Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of April.
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🏘️ Community
The 2025 Freeland Walleye Festival starts today in Freeland — local organizers say the event will feature fishing contests and family activities for the community.
FACT opened its second Community Service Hub at 3605 Davenport Ave to offer trauma-informed, personalized services for families and children, with walk-ins welcome Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. The organization held a Community Open House on April 24—featuring refreshments and local partner connections to celebrate the new facility.
20-year-old Alejandro Gonzalez, a graduate of the Saginaw Arts and Sciences Academy, went missing in Cancun after being caught by a wave while helping a friend in distress; his family and community are raising money to support his loved ones and care for his pets.
A spaghetti dinner is being held today at Sips and donations are accepted at Miles Market.
🚧 Accidents
Saginaw artist Alejandro Gonzalez died on April 20 while saving a friend's life from a riptide in the Caribbean Sea near Cancún and his body was recovered on April 23—local fundraisers aim to help bring his body home and support his grieving family.
🎉 Saginaw Events
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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.
Elvis Tribute Concert with Jake Slater
7-9 p.m. — State Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the captivating vocal tribute to Elvis spanning his illustrious career.
Wool & Wellness: A Benefit Event
6-8 p.m. — Schomaker Farms — $35 — Craft eco-friendly wool dryer balls while enjoying time with baby goats and supporting trauma-informed care.
Kevin James Live
8 PM – 12 AM — Temple Theatre — Ticket prices starting at $76 — Enjoy a night of laughs with comedian Kevin James in Saginaw.
Andy Beningo Comedy Show
7:30-9:00 p.m. — State Theatre — Ticket pricing not listed — Enjoy a night of laughs with comedy greats Andy Beningo and Des Mulrooney.
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