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Friday, May 9th, 2025
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Good morning, Saginaw. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 9th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Saginaw churches will host the Spring for Jesus Unity Event on Saturday from noon to 6 p.m. at the SVRC Marketplace—over 20 churches will offer live praise, worship, Christian rap, testimonies, baptisms and prayer tents to unite local families. Mid-Michigan NOW
- ➤ Demonstrators gathered in Saginaw on Wednesday to protest job cuts at Veterans Affairs and cuts to Medicaid and the Department of Education—leaders said these federal changes harm local communities. Organizers scheduled a follow-up protest at 3 p.m. on May 21 at the Veterans Affairs building on Weiss Street. Mid-Michigan NOW
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On March 30th, Saginaw police fatally shot 33-year-old Corin Skinner after he charged with a knife during a domestic disturbance— a prosecutor later ruled the officers' actions justified. ABC 12
- ➤ After Michigan State Police began investigating claims that injured dogs were left untreated for months and a lawsuit was filed, Saginaw County Animal Control spent $3,500 on a Chicago-area PR firm—raising local concerns over funds meant for animal care. MLive
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Hemlock Public Schools opened the Lockwood STEM Center—named for retiring educator Dana Lockwood who taught for 30 years—after a community parade on May 2. Students toured the new facility as district leaders praised her efforts in advancing STEM education and robotics programs. WSGW
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Saginaw is receiving a $1 million grant from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation’s Revitalization and Placemaking program to work on Riverfront Park as part of the Medical Diamond Project. The park will include water access, places for play and fishing along the river — and it will connect local neighborhoods to the Iron Belle Trail. WNEM
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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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