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Bay City
Friday, April 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Bay City. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A 65-year-old Bay County woman won a $1.1 million Lotto 47 jackpot on Mar. 21 after matching six numbers on her ticket from Beson's Supermarket in Kawkawlin (about 10 miles northwest). She has played Lotto 47 for decades and opted for a lump sum payout. Mid Michigan NOW
- ➤ Rescue Ministries of Mid-Michigan and Saginaw Spirit raised a record $113,000 at their 14th annual Hockey for the Homeless event to boost daily services that shelter over 230 local residents in the Great Lakes Bay Region. WNEM
- ➤ The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Great Lakes Bay Region will break ground on a new teen center in Saginaw on April 10 at 4 p.m. at 1781 Fordney St to offer academic support, career readiness, mentorship and safe after-school activities for teens. MLive
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Bethanne and Kyle Bowles have applied for a sidewalk cafe license for Beachy’s at 213 Center Ave. in downtown Bay City; city staff recommends approval, and if granted the cafe will operate from April 1 to October 31 with live music & alcoholic beverages pending state permission. MLive
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development advises locals to practice safe food handling this spring by washing hands thoroughly, using separate tools for raw meats, and storing foods properly. These steps aim to prevent foodborne illnesses during family meals. ABC12
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Local high school athletes in Bay City are set to shine in the 2026 boys track season with standout performers (Bessiake, Betzold and Bowes among others) making strong comebacks. They will compete in sprints, jumps and relays in upcoming meets. MLive
- ➤ Bay City Central graduate Hayden Jatczak made his professional debut today for the San Jose Giants against the Stockton Ports. The 24-year-old, a former MAC Player of the Year, will use his solid hitting skills with his new wooden bat + adapt to the challenges of pro baseball. MLive
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Open Art Hangout for Teens
3:30-4:30 p.m. — Sage Branch Library — Registration required — Unleash your creativity with various art supplies in a relaxed space for young artists.
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