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Wednesday, May 7th, 2025
Good morning, Bay City. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 7th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Downtown Management Board has partnered with Bay Metro Transit to offer free shuttle rides for the summer concert series at Wenonah Park — running from June 11th through August 20th and skipping the week of the Fourth of July. The service will run from set pick-up spots on both sides of the river to help concertgoers reach the park. MLive
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A Saginaw Township doctor filed a last-minute bankruptcy on May 5 to delay a court order that would have made him pay $551K for defaming the county’s chief medical examiner — a judge found key parts of the filing missing, which may slow down the court’s decision while more lawsuits and judgments continue. MLive
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Saginaw man charged with first-degree premeditated murder, felony murder, and first-degree criminal sexual conduct in connection with the 2003 homicide of Jeanette I. Wilton was declared mentally fit to stand trial after a competency hearing on May 6—DNA evidence linked him to the cold case. MLive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Antique Toy and Firehouse Museum in Bangor Township reopened its season on May 3 with over 15,000 antique toys and more than 60 historic firefighting vehicles dating back to 1854—this hidden gem also features a special exhibit on the Saginaw River tanker Jupiter. MLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City Manager Dana Muscott is preparing a timeline for repairs to the closed Fire Station 5 following Commissioner Joseph Charlebois' resolution, with completed bids due by Aug. 15 + the plan builds on an earlier resolution that sought funding and bid proposals for the work. MLive
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ An eighth-grader from Handy Middle School collapsed after getting off his bus on April 15 near McGregor Elementary School after complaining of chest pain and difficulty breathing and was later pronounced dead at the hospital. Police are investigating his unexpected death as they await toxicology test results. ABC12
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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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BARC Memorial Day Runs
6:00 – 11:59 PM — Veterans Memorial Park — Entry fee required — Run for a cause with Blue Star Service Dogs and Bay Veterans Foundation.
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Andy Beningo Comedy Show
7:30-9 p.m. — State Theatre — Ticket information varies — Enjoy a night of laughs with acclaimed comedian Andy Beningo and rising star Des Mulrooney.
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Michigan Antique Festivals - Summer
8 a.m. - 6 p.m. — Michigan Antique Festivals — $10 admission — Discover treasures from over 1,000 dealers and enjoy a classic car show all weekend long.
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4th Annual Cornhole for a Cause
12-5 a.m. — Tri-City Brewing Company — $65/team preregistered, $75 at the door — Enjoy a cornhole tournament supporting the Children's Dyslexia Center with craft beer and food trucks.
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Virtual Tour of Bayfield Assisted Living
9 AM - 7 PM — Bayfield Assisted Living & Memory Care — Free entry — Explore our award-winning senior living community and discover exceptional care and dining options.
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Genesis ReTouched Concert
8-10 p.m. — State Theatre — Ticket info not listed — Experience the nostalgic hits of Genesis with cutting-edge sound and lighting production.
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