Saginaw
Today
Wednesday, April 8th, 2026
Good morning, Saginaw. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Zauel Memorial Library will close Monday, April 13 in Saginaw Township for two weeks of renovations — construction crews will install new flooring so the library is expected to reopen by the end of April. MLive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Saginaw Arts & Enrichment Commission will honor local contributors at its 36th Annual All Area Arts Awards on May 6 at The Dow Event Center. The ceremony includes a 5:30 p.m. reception with world music and a 7 p.m. presentation of the Scott J. Seeburger Young Artist Award. MLive
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Saginaw Art Museum & Gardens is launching Gardens and Galleries, a program that lets K-12 students explore art and nature through guided tours and hands-on projects in its historic gardens; transportation reimbursement is available to schools while funds last, and the program kicks off on Saturday, Apr. 25. MLive
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ After heavy rain Saturday, flooding in Mid-Michigan kept many roads closed on Monday, including a key intersection in the Saginaw area, and slowed residents' departures. The M-52 bridge in St. Charles has reopened (ending a major detour) as water levels gradually recede. ABC 12
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Consumers Energy will file a new electric rate increase request with the Michigan Public Service Commission on or after June 2—Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel said her office will intervene to protect customers. WSGW
- ➤ Officials from the 70th District Court and 10th Circuit Court are inviting local artists to create two murals celebrating America’s 250th birthday — contest entries are due by April 27 at the courthouse. They say the project will open courts for fresh community engagement through art. ABC 12
- ➤ Sen. Elissa Slotkin met with union leaders and workers from the Great Lakes Bay Region in Saginaw to discuss rising costs, job security, and manufacturing challenges. She also visited Delta Community College to review local workforce training programs. ABC 12
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Michigan High School Athletic Association announced the division assignments for the 2026 football season, with Bullock Creek moving from Division 5 to Division 6— the sole change for Saginaw-area teams as Sanford Meridian stayed at the lower enrollment threshold. MLive
- ➤ The local high school baseball season is underway as teams from Merrill, Freeland, Dow, and Frankenmuth showcase top talent like Harrison Ayotte and Caden Sommerfield (their strong batting averages and pitching records signal a promising season). 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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All of Me - Author Fred Reif
6-7 p.m. — Thomas Township Library — Free entry — Explore the historical significance of Saginaw's contribution to the music industry with author Fred Reif.
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