Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of March.
Good morning, Bay City.
🚨 Crime
A resident in St. Charles reported a surprising incident on Wednesday, March 25 when a diapered spider monkey (Brazil) was seen on a porch and attempted to enter a home before returning safely to its enclosure on Coal Street.
🎓 Education
Frankenmuth Credit Union awarded $20,367.17 in grants to 47 teachers from 41 schools on March 19 to help pay for classroom supplies.
The Mini Educator Grant program supports materials ranging from math manipulatives to science tools.
Dr. Delicia Pruitt was named interim executive director of CMU Medical Education Partners on March 26 (she will lead efforts to boost clinical education and community health programs).
🏛️ Government
Crews poured concrete on Friday, Mar.
27 to repair M-20 after a culvert failure closed the road on Mar. 12; MDOT expects it to reopen early April if weather holds and plans a permanent fix in 2027.
Consumers Energy received approval from state regulators on Friday to invest in millions of dollars of grid upgrades that will benefit nearly 2 million customers.
The 2026 Reliability Action Plan includes projects such as trimming trees near power lines and installing stronger poles.
Saginaw Charter Township will break ground on a $27M wastewater treatment plant upgrade at 10 a.m. April 10 at 5790 W.
Michigan Ave & the project will boost treatment capacity by 0.6 million gallons per day to meet growing industrial needs.
🏈 Sports
A Sweet 16 night left fans buzzing as Michigan and Michigan State advanced in the tournament, and a Flint apparel shop saw a surge in business — a sign of excitement fueling a historic Big Ten run.
The moment marked strong team performances and shared pride in our state.
🎉 Bay City Events
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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.
Heywood Banks Live Show
7:30 PM — State Theatre — Tickets required — Experience the comedic genius of Heywood Banks in a unique blend of music and humor.
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