Saginaw
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Tuesday, May 19th, 2026
Good morning, Saginaw. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Downtown Saginaw Farmers’ Market opens its 2026 season on Friday, May 22 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. outside the SVRC Marketplace building at 203 S. Washington Ave., featuring new local vendors + the return of the Fresh Food Access Bag program. MLive
- ➤ Veterans and community members gathered in Auburn on Monday, May 18 for Ruck 18 to highlight veteran needs + foster local support. WNEM
- ➤ Consumers Energy crews are restoring power in Mid-Michigan after severe weather struck Monday, and they are working to bring reliable service back to affected neighborhoods. WNEM
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ TV5 celebrated top high school graduates from across mid-Michigan at the Dow Event Center on Sunday morning, honoring the 43rd Annual Best and Brightest event. Families and students described the ceremony as a fitting recognition of their hard work as they looked ahead to college and new beginnings. WNEM
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A severe thunderstorm on Sunday left several Freeland properties with dents and cracks. WNEM
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Deputies said that a bag of whole blood stored in a sheriff's vehicle saved a man's life on scene yesterday + his quick treatment made all the difference. WNEM
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Saginaw-area girls soccer district tournament starts this week with pre-district games across four divisions, as initial contests kick off on Wednesday and championship games are set through May 30; winners will advance to regional match-ups + shape the playoff picture. MLive
- ➤ Top Saginaw-area high school athletes shined during the sports week from May 10 to 16 and community fans cast their votes for Athlete of Week until 10 p.m. Thursday & winners will be announced soon. MLive
- ➤ The Guardians beat the Tigers 8-2 Monday night at Comerica Park in a four-game series opener, widening Detroit's gap in the AL Central. The Tigers lost 11 of their last 13 games and, despite an early RBI by Riley Greene, could not overcome Cleveland's strong bullpen. MLive
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Canine Cruise at the Dog Bowl
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Frankenmuth River Place Shops — Free entry — Experience a festive dog festival with competitions, parades, and more for furry friends.
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Saginaw Tattoo Fest
12-4 p.m. — Dow Event Center — Check event page for cost — Discover unique tattoos and engage with talented artists at this vibrant local festival.
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Swanhaven Manor Community Car Show
5-7 p.m. — Swanhaven Manor Retirement Community — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful evening of classic cars, music, and delicious food vendors.
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Summer Spectacular Community Gathering
4 PM — Fordney Park, Saginaw, MI — Free entry — A festive celebration where Saginaw residents unite to enjoy local activities and attractions.
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The Lion King Screening
2-5 p.m. — Temple Theatre — Cost info unavailable — Experience the beloved 1994 classic film brought to life on the big screen!
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Frankenmuth Bavarian Festival
12 a.m.-11:59 p.m. — Frankenmuth Scout Building and Zehnder Park — $15 — Celebrate German heritage with music, parades, and delicious food and drinks.
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