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The status of additional U.S.-Iran peace talks remain unclear, but according to various media reports, a U.S. delegation plans to travel to Islamabad soon.  

 Gas prices are down 15 cents across the state from last week. According to the American Automobile Association, on average, drivers in Michigan are paying $3.83 for a gallon of regular, down 9 cents from last month, and up 67 cents from this time last year. The least expensive gas price averages are in Flint, Jackson, and Saginaw.  

 

At last night's meeting, Bay City Commissioners voted to extend the contract of city manager Dana Muscott during the search for the city's next city manager.  Earlier this year, Muscott announced she's retiring after eight years on the job. Commissioners voted to have her stay on the job through June 30.  

 

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services is warning residents about a jump in Lyme disease cases across the state, reporting cases have quadrupled over the past several years. Health officials encourage you to avoid going off trails or into areas with heavy foliage. 

Officials recommend checking yourself for ticks, especially around your hairline, after spending time in nature and suggest you use bug spray.  

 

In sports, the Red Sox beat the Detroit Tigers 8-5. The Tigers lost Monday for just the second time in 10 games.  And today, the Great Lakes Lunes face the Beloit Skycarp in Wisconsin. Game time is 2-0-5. 

 

 Your KCQ pinpoint forecast. The flood warning remains in effect until late this afternoon for the Saginaw River at Saginaw. Otherwise, becoming sunny with a chance of light showers before 11 a.m. and again after 5 p.m.  Afternoon temperature 69. Tonight clear, low 42. 

Wednesday, sunny high 65. And Thursday, sunny high 75.  

 

 

         

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