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Tuesday, July 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Saginaw. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 8th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ President Thomas Roy of Saginaw Area Fireworks responded to local criticism over this year’s continuous Fourth of July show by stating that the $150,000 raised fully funded the event — with no budget cuts — and that the change allowed longer firework time. He said the board will bring back a bigger finale — a move planned for 2026 — in response to the feedback. WNEM
- ➤ The family of fallen trooper Joel Popp had their mortgage paid off by the Tunnel to Towers Foundation after he died on January 25 while investigating an impaired driver near Birch Run. His wife Stefanie, one of 25 families chosen nationwide, said the relief will let their daughter remain in her school district (the foundation has already helped pay off over 1,000 mortgages this year). Mid-Michigan NOW
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 5-year-old boy died Saturday morning after citizens pulled him from a large pond on Clear Lake Dr. in Fremont Township following a possible drowning incident on July 4th at 10:40 p.m. when police attempted lifesaving efforts before he was taken to a hospital. Mid-Michigan NOW
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Saginaw police said they are investigating a shooting on July 3 that killed Corey L. McDaniel, 33, at a West Side house and a two-vehicle crash on July 4 at South Washington and Holden streets that fatally injured driver Latoya M. Roby, 41—both cases remain under investigation. MLive
- ➤ Carrollton Township police said a 15-year-old boy drowned in a 12-foot murky pool at a house party on July 5 at 6:30 p.m.—officers who first responded for parking complaints and loud music later returned after a missing person call amid a crowd of over 100 minors, and firefighters declared him dead at the scene. WNEM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Whitmer granted clemency to seven individuals by pardoning three and commuting the life sentences of four who were convicted of murder after a recommendation from the Michigan Parole Board—each had shown strong rehabilitation during their time in prison. Mid-Michigan NOW
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11th Annual Megan Mae Foundation Memorial Golf Tournament
1-8 p.m. — Beech Hollow Golf Course — Registration fee required — Participate in a golf scramble benefiting brain cancer patients and enjoy a mac-n-cheese cookoff.
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Michigan Rocks and Fossils Workshop
10-11 a.m. — Castle Museum of Saginaw County History — Free — Discover the fascinating world of Michigan's rocks and fossils in this engaging workshop.
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Tai Chi for Better Sleep
11:30 a.m. — Butman-Fish Branch Library — Registration required — Experience the benefits of Tai Chi to enhance strength, balance, and relaxation for improved sleep.
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Ryan Upchurch Concert
7-11 p.m. — Dow Event Center — Tickets required — Experience a night of high-energy music with the talented Ryan Upchurch.
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Saginaw County Fair
9 AM – 11 PM — Saginaw County Fairgrounds — Daily admission includes parking, entry, and all rides — Experience 111 years of fun with animals, rides, food, and nightly grandstand attractions culminating in fireworks.
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23rd Annual Walk for Hope
8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. — Saginaw Valley State University — Registration fee applies — Participate in a community walk to raise awareness for mental health and suicide prevention.
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~ Will Rogers
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