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Thursday, June 26th, 2025

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Good morning, Bay City. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of June.

CULTURE NEWS

  • Today the 75th annual St. Stan’s Polish Festival opens at the St. Stan’s Athletic Club Complex on John Solinski Drive and will run through Sunday — the event offers a Road Race at 6 p.m. on Thursday, live polka music, carnival rides and a mix of Polish and American food for family fun.  MLive

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • A team of researchers at CMU is helping the DNR improve wetland management by taking water samples at the Shiawassee River State Game Area and Pointe Mouillee State Game Area to test for nitrogen levels. The project is funded by the DNR and will boost water quality, wildlife habitat — and help protect downstream communities from flood risk.  ABC12

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Michigan lawmakers are reviewing a plan to replace the current 31 cent per gallon motor fuel tax with a mileage-based system as electric vehicles grow in popularity. A pilot program with $7.5 million in funds will be discussed in Lansing in the coming days — experts say rural drivers may benefit from paying a lower per-mile fee than urban drivers.  Mid Michigan NOW

EVENTS

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  • 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.

    Thu, 7/3/25

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  • 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.

    Thu, 7/10/25

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  • 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.

    Fri, 7/11/25

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  • 3rd Annual USS Edson 5K Run

    10 AM – 2 PM — U.S.S. Edson - Saginaw Valley Naval Ship Museum — Registration fee applies — Celebrate history and support veterans in this fun 5K run honoring the legacy of DESRON 13.

    Sun, 7/13/25

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  • Wednesdays in the Park - Mystic Highway

    6:30-9:00 p.m. — Wenonah Park at World Friendship Shell — Free entry — Enjoy a tribute to Creedence Clearwater Revival in a scenic park setting.

    Wed, 7/23/25

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  • Bay City Rib Fest

    Jul 24-27 — Veterans Memorial Park — Ticketed event — Enjoy a delicious rib cook-off with entertainment and live music for the whole family.

    Thu, 7/24/25

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  • Blue Oyster Cult Live Concert

    3-6 p.m. — Veterans Memorial Park — VIP tickets available — Experience a legendary band with exclusive VIP offers and premium seating options.

    Sat, 7/26/25

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