Saginaw
Today
Thursday, August 7th, 2025
Good morning, Saginaw. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 7th of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ 100K Ideas will host the Ultimate Pop-Up Market on Aug 16 to support local small and micro businesses—vendor registration is now open. Mid-Michigan NOW
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Kenneth J. Combs, a 47-year-old Saginaw man, threatened a mass shooting at his estranged wife's workplace and was sentenced to 93 days in jail with 62 days already served—plus an extra 87 days held in abeyance—and two years of probation that required him to attend counseling and avoid alcohol and drugs. MLive
- ➤ Saginaw police said a 1-year-old named Alonzo Mallett III was fatally shot on Erie Street on August 4 — making him the city's 11th homicide victim this year — while a wounded 25-year-old was released from the hospital as detectives continue to investigate the incident. MLive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The 57th Annual Saginaw African Cultural Festival will be held this weekend, from Friday to Sunday, August 8-10 at the old Morley School grounds at 2601 Lapeer Ave, where director Alexis Thomas invites locals to bring lawn chairs and tents. The event will feature live music, dance, poetry, food vendors, and tributes to Angie Stone and Frankie Beverly — marking a long-standing celebration of African culture in the community. MLive
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Saginaw Intermediate School District held a ribbon cutting at Jerome Preschool, a historic school that is now a hands-on learning space featuring a STEM curriculum and a new greenhouse—staff are ready to help families enroll in Early Head Start, Head Start, and the Great Start Readiness Program. Mid-Michigan NOW
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Medicaid cuts could hurt mental health services in mid-Michigan as Bay City's Opportunity Center, which helps many on Medicaid, may lose vital funding—raising concerns that many could lose a key support system. Officials fear that if funding is cut, people who depend on these services might struggle to find help. ABC 12
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Saginaw Soul have partnered with the former Buena Vista High School gym to secure a home venue for upcoming games and will begin renovations to update the facility (the team stressed Saginaw grit will guide the project). WNEM
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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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Lego Time at Hoyt Library
1-2 p.m. — Hoyt Public Library — Free entry — Create and showcase your Lego masterpieces every Wednesday in the children's area.
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Interactive Storytime for Toddlers
10:15-11:00 a.m. — Thomas Township Library — Free entry — Bring your little ones for a fun-filled storytime with books, songs, and activities.
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Preschool Storytime
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Butman-Fish Branch Library — Free entry — Engaging stories, music, crafts, and games await young attendees.
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Rock & Blues Rib Festival
12-6 p.m. — Morley Plaza — Free entry — Enjoy delicious ribs with live music and family friendly activities.
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