Good morning, Bay City.

Kroger stores across Michigan will host the Great Michigan Milk Drive from July 6 through July 31 to help secure fresh milk for six local food banks—donations made at checkout may trigger up to $20,000 in matching funds.

The Bay City Fireworks Festival kicked off its nightly fireworks shows Thursday to celebrate the US Semiquincentennial — the displays run from 10 p.m. to midnight each night through Saturday.

Michigan State Police are boosting road patrols ahead of record Fourth of July travel to enforce speed limits, while MDOT eases restrictions on most road projects + some work zones remain active on key routes like the Lafayette Street Bridge.

Kawkawlin Township will review proposals from Mid Michigan Energy LLC for a new Sunoco gas station, Linwood Storage LLC for a self-storage building, and Michael K.

Welmerink for drive-through service at his Lindog Ice Cream Store during a public hearing Thursday, July 16 at township hall — 1836 E. Parish Road.

The Michigan Department of Transportation’s Clare Welcome Center will display the National Work Zone Memorial through Monday, July 13.

The traveling tribute honors over 1,600 individuals killed in work zone crashes and reminds drivers to stay focused during the busy Fourth of July weekend.

Bookmobile Visit at Montessori Children's House

10:30-11:30 a.m. — Montessori Children's House of Bay City, MI — Free entry — Explore the Bookmobile's diverse library for all ages and sign up for a library card.

Question Mark & The Mysterians - 60 Years of 96 Tears

3-6 p.m. — Wenonah Park at World Friendship Shell — Free entry — Celebrate six decades of iconic music with a legendary band in the heart of Bay City.

Neighborhood Walking Club

9:30-10:30 a.m. — Sage Branch Library — Free — Explore historic Midland Street and local artistry while enjoying a community walk.

Snakes Alive! Educational Program

12:30-1:15 p.m. — Sage Branch Library — Free entry — Experience a family-friendly educational program featuring live snakes.

Family Musical Performance by Beverly Meyer

12:30-1:15 p.m. — Sage Branch Library — Free entry — Enjoy an interactive musical performance by Beverly Meyer at the library, with backup plans for inclement weather.

Classic Seger Tribute

8:30 AM – 12:30 PM — Veterans Memorial Park — Admission details not specified — Enjoy a tribute to Bob Seger alongside ZZ Top tribute band Eliminator at the Labadie Rib Festival.

Labadie Rib Fest

5-8 p.m. — Veterans Memorial Park — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of rock music by Night Ranger in Bay City.

Bookmobile Stop at Montessori Children's House

10:30-11:30 a.m. — Montessori Children's House of Bay City, MI — Free entry — Explore a treasure of books for all ages at the community's traveling library.

Baffling Bill the Magician

12:30-1:15 p.m. — Sage Branch Library — Free admission — Experience a delightful magic show for families featuring audience participation and enchanting tricks.