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Friday, March 13th, 2026
Good morning, Saginaw. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Positive Results Downtown Saginaw hosted its annual meeting yesterday, March 12, where volunteers and community members enjoyed a celebratory lunch and honored local awards — organizers emphasized plans to strengthen downtown’s future. Mid-Michigan NOW
- ➤ The Junior League of the Great Lakes Bay Region will host its first Ladies in Leadership Brunch on March 21 at Horizons Conference Center in Saginaw Township from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Four speakers will cover the 'Every Woman. All Things.' initiative & address burnout prevention. MLive
- ➤ Consumers Energy crews are standing by as severe winter weather begins today and is forecast to continue through Sunday. About 450 crews (mostly in the lower peninsula) are ready to restore power as gusts reach 65 mph and snow falls up to 6 inches in some areas. ABC 12
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A global shipping stoppage at the Strait of Hormuz is causing Michigan farmers to face rising fertilizer costs ahead of spring planting. One local supplier reported a 30% increase in urea prices for farms. WNEM
- ➤ The USDA announced $150 million in federal aid for sugar beet farmers facing rising costs and weather-related losses in Mid-Michigan — funds provided under the American Relief Act of 2025. Eligible growers should check with their cooperatives for further details. ABC 12
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Wilson 'Doc' Smith, who died on March 8, is remembered for his 27 years as a Saginaw High principal & community advocate who created a welcoming space for families; funeral services will be held at noon Saturday, March 21 at Hoosier United Methodist Church in Atlanta. MLive
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Over 12,000 black bears have awakened across Michigan as spring nears, and the DNR advises residents to secure bird feeders, grills, and trash while keeping a safe distance if bears are seen—following these tips may help avoid conflicts. WNEM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bay City's commissioner Ben Tenney is urging festival sponsors to withdraw support from the Fireworks Festival scheduled for July 1-4, 2026, if the controversial headliner Confederate Railroad remains on the lineup; however, sponsors have not yet pulled their support. MLive
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OHL Playoff Game: Kitchener Rangers vs Saginaw Spirit
7:05-11:59 p.m. — Dow Event Center — Tickets available — Catch the Kitchener Rangers battle the Saginaw Spirit in this exciting OHL playoff showdown.
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Frankenmuth Magic Show: Hoppin' into Magic!
7-8:30 p.m. — Fischer Hall — $15 for children, $20 for adults, $60 family pack — Experience a night of comedy and magic in the heart of Little Bavaria with magician Jonathon LaChance.
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