Good morning, Bay City.

Bay City officials rejected a toll discount deal from Bay City Bridge Partners on Feb 28 and pieces of the old Lafayette Bridge are now on their way to Purdue University for study—this deal had conditions that kept details secret.

Other news includes a mid-Michigan bridal shop in Auburn closing after 40 years, Essexville-Hampton schools starting a search for a new superintendent, three arrests for a concealed gun near Handy Middle School, and bids opening for the former Wenona School as local plans for growth and safety take shape.

The Michigan Department of Transportation announced eight major road closures for highway repairs this week — including lane closures on U.S. 131 in Grand Rapids, I-94 in Jackson and Washtenaw, U.S. 2 in Mackinac, and a lane closure on M-13 in Bay County beginning Friday — and drivers should follow posted detours during these weather-dependent work zones. Dozens of additional road projects will affect traffic from yesterday through next Saturday.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Belle, Book and Candle

8-11:30 p.m. — Historic Masonic Temple — Presale only — Experience a magical evening of enchantment and spellbinding performances.