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Thursday, May 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Saginaw. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 8th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Breaking Bread Village will encourage community members to share a meal and conversation on May 12—promoting a spirit of togetherness. ABC 12
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ In a Saginaw County trial, 31-year-old Marcelis M. James admitted he tossed his girlfriend's 18-month-old son on a bed during rough play—actions linked to the child's fatal injuries while charges of murder and child abuse also face the toddler’s mother. MLive
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Two hundred Saginaw Career Complex students visited Duperon Corporation’s International Headquarters yesterday for the fourth annual Skilled Trades Day, where they learned about water infrastructure and built filtration system prototypes—showing many career options in wastewater manufacturing. CEO Tammy Bernier said the event helped guide students in exploring different skilled trades. WNEM
- ➤ Voters in mid-Michigan rejected bond proposals for Birch Run Area Schools, Essexville-Hampton Public Schools and Midland Public Schools while approving an operating millage renewal in Birch Run and a sinking fund renewal for Reese Public Schools on May 6; the results remain unofficial (pending certification by county boards). MLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Whitmer today announced $25 million in grant funding is available through the RAP program to boost growth in Michigan communities — the grants support 27 applications covering 64 projects in 48 communities. The City of Saginaw received $1 million to upgrade local infrastructure and promote population growth. WNEM
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A new summer event series called Family Play Dates in the Park will promote family health in Saginaw with five outdoor events scheduled for June and August. Each event will offer coaching, participation tools, and giveaways—led by local groups at Saginaw Middle School, Hoyt Park, Skate Park, Garber Tennis Courts, and Veteran’s Memorial Park. WNEM
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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On-Site Tour at Independence Village
9 AM - 7 PM — Independence Village of Saginaw — Free entry — Discover quality senior living with award-winning dining and activities.
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The Old Town Saginaw Art Fair 2025
10:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. — Saginaw Art Museum & Gardens — Free entry — Explore creative works from diverse artists amidst the picturesque riverfront of Saginaw.
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YMCA Community Days Riverfront Celebration
12-8:30 p.m. — YMCA of Saginaw — Free entry — Dive into a weekend of food, music, and family fun at the riverfront festivity.
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