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Tuesday, April 21st, 2026
Good morning, Saginaw. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 21st of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local Saginaw County leaders backed Emmaus House on Apr. 20 to boost its help for residents in need + future steps will further strengthen community support. ABC 12
- ➤ Freeland Walleye Festival returns to the Tittabawassee River to mark its 40th year — promising community fun and local traditions for the coming weekend. WNEM
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Brunch Guy (owned by Maria Austin) will open tomorrow from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Old Town at N. Hamilton St; the restaurant will serve brunch classics and mocktails while its staff learns new routines before its liquor license transfers. MLive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Delta Sigma Theta sorority’s Saginaw Alumnae Chapter will host the Michael Jackson Experience Weekend with a free karaoke party on Friday, April 24 (SVRC Marketplace) and a red carpet screening of ‘Michael’ with tickets at $27 on Saturday, April 25 (Quality 10 GDX Theater in Saginaw Township). MLive
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Mid-Michigan sugar beet farmers remain behind schedule due to record-wet fields and are waiting for a drying period this week (Michigan Farm Bureau advises caution) as increased farm equipment is expected on local roads. WNEM
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A new emergency veterinary center will open before fall at 5225 Hampton Place in Kochville Township to serve local pet owners + township officials confirmed the project was approved through administrative review and is part of the area’s building boom. MLive
- ➤ All 31 Michigan State Police posts are open Saturday, April 25 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for the safe disposal of expired and unused prescription pills (liquids, inhalers, patches and syringes will not be accepted) as part of National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. WNEM
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Emma McQuarter led Pinconning’s softball team to the Bay County Championship on Thursday, Apr. 9 by making strong plays and rallying teammates; the freshman shortstop earned the Heart of a Spartan Award and kept team spirit high throughout the game — a sign of her constant positivity. MLive
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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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Completely Unchained - A Van Halen Tribute
7-10 p.m. — The Vault - Saginaw — Ticketed event — Experience the electrifying sound of Van Halen with a tribute that brings their legendary hits to life.
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Zauel Friends of the Library Annual Spring Book Sale
9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — R C Zauel Memorial Library — Free entry — Explore a treasure trove of used books, music, and puzzles while supporting library programs.
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2026 Grit Your Grief 5K Run/Walk
12:00 AM – 12:30 PM — MBS International Airport — Registration Information Required — Participate in a meaningful 5K to honor and remember loved ones on the runway.
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