WEDNESDAY, JAN. 29: Vicksburg’s Bicentennial 2 p.m. Mayor’s Proclamation & Dedication, moved from Washington Park to the City Auditorium (free). RSVP on Facebook 5 p.m. Bicentennial Parade (free).

Jacksonville wasn’t officially platted until March 1825, but the city got its bicentennial party started early Saturday, with a gala marking the first big event in a year of celebrations.

“Puppy left abandoned for days inside porta potty at Creasey Bicentennial Park. Suspect arrested for animal cruelty,” the Grand Blanc Township Police Department said via Facebook on Jan. 1 ...