Thursday, August 16, 2012

Standard Electric expands

Standard Electric Co., a Michigan wholesale electrical distributor headquartered in Saginaw, has expanded its operations to include Wittock Supply Co. in Bay City.

Tuesday, August 14, 2012

Kim Higgs resigns from Delta College Board of Trustees

Bay City attorney Kim Higgs

“I was elected to represent taxpayers, and unfortunately, I’ve had limited results trying to do that,”

Board President Robert Emrich said that legal battles involving Higgs have cost the college $270,000. Higgs disputes that number.

Health Advisory: Sewage released into Saginaw River


Residents warned to wash thoroughly after contact with the water.

Last week’s downpours led Great Lakes Bay wastewater treatment plants to discharge 381.57 million gallons of treated sewage into the Saginaw River on Friday.

According to a report from the Saginaw Department of Public Services, 5.1 inches of rainfall caused the city's retention basins to overflow and release 374.7 million gallons of sewage.

Sabrina Jeffrey competes for national Miss Teen in Orlando

The 14-year-old Bay City resident was crowned Miss Michigan's Outstanding Teen in June at Muskegon's Frauenthal Center for the Performing Arts. The win secured her spot in the national competition, which began Tuesday, Aug. 14 and continues through Saturday, Aug. 18.

Good Luck Sabrina!!

Three Bay City men charged in burglary of Princess Wenonah

Nicholas Harness 20
Justin Richardson 17
Brandon Richardson 18










Partytime!  They're accused of stealing beer and wine and are now facing 12 felony charges.

Read more at MLive

Domino's employee robbed at gunpoint

He was standing outside the restaurant at 1213 Kosciuszko Ave., near Madison Avenue having a cigarette.

Read more at WNEM

Tri-City Brewing Co. takes top honors at U.S. Beer Tasting Awards

Bay City's own Tri-City Brewing Co. recently won top honors for three of its beers at the Summer 2012 United States Beer Tasting Championship.

Monday, August 13, 2012

Officials ready for mosquito onslaught after rains

"Of course, the more rain, the more mosquitoes," Bay County Mosquito Control Director Tom Putt said. "We already have a contingency plan in place for a situation like this."

Bay City Police searching for man 'considered dangerous'

Call 911 if you see this man
Police are searching for 17-year-old Jerrell Jerermey Johnson  who they believe has connections with a home invasion and felonious assault that occurred early Sunday morning.

Johnson is 6 feet 1 inches tall, 185 pounds, may be armed and should be considered dangerous.

Friday, August 10, 2012

Warning! "Aggressive" traffic enforcement zones

The Bay City Police Department will conduct a Traffic Enforcement Plan for the month of August.
5 zones have been identified through traffic studies and complaints from citizens and will be aggressively enforced by officers.

Sherrif John Miller tries to walk back controversial comments

Bay County Sheriff John E. Miller elaborated Thursday on his post-election comments, which drew criticism after he questioned some of his employees' loyalty.



UtilX, Dow Corning join forces to improve power distribution reliability


With this collaboration, the two companies bring together their respective expertise in developing and applying technologies that extend the life of power cables and in material science and silicone manufacturing.

Thursday, August 9, 2012

Bay City Mayor Chris Shannon vetoes proposed public safety millage

Mayor Chris Shannon used his veto power Thursday to override the Bay City Commission's vote to place a public safety millage on the November election ballot.

Medical marijuana patient charged for selling his pot to teens

Robert E. Vantiflin, 57, Bay City is facing a four-year felony charge after police say he sold his medically-prescribed marijuana to some area teens.

Wednesday, August 8, 2012

Chili cook-off to benefit Bay County Fire Fighters Association, barrier-free summer camp

About 40 association members will split into 10 teams and prepare their best chili recipes in the group's second annual Chili Cook-off to be sold and shared with the community. The event will take place Tuesday from 5-7 p.m. at the Bay County Community Center, 800 John F. Kennedy Drive in Bay City.

Tuesday, August 7, 2012

Update: USS Edson arrives in Bay City

Hundreds of people lined the shore this morning as the USS Edson pulled into the Wirt Stone Dock. The decommissioned Navy destroyer was led by the tugboat Colonel.

Bay County Fair begins Tuesday, preparations already in the works

The 147-year-old county fair tradition will continue this weekend in Bay County, and organizers are excited to let the talents of local children shine in a fun setting.

Local teen pleads guilty to graffiti vandalism of Bay City's Liberty Bridge

Scott L. Williams, 19, on Friday appeared in Bay County District Court and pleaded guilty to malicious destruction of property less than $200, a charge punishable by up to 93 days in jail or a fine of $500 or three times the value of the damaged property. In exchange for his plea, prosecutors agreed to dismiss counts of malicious destruction of property between $200 and $1,000 and conspiracy to commit that crime.

Saginaw-Bay-Midland have cheapest gas in the state


But Michigan has 3rd highest average prices in the country.

Read more at MLive

Monday, August 6, 2012

Cold War destroyer heading to Saginaw Bay

The USS Edson passed Joe Louis Arena about 6:45 p.m. en route to becoming the centerpiece of the Saginaw Valley Naval Ship Museum, where it's expected to arrive around noon Monday.


Friday, August 3, 2012

Mayor Chris Shannon against a tax hike to pay for consolidating police and fire

A proposed consolidation of Bay City's police and fire departments has been described as happening over five years, but that timeline could shrink if need be. One looming question is how to pay for it.

Thursday, August 2, 2012

Townhall Meeting Tonight in Gagetown

A townhall meeting has been called for 6 o’clock tonight, at the Elmwood Township Hall, 6437 Lincoln St, to discuss the growing number of families who have lost their well water in northern Tuscola County.


Read the full article at the Huron Daily Tribune

Wednesday, August 1, 2012

Bay City gallery walk takes to the streets with 'Art in Action'


Kathy Gannon oil paintings featured in upcoming gallery walk
Coordinators of 1st Thursdays in Downtown Bay City are offering a street fair atmosphere for the August gallery walk. Calling it “Art in Action,” not only will those attending be able to check out exhibits at each gallery, but get a chance to watch artists in action, as well as hear some great local entertainment. There is also a chance to get in on the action. Studio 23/The Arts Center, 901 N. Water St., is hosting musician ThirtySecondTaylor. Not only will this one man acoustic band be performing original tunes, those stopping by are welcome to sketch the performer.

Read the full story at MLive!