Good morning, Bay City.

CAN Council is hosting its 23rd annual Dine + Unwind fundraiser on Oct.

8 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bay City-Riverfront to support child abuse programs in Bay County. Guests enjoy autumn-inspired dishes and Michigan craft drinks with tickets starting at $75.

Bay City's Hell’s Half Mile Film and Music Festival is underway today for its 20th anniversary — volunteer-run and featuring more than 70 films.

A reception is held at Pere Marquette Depot from 6 to 8 p.m., then a screening at the State Theatre and music at Old City Hall.

MBS International Airport is breaking ground at 3 p.m. Thursday, Oct.

1 on its Snow Removal Equipment Facility expansion at 8580 W. Freeland Road to improve winter operations and ensure airfield safety.

Saginaw Township (with Zilwaukee and Kochville Township) was cited by EGLE after July tests detected water with 82 µg per liter trihalomethanes—slightly above the 80 µg per liter standard.

Officials say no boil water advisory is needed and that corrective actions will be taken before October monitoring.

Mortgage rates hit 7.03% this week, up from last week's 6.95%, which may raise home costs in Bay City as borrowing rates + bond yields squeeze prices.

Experts say buyers could face tougher conditions for new loans in coming weeks.

Pinconning canceled its varsity football game due to a bug affecting player health, so its junior varsity squad will face unbeaten Meridian tonight while Meridian has arranged to host unbeaten Cranbrook Kingswood later today.

Coach Mike LeGrow said the change was made to protect player safety.

Hugh (The Mad Bavarian) Bernreuter shared his Week 5 high school football predictions today, carrying a 9-1 record from Week 4 and forecasting regional games including Lapeer's matchup at Heritage and a homecoming game at Coleman to boost local momentum.

Sports reporter Lee T marked his 30-year work anniversary at The Bay City Times today and shared Week 4 local high school football picks (boasting a season record of 60-20).

He reflected on his long career and passion for the game, linking past experiences with today’s local sports action.