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Wednesday, October 2nd, 2024

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Good morning, Bay City. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 2nd of October.

CRIME NEWS

  • Britany Letourneau, on trial for murder, initially denied knowing the victim Heidi E. Dowd, but later admitted to witnessing Dowd's death linked to an MS-13 drug connection.  MLive
  • A Bay County man is sentenced to federal prison for operating an illegal pill factory in his home, creating counterfeit Adderall pills containing meth.  MLive

ECONOMY NEWS

  • The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity has opened applications for the Going PRO Talent Fund, offering $50 million in grants to enhance worker skills and assist businesses with $50 million available.  WNEM

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Mid-Michigan NOW and the Lee Steinberg Law Firm open nominations for the Golden Apple Award to honor exceptional K-12 educators, with community voting to take place in November.  Mid Michigan NOW

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel recommends reducing Consumers Energy's proposed rate hike to less than 2%, significantly lower than their requested increase.  WNEM
  • Alexander Dewitt and Bruce Eckhart compete for a commission seat in Bay City’s 6th Ward.  MLive

SPORTS NEWS

  • The John Glenn tennis team won the Tri-Valley Conference championship, marking a significant achievement in the Bay City area high school sports scene for September 30, 2024.  MLive
  • Bay City Western and Mount Pleasant high school football teams are gaining momentum after initially slow starts to their season.  MLive

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Michigan's Big Country Fest 2024

    Experience a vibrant celebration of country music with live bands, unique drinks, food trucks, games, and more at this annual fest in a warm indoor setting.

    Fri, 10/4/24

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  • Open Mic Night at the Historic Masonic Temple

    Experience a vibrant Open Mic event in the beautiful Red Auditorium, encouraging performers of all types to showcase their talents while supporting local artists.

    Thu, 10/17/24

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  • Spooky Pumpkin Slayer 5k Run

    Experience a thrilling evening run/walk with a Halloween theme, benefiting the local food pantry and featuring fun awards and refreshments at the finish line.

    Sat, 10/19/24

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  • Beach Glass Christmas Tree Workshop

    Experience the joy of crafting your own custom beach glass Christmas tree with provided materials at The Vintage Greenhouse in Bay City.

    Sat, 10/26/24

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REAL ESTATE

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No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.

JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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