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Wednesday, May 28th, 2025
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Good morning, Saginaw. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 28th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Saginaw Children’s Zoo will hold a special nighttime event on June 11 where visitors can enjoy free ice cream. The event takes place at 1730 S Washington Ave + it is part of the Ice Cream ZOOfari celebration. Mid-Michigan NOW
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A new bar will soon open in downtown Saginaw—its planned launch is expected to add fresh energy to local nightlife. More details, including the opening date and features, are yet to be announced. WNEM
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Stephen W. Barry, 23, has been charged with causing the death of 76-year-old Elvia Rivera after his Ford flipped during a high-speed crash on Dec. 1 on I-75 in Birch Run Township near Canada Road—Barry was arrested on May 22 and is free on bond. MLive
- ➤ A Flint man, Trevor T. Relerford — formerly known as Brownlee after a 16-year-old murder conviction — is charged with drunk driving after his 2015 Dodge Ram crashed into a Michigan State Police vehicle on Jan. 29 on I‑75, forcing a trooper to leap over a median; he will appear for a preliminary examination on June 10. MLive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum at Saginaw Valley State University in Kochville Township is set to host the 2025 Regional Biennial Juried Sculpture Exhibition from June 7 to Aug. 30 with over 50 sculptures from seven states; award winners and monetary prizes will be announced at the June 7 opening reception — drawing attention to the region's art scene. MLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Michigan Department of Transportation will start a $1.3 million resurfacing project on M-52 in southern Saginaw County on June 2 and finish by month’s end. The project will create single-lane closures from the M-57 intersection in Chesaning to the limits of St. Charles — drivers should plan alternate routes. MLive
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Covenant HealthCare finished remodeling its sexual assault survivor suite this month to give survivors a private space with a sitting room, exam room and a full bathroom with a shower plus work from local community partners. The updated suite was designed to ensure comfort and dignity while maintaining privacy from high-traffic areas. MLive
- ➤ Families and community groups supported children through trauma—helping them build resilience and navigate the healing process. WNEM
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Northwood University baseball team beat Indianapolis 17-4 in the regional championship win—earning their first regional title and a spot in the Division II World Series in Cary, North Carolina starting Saturday. MLive
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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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Annual Art & Garden Festival
Wednesday, Jun 11th — Andersen Enrichment Center — Support local artistry — Enjoy art exhibits and garden displays in a blooming environment.
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47th Annual Saginaw Greek Festival
12-11 p.m. — Greek Festival — Free entry — Savor delicious Greek food and enjoy vibrant cultural performances at this annual celebration.
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Saginaw-Run Michigan Cheap
12 p.m. — Saginaw Valley Rail Trail — Affordable entry — Enjoy a fun and competitive running experience in Saginaw.
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