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Tuesday, December 17th, 2024

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Good morning, Bay City. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Bay City's Independence Bridge will start tolling in January 2025, and residents can use a BC-PASS account for discounted crossings.  Mid Michigan NOW
  • The Independence Bridge in Bay City will be closed until Thursday evening for 'weather sensitive' work, with reopening scheduled for 7 p.m.  WNEM
  • The Nate & Mary Ida Doan Santa House in Bay City, Michigan, offers a magical Christmas experience to children and families, with animated displays and a visit from Santa himself, operationally enriched by decades of tradition and global influence.  ABC12
  • Bay City Central High is organizing a 'Pajama Game' event on Dec. 17 to collect donations for the Bay Area Women's Center.  ABC12

CRIME NEWS

  • A Bay City man was arraigned on multiple charges including open murder after fatally shooting a Saginaw man during a wrestling match at a party.  MLive

EDUCATION NEWS

  • The Michigan Lottery contributed over $1.2 billion to the School Aid Fund in 2024, marking its sixth consecutive year of billion-plus contributions, directly benefiting public education and supporting local businesses.  Mid Michigan NOW

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Flint and Bay City councils are set to discuss funding for fire equipment and a shelter, Michigan's AG appeals to reinstate charges against officers, the deadline for Genesee County Housing Fund applications approaches, and the Detroit Lions lose to the Buffalo Bills.  WNEM
  • Bay City's Board of Commissioners voted 5 to 4 against a proposal for a drop-in shelter for homeless people, citing concerns over funding, timing, and community involvement.  WNEM

EVENTS

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  • Visit Santa at Nate & Mary Ida Doan Santa House

    The Nate & Mary Ida Doan Santa House features animated displays and offers visitors a chance to take pictures with Santa in a festive log cabin setting.

    Fri, 12/20/24

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  • New Year's Eve Piano Duel with Cool 2 Duel

    Experience an interactive piano dueling event featuring Cool 2 Duel, paired with a gourmet dinner and a festive atmosphere at the Bavarian Inn Restaurant.

    Tue, 12/31/24

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