Saginaw
Today
Saturday, April 4th, 2026
Good morning, Saginaw. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 4th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Due to wet weather, the Old Town Saginaw Association moved its popular Easter egg hunt from the Saginaw County Courthouse lawn to the YMCA on Fordney Street today. The event starts at noon with 24,000 eggs for kids. WNEM
- ➤ Gotto Park (named for longtime commissioner Gotto Kabobel) at 3100 N. Center Road reopened after a $175K makeover that added new play equipment and improved accessibility for local children. Completed on March 9 and funded by Saginaw Township, the park is located behind Zauel Library. MLive
- ➤ Three Greater Midland facilities will receive new youth fitness equipment this summer through a $4,919 Kiwanis grant & installations include a climbing wall for classes at the North Family Center, a foam mat for cheer practice at the Community Center, and tumbling mats for early childhood play. MLive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Saginaw County invites local artists to submit mural designs celebrating 250 Years of Freedom, Unity and History at the governmental center at 111 S. Michigan Ave — entries are due by Apr. 27 with prizes of $500 and $250 provided. MLive
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ SVSU is hosting a Writing the Constitution event on Friday, Apr. 10, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the Zahnow Library Writing Center to honor America’s 250th anniversary; campus and community members may hand-copy the U.S. Constitution and enjoy light snacks. ABC 12
- ➤ High school students have until Friday, Apr. 17 to apply for $500 scholarships to attend Northwood University’s summer entrepreneurship camp at its Midland campus; the week-long LAB Week runs from June 14 to 19 and offers hands-on business learning with local leaders. MLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Whitmer signed an executive order easing fuel blend rules in eight counties to allow sales of higher vapor pressure gasoline; the change is expected to lower costs for nearly 5 million drivers following a month of rising fuel prices. WNEM
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Bay Area Women’s Center is marking Sexual Assault Awareness Month by offering 24/7 support and educational presentations for survivors in the local community today. It works to reduce stigma and ensure residents can access vital services — information is available through the center. WNEM
- ➤ A study from Michigan State University and partners found that residents in Parchment exposed to PFAS from contaminated water had nearly 40% lower COVID vaccine antibodies — the research published in Environmental Research adds to evidence that long-term exposure may weaken immune response. MLive
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Jim Eurick, a Hall of Fame high school coach who changed many lives, died Friday in Florida. He led teams at Arthur Hill and Bay City Western and left a lasting impact on players who remember his focus on teamwork — his legacy endures in Saginaw. MLive
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Butman-Fish Library Book Sale - Friends Members Presale
4-7 p.m. — Butman-Fish Branch Library — Membership purchase available at the door — Discover a treasure trove of used books, music, and puzzles to support library services.
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Cody Parks and The Dirty South with Slumlord Radio and Cleen
6:30-10 p.m. — 110 Florence St, Saginaw, MI — No cover charge — Experience high-energy action rock from local favorites and supporting acts.
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2026 Region 3 Trauma Symposium
8 AM - 4:30 PM — Horizons Conference Center — N/A — A day of learning and networking focused on trauma care collaboration and best practices.
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2026 Freeland Walleye Festival Race
8:45 AM - 7:30 PM — Freeland SportsZone — Registration required — Participate in a fun-filled day of running with 10k, 5k, and a Kid’s Fun Run.
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World Ballet Company - Cinderella
7-10 p.m. — Dow Event Center — Tickets required — Experience the beloved fairy tale ballet with dazzling performances and enchanting choreography.
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