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Bay City
Wednesday, August 27th, 2025
Good morning, Bay City. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 27th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ AAA is sharing safety tips for drivers as Labor Day weekend nears. The group said it handled over 383000 calls from stranded drivers last Labor Day—urging motorists to check tires, brakes and batteries to avoid problems. WNEM
- ➤ Buena Vista Township officials on Monday Aug 25 voted unanimously to rename the community center after Duane Fairris, 66, who served as parks and recreation director and high school basketball coach mentoring local youth. The center will now be known as the Duane J. Fairris Community Center, and a renaming ceremony is planned for a later date. MLive
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A court hearing on August 26 resulted in Robert Tweedly being bound over—he faces trial on charges of murder and dismemberment of Justie Stilwell, a Bay County man he met on a dating app in Bay City last September. WNEM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bay City officials waived fines for trash cart placement violations and issued warnings after residents and commissioners questioned the steep penalties—property owners had to remove bins by 8 a.m. the day after collection to keep neighborhoods orderly. MLive
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ McLaren Bay Region held a ribbon cutting after completing a $900,000 renovation of its emergency department waiting area—donations from local businesses, employees, and community members helped fund the update that now offers a better space for patients and staff. WNEM
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ SVSU will honor its 50-year football legacy by welcoming about 20 former 1975 players to the season opener on Thursday at 7 p.m.—the team will receive gift packages and a halftime tribute at Wickes Stadium as they face Northeastern State. MLive
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Knitting Solutions Workshop
10 AM – 12 PM — Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library — Bring your own supplies — Enjoy a community knitting and crochet session with expert assistance.
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Colorectal Cancer Screening Event
4-7 p.m. — Bay County Library System — Free kits available — Get screened for colorectal cancer with a private test from McLaren Bay Region healthcare professionals.
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Wirt Nonfiction Book Club
2-3 p.m. — Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library — Free entry — Engage in stimulating discussions about various nonfiction works led by knowledgeable hosts.
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Makers Market at Uptown Bay City
4-7 p.m. — Live Oak Coffeehouse — Free entry — Explore unique creations from over 70 talented artists in the vibrant atmosphere of Uptown Bay City.
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Downtown Bay City Wine Walk
5:30-9:30 p.m. — Downtown Bay City — Cost not specified — Enjoy fine wine, appetizers, and live music at the annual Wine Walk celebration.
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Hell's Half Mile Film & Music Festival
Various times — State Theatre — Tickets vary — Celebrate independent films and live music in Bay City's vibrant downtown.
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