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Friday, August 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Saginaw. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Saginaw Township welcomed Small Town Scoops—now open in the old Mooney’s Ice Cream shop location on State Street—today. The shop, led by co-owner Cierra Curdup, offers flavors like Orange Pineapple, Honey Lavender, Birthday Cake and Michigan favorites such as Superman and Blue Moon and is open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday to Thursday and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. WNEM
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 25-year-old DJ named Ron’Darius Jones was arrested Tuesday at Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort for deleting security footage linked to a Buena Vista Township murder at the Pole Barn on the 3200 block of Wadsworth Road where 41-year-old Demetrious Robinson was shot, and he is held on a $95,000 bond with a next court date set for August 20—police said he is a friend of 39-year-old Marcellus Emerson who faces an open murder charge. WSGW
- ➤ Saginaw man Jason M. Klich was charged in Saginaw County District Court on July 31 for allegedly pouring gasoline around an occupied house's detached garage early on July 30 while reportedly intoxicated — his relative had called 911 after an assault was reported. MLive
- ➤ David Little reached a $500,000 settlement with the city and its insurer after he was arrested on January 5 when police suspected him of breaking windows, spent five days in jail, and had his charges dropped 15 months later—his case led to changes in police training as one officer was promoted and another left. ABC 12
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Sharrie Williams (a Saginaw native) will perform today at Friday Night Live’s Riverfront Blues Fest at Morley Plaza beginning at 5:30 p.m. The 27th event will feature local talent including Pride and Joy and Jim Pagel Band (she aims to bring soulful blues and heartfelt vocals to her hometown). WNEM
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ GST Michigan Works! will host a free job fair at The Gathering Place in Bad Axe on Aug.6 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Employers including Autokiniton, The Gathering Place, Gemini Group, Huron Casting and Companies, Scheurer Health, Ciena Healthcare and Samaritas are seeking part- and full-time workers with wages reaching $35 an hour—job seekers should bring a resume and dress professionally. MLive
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Beats X Beers and Elements Modern Kitchen will host a midnight brunch on August 10—DJ Chef Nate and Brandon Corder are set to serve special dishes for the 8/10 day celebration. Mid-Michigan NOW
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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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Back to the Bricks Kick Off Party
4-8 p.m. — Birch Run Speedway & Event Center — Check event policies for entry fees — Celebrate car culture at this vibrant Cruise N’ Car Show with fellow enthusiasts.
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Great Lakes STOL 2025
Fri 7 a.m. - Sun 9 p.m. — Howard Nixon Memorial Airport-50G — Camping available — Experience thrilling short takeoff and landing competitions with various aircraft classes.
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