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Bay City
Thursday, May 15th, 2025
Good morning, Bay City. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Michigan SBDC is hosting the Business by the Bay Pitch Competition in Bay County that offers local entrepreneurs $11,000 in prizes and coaching workshops—applications opened on May 14 and are due by Aug. 13. The competition will conclude on Nov. 12 at John Glenn High School when five finalists will pitch their business plans. MLive
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Jonathan M. Zieroff was charged with torture on May 14 for allegedly keeping a woman captive until police found her last September; she was declared brain dead on May 13 and his life offense may be upgraded to murder if her family later removes her from life support—he remains jailed on a $50,000 bond. MLive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The 2025 World Expo of Beer will take place Friday, May 16 and Saturday, May 17 at Heritage Park in Frankenmuth. More than 50 vendors will offer drinks from both local and international brewers — including a Belgian Pale Ale made with Michigan cherries by a Bay City company — while tickets cost between $24 and $34. MLive
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Essexville-Hampton Public Schools began searching for a new superintendent after Justin Ralston resigned to take a job in Weld Re-8 School District in Colorado—his resignation, announced May 12, takes effect on June 30 with his new role starting July 1. The search follows voters rejecting a bond proposal meant to fund district upgrades. MLive
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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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Wenona Beach Estates Rummage Sales
1-2 p.m. — Bay City Central High School — Free entry — Discover hidden treasures at the Wenona Beach estates yard sales this June weekend.
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Belle, Book and Candle
8-11:30 p.m. — Historic Masonic Temple — Presale only — Experience a magical evening of enchantment and spellbinding performances.
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