Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of June.
Good morning, Bay City.
Bay City Cooperative Market is hosting its third annual golf scramble to bring together local golfers and community members+ organizers will announce more details soon.
Two men were rescued from their sinking pontoon boat Saturday morning on Saginaw Bay off Finn Road in Hampton Township when Bay County Sheriff's Marine Patrol responded at 8:45 a.m.—one man in a wheelchair was taken to shore while the other was treated for non-life-threatening injuries as the pontoon sank and was later recovered.
General Motors will invest $4 billion in domestic manufacturing as its Orion Assembly in Orion Township begins producing gas-powered SUVs and pickup trucks in 2027 while GM Factory Zero in Detroit-Hamtramck is set to build electric vehicles, including models like the Chevrolet Silverado EV and GMC Hummer EV. Additional investments in Kansas and Tennessee plants will support production of both gas and electric vehicles to meet strong U.S. demand—boosting domestic auto jobs.
Bay City State Park will host the Music from the Marsh concert series starting Saturday, June 14 at 7 p.m. every Saturday until Aug.
30. The free shows feature folk, roots rock, Cajun and country music—indoor performances are planned at the Visitor Center in case of rain while vehicles must present a Michigan State Park passport.
MDOT contractors reopened the southbound Zilwaukee Bridge on Wednesday—more than two weeks ahead of the scheduled June 27 completion, while delaying the northbound closure to August 1 for continued maintenance on expansion joints and the bridge deck.
Belle, Book and Candle
8-11:30 p.m. — Historic Masonic Temple — Presale only — Experience a magical evening of enchantment and spellbinding performances.
Permanent Jewelry and Charm Bar Pop-Up Event
3-6 p.m. — Fran & Dot Boutique — No appointment needed — Explore permanent jewelry and browse handmade pieces at this local pop-up event.
Storytime at the Trombley House
9:30-10:00 a.m. — Trombley House — Free entry — Enjoy an engaging morning of stories, songs, and an eye spy tour at the historical museum.
Bay City Fireworks Festival
Festival — Jul 3-5 — Wenonah Park at World Friendship Shell — Free entry — Enjoy three days of spectacular fireworks and community festivities in Bay City.
The Lion King Jr. Production
7 p.m. — State Theatre — Ticket pricing varies — Experience the vibrant youth performance of Disney’s The Lion King Jr. in a community theater setting.
Cool City Car Show & Cruze
5:30-9:30 p.m. — Midland Street Business District — Donations benefit American Cancer Society — Celebrate cars and community at this annual charity cruise and block party.
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