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Saturday, April 19th, 2025
Good morning, Bay City. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Barney's Bakehouse Bakery will move from its S. Van Buren & 16th streets location to a new spot on Saginaw Street downtown in June so it can offer more parking and a larger space. Owner Jarrid Weighman said the new location will also expand its Grab & Go line to serve customers better. WNEM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ ICE contacted the Bay, Saginaw, and Tuscola sheriff departments to ask if they want to join the 287(g) program to help with immigration enforcement; only Jackson County has signed up so far. The agencies are researching the program – which trains deputies to serve federal warrants – amid concerns it may lead to racial profiling and extra costs. ABC12
- ➤ City officials said the DoubleTree Hotel’s sudden foreclosure and change of ownership raised concerns—especially after more than $6.7 million was invested. Manager Dana Muscott said the city was not liable for the hotel’s debt—leaving the matter unresolved. MLive
- ➤ Fix MI State is hosting the Pothole Payback Contest that will award up to $758 to five drivers for repairing pothole damage. The contest runs through June—each driver may submit one entry per month with winners notified the following month. WNEM
- ➤ Bay County did not agree to a toll discount deal offered by Bay City Bridge Partners for county vehicles—officials plan to include toll costs of about $600,000 a year in next year's budget. WNEM
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Bay City Central defeated John Glenn 9-3 on April 17 at John Glenn High School—Max Miller led the scoring with four goals—and will travel to Lapeer for its next game while John Glenn hosts Midland Dow on Monday. MLive
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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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The Classic Women of Country
7-9 p.m. — State Theatre — Tickets available — Celebrate the legendary women of country music with live performances honoring icons like Patsy Cline and Loretta Lynn.
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