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Saturday, April 12th, 2025
Good morning, Bay City. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of April.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The freighter Sam Laud, known from the baseball movie Major League, visited the Saginaw River on April 10—unloading stone at the Wirt Stone Dock in Bay City before moving upriver to deliver more of its load at Saginaw. It became the first Great Lakes freighter of the shipping season and its cargo is likely headed for Michigan Sugar. MLive
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bay County began its spring aerial mosquito treatment on Friday with four yellow and white aircraft departing from James Clements Airport. The aircraft released Bacillus thuringiensis israelensis over wooded areas from 6:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. for seven to ten days to control mosquito larvae. Mid Michigan NOW
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ At City Hall on April 7, officials upheld a veto on a controversial immigration resolution while chewed gum created a sticky situation in the historic commission chambers. Staff spent hours cleaning the building (listed on the National Register) as residents saw the unusual event. MLive
- ➤ Michigan’s new surrogacy law now allows Bay City mother Nicole Horneber to serve as a surrogate for a couple affected by cancer—this law gives surrogates a chance to earn more than $50,000. Nicole and her husband once worried after a cancer diagnosis threatened their plans, but they raised four healthy children over the last six years. MLive
- ➤ The Bay County Board of Commissioners will vote on hiring a special prosecutor to handle 100+ criminal cases at risk of dismissal because of conflicts after a recent leadership change. Macomb County Assistant Prosecutor Jurij D. Fedorak is proposed to work at the Bay County court if the board approves his hiring on April 15. MLive
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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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An Evening with Acclaimed Author Monica Wood
7-9 p.m. — State Theatre — Free entry — Experience captivating insights from award-winning author Monica Wood and get your favorite books signed.
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Elvis Tribute Concert
7-9 p.m. — State Theatre — Tickets required — Experience the magic of Elvis with award-winning tribute artist Jake Slater performing timeless classics.
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Frank Sinatra Tribute Concert
7-9 p.m. — State Theatre — Cost info not provided — Experience the enchanting sounds of Sinatra with renowned tribute artist Jeff Grainger.
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