Friday, January 17th, 2025

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Good morning, Saginaw. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Mid-Michigan businesses are offering special deals and giveaways to celebrate the Detroit Lions' NFC divisional playoff game against the Washington Commanders. MLive
- ➤ Mid-Michigan communities prepare for Martin Luther King Jr. Day with events including art exhibitions, community celebrations, and volunteer opportunities to honor the civil rights leader's legacy. MLive
- ➤ Saginaw, Michigan, will see a vacant lot transformed into a membership-based, non-profit grocery store offering nutritious food at lower point costs and cooking classes, set to open in a year. WNEM
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Florida nurse visiting Saginaw as a traveling nurse is charged with attempted murder following a stabbing incident at Big Ugly Fish bar on December 28. MLive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Saginaw Art Museum & Gardens introduces a new exhibition featuring works by Michigan native artist Grant M. Brownlow. ABC 12
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Michigan Department of Transportation announces a $13 million project to rebuild a stretch of M-58 in Saginaw, with an open house for public input scheduled. WNEM
- ➤ Saginaw County Animal Control's director was issued a counseling memo after an investigation found a non-certified staff member improperly performed euthanasia, violating shelter policy and state law. MLive
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Phyllis A. Thorne overcame drug addiction and became a minister and author, sharing her journey of recovery and faith in her book 'The Making of an Addict: A Story of God’s Redemption.' MLive
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Saginaw-area boys basketball teams are entering the second half of the 2024-25 season, with several teams showing positive momentum and updated rankings as of January 15, 2025. MLive
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Guelph Storm vs. Saginaw Spirit Ice Hockey Match
Experience an exciting ice hockey match as the Saginaw Spirit face off against the Guelph Storm at the Dow Event Center in Saginaw, MI.
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Singin' in the Rain Performance at Temple Theatre
Enjoy a classic musical performance of 'Singin' in the Rain' at Saginaw's Temple Theatre.
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Elf Khurafeh Shrine Circus in Saginaw
The Elf Khurafeh Shrine Circus offers an entertaining experience featuring a variety of performances suitable for the whole family.
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Elf Khurafeh Shrine Circus in Saginaw, MI
The Elf Khurafeh Shrine Circus offers an entertaining experience featuring a variety of circus acts suitable for families at the Dow Event Center.
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Kingston Frontenacs vs. Saginaw Spirit Hockey Game
Attend a competitive hockey game featuring the Kingston Frontenacs taking on the Saginaw Spirit at the Dow Event Center in Saginaw, MI.
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Kitchener Rangers vs. Saginaw Spirit
The Saginaw Spirit host the Kitchener Rangers in a competitive hockey match at the Dow Event Center.
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Groundhog Day Celebration at Temple Theatre
This event features a screening of 'Groundhog Day,' where the cynical weatherman Phil Connors experiences personal growth while reliving the same day in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania.
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MANIA: The ABBA Tribute Concert
This concert celebrates the iconic music of ABBA, reviving nostalgic memories of the group's legendary presence in the music industry.
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2nd Annual Emmaus House Valentine's Benefit
The event features dinner, music, dancing, and a cash bar to benefit the Emmaus House.
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