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Wednesday, December 18th, 2024
Good morning, Bay City. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bay City commissioners postponed the decision on a Good Samaritan Drop-In Center for unhoused individuals, opting for the next commission to address the proposal. MLive
- ➤ Flint City Council voted to allocate over $700,000 in ARPA funds for new fire department equipment, proposals for a Bay City homeless shelter were rejected, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced the confiscation of over 750 illegal guns, toll changes for Independence Bridge announced, and the Detroit Lions confirmed multiple player injuries. WNEM
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Scott Withers, a meteorologist and Mid-Michigan native, has authored a children's book titled 'The Christmas Eve Blizzard', featuring his weather dog, Cane. ABC12
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Consumers Energy is requesting a $248 million rate hike that would raise residential natural gas bills by about 12% in Michigan, aiming to fund infrastructure modernization for safety and environmental improvements. MLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Kathleen Newsham was recognized for her 33 years of public service in Bay City during what would have been her final city commission meeting, after resigning in October due to health issues. MLive
- ➤ The Michigan Department of Attorney General has warned Outdoor Adventures to amend its sale tactics or face a lawsuit, following numerous consumer complaints. WNEM
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Michigan high school basketball games on Dec. 17, 2024, can be streamed online through NFHSnetwork.com, offering fans a way to watch boys and girls matchups. MLive
- ➤ Bay City Western won its first district title since 2007 and Essexville Garber claimed its first ever regional championship, advancing to the state semifinals in the 2024 volleyball season. MLive
- ➤ Bay City area high school hockey teams impressed at a showcase event from Dec. 14-16, 2024. MLive
- ➤ Myles Adams discusses transitioning to the Detroit Lions from the Seattle Seahawks' practice squad, emphasizing quick learning and readiness in a five-day turnaround before playing a key game. MLive
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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.
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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.
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