Good morning, Bay City.

Federal student loan changes from the one big beautiful bill will take effect July 1.

New rules limit Parent PLUS loans to $20,000 per academic year and introduce a Workforce Pell Grant program for short-term, high-skill training for students.

Mark Torregrossa explains how local gardeners can boost flower and vegetable growth using balanced liquid or granular fertilizers.

The advice covers proper mixing into soil and wearing gloves (for safety) to help plants take in nutrients.

Bay City Western, boosted by five JV callups and a strong defense that recorded only one goal in its last four games, shut out St. Johns 2-0 on Tuesday and will host Mount Pleasant at 5 p.m. Friday in a district final (their first title bid since 2023).

On May 26, All Saints clinched a baseball threepeat with two shutout wins amid injury challenges while Bay City Central staged a late rally and Essexville Garber softball set a new record—teams now prepare for district tournaments.

Bay City Western set season bests at the Bay County Championship as athletes Weston Carter, Audrey Knochel, and Emily Barbeau posted strong times in hurdles, 200, and relay events — clinching a 17th consecutive boys title and a seventh girls title.

State finals are set for May 30.

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.

Bookmobile Visit at Montessori Children's House

10:30-11:30 a.m. — Montessori Children's House of Bay City — Free entry — Discover a collection of books for all ages and sign up for a library card at the Bookmobile stop.

Meet Up, Eat Up, and READ Up

12-12:45 p.m. — Sage Branch Library — Free entry — Enjoy lunch while engaging in storytime for families outdoors at the library's lawn.