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Bay City
Friday, March 28th, 2025
Good morning, Bay City. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 28th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A Bay City mom, Kelsey Laskowski, is raising awareness for special needs—honoring her five-year-old son Gus who was diagnosed with Angelman Syndrome, a rare disorder that affects one in 15,000. She and her family have raised over $126,000 through the Go Gus Go Foundation and a children’s book to support local special needs families. ABC12
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Bay City man died tonight in a shooting during a night out with friends when a suspect known for carrying a gun because he felt scared and was disliked by others shot him, the police said. MLive
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Michigan’s unemployment insurance law, signed by Gov. Whitmer in December, will go into effect on April 2 for new claims—boosting weekly benefits from $362 to $446 and extending benefit weeks from 20 to 26 while increasing dependent allowances from $6 to $12.66 for 2025. WNEM
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, low water levels in the Saginaw River reveal historic wrecks, including the steamer Montauk near Wheeler’s Landing—its steel hull still partly visible—and the schooner Chieftain by the old Cass Avenue Bridge. These relics, hidden most of the year, offer locals a glimpse into Bay City’s rich maritime past. MLive
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ FSIS recalled 29,541 pounds of Chomps Original Beef Stick Mild sold since (Jan. 13 to Jan. 15) after two consumer complaints reported metal pieces in the product. The recall was expanded on March 27 to include large bag products sent to Michigan, California, Illinois, Minnesota, and Washington, and buyers are advised to return or discard the product with no reported injuries. WNEM
- ➤ Tiffany Burk from Bay Animal Hospital explained what pet owners should do if their pet gets a tick on March 27 — she said that pulling out the tick carefully and cleaning the bite keeps pets safe. ABC12
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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.
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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.
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Free Easter Movie: Hop
1-3 p.m. — State Theatre — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful Easter movie with family at the historic State Theatre.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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