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Bay City
Monday, March 31st, 2025
Good morning, Bay City. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 31st of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Urban Air adventure park on Westbay Drive in Saginaw Township will hold sensory friendly play for guests on the autism spectrum on Sunday, April 27th from 10 a.m. to noon & staff will be on hand to support guest safety throughout the event. WNEM
- ➤ Bay County news this week mixed tragedy with progress as a fatal shooting at a South End bar and a tense standoff shook Bay City while low water levels revealed historic shipwrecks in the Saginaw River—officials also announced the passing of a longtime teacher, a Bay County man in a stabbing case may change his plea, a new Popeyes opened and redevelopment plans for Bay Valley Resort were approved. These events show a community facing hard challenges and planning for future improvements. MLive
- ➤ Last week, local businessman Jordan Dice bought the old Court Street Theater in Saginaw as part of his growing group of entertainment venues. Community leaders planned a dinner for the daughter of a social worker killed in a murder-suicide while police charged a Saginaw man with killing a Bay City father in a robbery—other local news included a parolee trying to break into a store, bus fare hikes and a robotics contest that is expected to bring in new visitors. MLive
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ While training her big cat act above Old City Hall in downtown Bay City, vaudeville star Dolores 'Dolly' Vallecita was fatally mauled by a leopard on Jan 9th, 1925 and died on Jan 12th, 1925 — her tragic death remains a part of the city's history — and raised questions about keeping wild animals in the area. MLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Whitmer and state officials wrapped up a week-long trade mission in the UK and Ireland to strengthen trade ties in agriculture, defense and aerospace. The team met with business and government leaders at key companies such as Glanbia and Perrigo — an effort to boost Michigan's investments and job growth. MLive
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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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