Good morning, Bay City.

This weekend, family-friendly events fill the region with activities ranging from guided cruises in Bay City and baseball tournaments at SVSU to planetarium shows at Delta College and concerts at Soaring Eagle Casino Resort.

Check local details to plan your outing.

The Consumers Energy Foundation awarded United Way of Bay County a $200,000 grant to boost its Food Forward program, which gives Bay City families grocery supplies + fresh food options.

The funding will help local efforts to tackle food insecurity.

Bay County will welcome WWII veteran James Torka’s remains after forensic advances confirmed his identity; officials plan a burial with military honors next to his parents (more details will be shared soon).

SK Siltron announced it will wind down operations at its CSS subsidiary and close its Monitor Township site, affecting 140 employees with positions ending in about 60 days.

The company will retain a few workers to oversee the shutdown and is exploring future uses for the property.

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services reported 4,312 cases of cyclosporiasis as of July 16 plus 102 hospitalizations statewide, with mid-Michigan counties affected including 1 case in Bay.

Health officials are tracking the outbreak closely for further updates.

After sweeping Saginaw 16-1 and 21-2 in the District 14 championship series at Verellen Field, Bay County’s 11-and-under team will compete at the state tournament in Sparta from July 24-27.

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.