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Bay City
Friday, May 1st, 2026
Good morning, Bay City. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ City officials finalized a new playground design for Carroll Park built from public input and equipment is set to arrive in June. Officials are planning a groundbreaking event and ribbon cutting (with possible scheduling adjustments) as construction begins. MLive
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Saginaw Transit Authority reports diesel costs rose 32% in two months (prices near $6 a gallon) and will host public input on potential service adjustments this summer. Local campers worry that rising pump prices could force travel changes. WNEM
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Since early April, sensors indicate Michigan’s Great Lakes have risen due to snowmelt and spring rains. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will release a six-month forecast next week to update water levels across the region (including Lake Superior’s 7-inch gain and a 22-inch rise for Lakes Michigan and Huron). MLive
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Bay City Western completed a one-inning rescue to defeat Midland 6-4 on April 29, taking sole possession of first place in the SVL North, while high school teams including Bay City Central and All Saints put on competitive shows throughout the prep season. MLive
- ➤ Detroit Tigers rallied late to win 5-2 over the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park on Thursday after key hits (including a 27-game base-reaching streak by rookie Kevin McGonigle) brought them to .500. The Tigers will open a six-game homestand with the Texas Rangers today at Comerica Park. MLive
- ➤ The Basketball Coaches Association of Michigan honored top Division 2 boys basketball players for the 2026 season — naming a Best team and awarding honorable mentions — after the season ended over a month ago, recognizing standout athletes from local schools. MLive
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Food for Thought: AI Exploration
12:30-1:30 p.m. — Sage Branch Library — Registration required — Engage with AI concepts while enjoying light refreshments.
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Elvis Tribute Concert
7-9 p.m. — State Theatre — Ticket prices TBA — Experience the captivating performances of award-winning Elvis Tribute Artist Jake Slater across all eras of Elvis's music.
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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 vibrant Bookmobile library filled with books for all ages and sign up for a library card.
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Andy Beningo Comedy Night
7:30-9 p.m. — State Theatre — Check event page for ticket info — Enjoy a night of laughs with the acclaimed comedian Andy Beningo at the State Theatre.
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