Good morning, Bay City.

Bay City will host its annual Fireworks Festival from July 2 to July 5 with fireworks set off at 10:12 p.m. every night—festival events include live music, carnival rides, and vendor booths, and extra travel time is advised due to bridge closures and tolls.

CJW Chimney and Fireplace advises homeowners to schedule chimney sweeping as colder months approach (experts Jason Hurley and Eric Butts say proper maintenance prepares chimneys for safe winter use).

Bay City's St. Stan’s Polish Festival celebrates 75 years of music, food and community as it began Thursday evening with a 5K road race at the St. Stan’s Athletic Club Complex.

The four-day event features live music, traditional cuisine and family activities and will finish on Sunday, June 29.

The Sixth Circuit upheld Michigan's Newborn Screening Program and BioTrust for Health, ruling that collecting de-identified blood samples from newborns to test for more than 50 disorders is constitutional.

The decision overturned a lower court order to destroy the stored samples in the Michigan Neonatal Biobank—where samples are kept for 100 years—and affirmed the program's role in supporting research, quality testing, and medical identification.

Michigan Senators Elissa Slotkin and Gary Peters reintroduced a bill to recognize the Grand River Bands of Ottawa Indians— the measure would let tribal members get federal benefits like health care, tuition and housing assistance.

The move honors traditions and treaties dating back to 1795.

The U.S. Court of Appeals ruled Michigan’s Newborn Screening Program is constitutional after a lower court said it violated parents’ rights.

Attorney General Dana Nessel said the decision lets the program continue detecting rare diseases early—saving lives and supporting research.

The Turkey Roost in Kawkawlin Township has served its classic turkey dishes since 1955 and still offers the same menu today.

Founded by Clayton Kitchen and now led by Austin Ballor, the restaurant draws visitors for its pink building—painted to stand out—and quick drive-thru service.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.