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Episode 691 - Behind the Mitten spends a day in Bay City!

BY JOHN D. GONZALEZ

BAY CITY, MI - On this weekend's show (Episode 691 of "Behind the Mitten"), John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman spent time in one of their favorite Michigan cities - Bay City!

Segment 1: We kick things off with newly elected mayor of Bay City, Christopher Girard. (Man, does this guy have some energy! We love him.)

Segment 2: We also stop at some of our favorite restaurants, including Krzysiak House Restaurant, to talk to owner and long-time friend, Donny. This is a must stop for incredbile Polish meatballs and honey fried chicken. We approve as some of the best fried chicken in Michigan.

Segment 3: We also get to tour the Michigan Rock and Roll Legends Hall of Fame Museum with founder/curator Gary Johnson, who shares his passion for Michigan rock history and the significance that Bay City plays in it. Not only was Madonna born in Bay City, but so was early punk with ? and the Mysterians known for the classic "96 Tears." Framed albums, memorabilia, posters, tons of great photos and a cool theater with a video series on the history of Michigan Rock and Roll are all inside. Fun fact: Johnson said the auto industry had a huge impact on the Michigan rock scene, which makes Michigan very unique. The museum opened March 12, 2022. It is located at the Bay County Historical Museum.

Segment 4: It gets a little emotional with the Larner family because both Amy and Gonzo were so close to the matriarch, Jackie Larner. We sit down and talk to the family, whose goal it is to honor their mom's legacy since passing away in September of 2021. The famous Mussell Beach Drive In near the State Park and continues to make some of the best onion rings, burgers and coney dogs in the state. All fresh and homemade, just the way mom taught them.

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