Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 2nd of April.
Good morning, Saginaw.
Leaman’s Green Applebarn said its goat Echo delivered quadruplets on April 1st with two girls and two boys, with three weighing under 3 pounds and one nearly 6 pounds — the mother and her babies are thriving.
The orchard said visitors can meet the new kids during Barnyard Yoga in the spring.
The Saginaw County Sheriff's Office said 35-year-old Nicholas Hughes from Hemlock lost control of his car near Swan Creek Road in Lakefield Township around 5:30 p.m. and hit a tree on the east side of Meridian Road — he was pronounced dead on the scene.
Saginaw police identified a 30-year-old man, Corin Mitchell Skinner, who died on Sunday after officers arrived at the 2100 block of Delaware Street around 7:00 p.m., following a call about his knife-wielding suicide threat and refusal to obey orders, which led to multiple unsuccessful taser deployments and the discharge of service weapons in self-defense.
Ann Turnbow (18) pleaded guilty to manslaughter and operating without a license causing death in a drunken driving crash that killed Saginaw man 29-year-old Jalen Tarver in 2023.
The Castle Museum of Saginaw County History has unveiled a display on Positive Results Downtown Saginaw that shows its 50-year role in planning events like Friday Night Live and local parades.
The exhibit remains until October—another Civil Rights display opens Sunday, April 6 and will run until May 25.
Weekend storms left power outages widespread in the Great Lakes Bay Region as Consumers Energy reported 1,151 outages in southern Saginaw County and Genesee County had nearly 9,000 outages — while power was restored in Isabella, Bay and Midland counties and DTE Energy reported about 265 outages. Governor Whitmer declared a state of emergency for ten northern counties hit by ice storms and southern areas faced damaging winds and four confirmed tornadoes — utility crews continue working to restore service.
Utility work on I-675 near Saginaw will cause intermittent lane closures from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. today and tomorrow as crews install overhead utility lines—state police will be on scene to manage traffic.
McLaren Flint is expanding its Breast Care program today by implementing Volpara Risk Pathways — a software that gathers patients’ risk data to help clinicians identify those who need further testing such as mammography and genetic tests.
MLive announced the 2024-25 Girls Basketball Dream Team today by consulting local coaches and honoring top players from Saginaw high schools—recognizing athletes who have made significant contributions during the season.
Saginaw Spirit Playoff Game
7:59-11:59 p.m. — Dow Event Center — Ticket prices may vary — Catch the excitement of the Saginaw Spirit in the playoff action.
Spring Craft Show
10 AM – 2 PM — Horizons Conference Center — Free entry — Discover and buy local handmade crafts from talented artists in Saginaw.
Saginaw Spirit vs. Erie Otters - Round 1 Game 4
7:59 p.m. — Dow Event Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the excitement of Saginaw Spirit hockey as they take on the Erie Otters in a pivotal playoff matchup.
2025 Great Lakes Bay Area Celebrity Game
3-6 p.m. — Michigan Lutheran Seminary — Tickets required — Experience local celebrities in an entertaining charity basketball game for a great cause.
Dueling Pianos Night
7-10 p.m. — Pierce Road Bar and Grill — $5 cover — Sing, clap, and laugh along to Cass and Jake's dynamic dueling piano performance with plenty of song requests.
Jack Russell's Great White Concert
7-11 p.m. — The Vault Saginaw — Tickets available — Experience the musical legacy of Jack Russell's Great White with an electrifying performance.
United Financial Freeland Walleye Races 5K/10K
8:45-9:20 a.m. — Freeland SportsZone — Registration fee applies — Experience the thrill of competition at the 16th Annual Freeland Walleye Festival Race.
Pretty Woman: The Musical (Touring)
7:30-9 p.m. — Dow Event Center — Tickets available — Experience the romantic journey of Vivian and Edward reimagined in a modern musical adaptation.
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