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Saturday, October 4th, 2025
Good morning, Bay City. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 4th of October.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Butter Crust Bakery in Bridgeport Township reopened on Oct. 3—six days after a car crashed into its building on Sept. 27, and the shop thanked the police, fire crews, and many customers for their help. MLive
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ School officials at Saginaw United High unveiled the new football field and fieldhouse during a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Oct 3 — the public toured the state-of-the-art facility before the Homecoming game against Bay City Central. The field features artificial turf with custom markings and a large digital screen for scores — crews continue work on additional sports fields that will open in spring. MLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bay City 4th Ward Commissioner Ben Tenney will introduce a resolution at Monday’s meeting that directs $5 million from a bridge lease to repair streets — half of the funds will be reserved while the Department of Public Works must create a repair plan in 30 days — to address many roads in fair to poor condition. MLive
- ➤ Lawmakers approved a new road funding package on October 3 that will add $1.1 billion to Michigan’s transportation budget for fiscal year 2026 and eventually generate $1.8 billion per year by shifting the gas tax and introducing a wholesale marijuana tax starting January 1—this plan also allocates funds for local roads, bridge repairs, public transit and a study on a mileage-based fee system. Gov. Whitmer still must sign the agreement to make it official. MLive
- ➤ Michigan and 19 other states filed a lawsuit against the Department of Justice to block a rule that stops federal funds from paying for legal help for undocumented immigrants who are victims of crime—arguing it violates the spending clause of the Constitution. WNEM
- ➤ Michigan lawmakers approved a new state budget overnight after a bipartisan deal and sent the bills to Gov. Whitmer for review. The budget allocates nearly $2 billion for road repairs and record school funding while cutting waste — the governor has not yet set a signing date. ABC12
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Midland Dow won every match at the Midland Tennis Center on Thursday—earning its 20th consecutive SVL championship and 47 overall since 1971. MLive
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Conflict De-Escalation Techniques Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Duncan's Outdoor Shop — Registration required — Learn valuable skills to calm conflicts before they escalate.
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Bay City State Park Fall Harvest Festival
5:30-6:30 p.m. — Bay City State Park — Cost varies — Celebrate autumn with camping, decorations, and a family-friendly Trick-or-Treating event.
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Girls Night Out: Concert for a Cause
6:30-10 p.m. — The Westown Theater — Proceeds benefiting The American Cancer Society — Enjoy a night of diverse music from talented female artists.
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Cool2Duel Dueling Pianos
7-9 p.m. — State Theatre — Ticket price not listed — Enjoy an interactive night of fun with classic hits and audience participation.
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Permanent Jewelry and Charm Bar Pop-Up Event
11 AM – 5 PM — Fran & Dot Boutique — No appointment necessary — Explore unique permanent jewelry and handmade pieces at this downtown pop-up event.
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Knitting Solutions
10 AM – 12 PM — Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library — Bring your own supplies — Drop in to knit and crochet with expert assistance available.
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Weekly Match Play Tournament at Crazy Quarters Arcade
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Crazy Quarters Arcade — $1 entry fee plus coin drop — Compete in weekly pinball tournaments for players of all ages and skill levels.
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Halloween Move & Groove
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy a fun, spooky movement program with costumes and trick or treating for little ones.
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