pure AM Gold band as they perform iconic hits from that era.
Bay City Scavenger Hunt Adventure
12-9 p.m. | Downtown Bay City | Ticket purchase required | Explore hidden gems and compete with friends in a thrilling scavenger hunt filled with engaging challenges.
Free Easter Movie: Hop
1-3 p.m. — State Theatre — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful Easter movie with family at the historic State Theatre.
Easter Magic Show with Joel Tacey
3-5 p.m. — State Theatre — Probable ticket cost — Enjoy incredible magic and audience participation with America's Family Funnyman just in time for Easter.
Awesome Scavenger Hunt! - Bay City Buccaneer Bonanza
12-9 p.m. — 1000 Adams St, Bay City, MI — Ticket required — Embark on an exciting scavenger hunt through historic Bay City and uncover its hidden gems.
Free Easter Movie: Peter Rabbit
6:30-8:30 p.m. — State Theatre — Free entry — Enjoy a free screening of the family-friendly film Peter Rabbit this Easter.
Midnight Monster Movies: THEY LIVE Screening
Midnight — 700 N Madison Ave, Bay City, MI — $5 tickets — Experience John Carpenter's cult classic and uncover the hidden truth with the ultimate sci-fi horror film.
Empty Canvas Concert
7-9 p.m. — State Theatre — $25/person — Enjoy an artistic evening with music, wine, and the chance to participate in a grand painting raffle.
Bob Ross Run/Walk for the Trees, Happy Little 5k
9 a.m. — Bay City State Park — Registration fee applies — Celebrate the joy of nature with a whimsical 5k run/walk inspired by Bob Ross.
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