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Police warn about leaving cars running

   Bay City police responded to the second auto theft incident within a two-week period when officer Luis Moreno, was sent to 2300 7th Street in reference to a stolen vehicle at 3:15 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 8.
Sentinel Photo/Jessica Shepard Commissioners approved a resolution honoring outgoing Sheriff Frank “Skipper” Osborne, center, for his service to the county Monday morning. With Osborne are, from left: Sheriff Rick DeLeon, Precinct 4 Commissioner Bubba Frick, County Judge Bobby Seiferman, and Precinct 2 Commissioner Mike Estlinbaum.

Sentinel Photo/Jessica Shepard Commissioners approved a resolution honoring outgoing Sheriff Frank “Skipper” Osborne, center, for his service to the county Monday morning. With Osborne are, from left: Sheriff Rick DeLeon, Precinct 4 Commissioner Bubba Frick, County Judge Bobby Seiferman, and Precinct 2 Commissioner Mike Estlinbaum.

"Commissioners OK juvenile diversion plans" by: Jessica Shepard

   Commissioners unanimously approved “Juvenile Diversion Plans” for Justice of the Peace Precincts 1, 2, 4, and 6 during their Monday meeting.     All commissioners were present for the meeting.

"Crisis Center fundraiser returns Jan. 17" by: Jessica Shepard

   This year’s “17th Annual Chicken Fried Steak Dinner” Crisis Center fundraiser returns to the Bay City Civic Center.  The fundraiser will start with drive-through serving at 4 p.m. and lasts until sold out on Friday, Jan. 17, at the Bay City Civic Center, 201 7th St.  Doors open at 5 p.m.
Sentinel Photo/Jessica Shepard

Sentinel Photo/Jessica Shepard

"Commissioners OK 13 bonds, oaths" by: Jessica Shepard

   Commissioners unanimously approved 13 bonds and oaths for newly elected officials Jan. 1.  Those present included Bubba Cook, Bubba Frick, and Troy Shimek, while Mike Estlinbaum was absent.  The approval followed a nearly 30-minute swearing-in ceremony for state, county, and precinct officials.
Sentinel Photos/Jessica Shepard This year's "Polar Plunge" featured three brave souls jumping into 64-degree waters at Hilliard Pool, Saturday, Jan. 4.  Interim Parks & Recreation Director Kelly Penewitt said it was the warmest water temperature they have had for the event.

Sentinel Photos/Jessica Shepard This year's "Polar Plunge" featured three brave souls jumping into 64-degree waters at Hilliard Pool, Saturday, Jan. 4. Interim Parks & Recreation Director Kelly Penewitt said it was the warmest water temperature they have had for the event.

Braving the cold