Good morning, Saginaw.

A section of I-75 in Saginaw County was dedicated in memory of trooper Joel E.

Popp after he was struck and killed by a vehicle in January 2024—his memorial highway signs were unveiled at the MSP Tri-City Post on Wednesday. The signs will be placed in the next few days.

Today, MDOT is executing rolling slowdowns and full closures lasting 15 minutes on I-675 near Saginaw between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. for overhead utility work delayed by rain storms and high winds—state police will control traffic while crews work and delays remain weather dependent.

Derf’s Deli in the SVRC Marketplace on S.

Washington Ave serves New York-style sandwiches including an Empire Stack with three kinds of meat plus a unique chili made with ground turkey and dried cranberries. The deli also runs the Hang a Meal program that matches donations to provide meals for local shelters.

On Apr. 3 a workshop took place in Saginaw to help residents understand the homebuying process and ease their path to ownership + the session aimed to lower fears about buying a home for the next generation.

Saginaw-area male track athletes ranked in the top 10 to watch are preparing for state meets on May 31 at East Kentwood, Hamilton, Kent City and Hudsonville — they have focused on improving times and distances after winter and spring break.

Coach Kevin Marshall ended his eight-season tenure with the Bridgeport Bearcats after winning four 20-win seasons, four district titles (including four regional titles and four Tri-Valley Conference championships) in a win over Bay City John Glenn today.

He finished his career as his team closed the Tri-Valley Conference season as league champions.

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.