Saginaw
Today
Sunday, August 10th, 2025
Good morning, Saginaw. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 10th of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Fulgencio family expanded Wonder Burger by landing a permanent spot at Old Town Distillery by Wonder in Saginaw — they now serve specialty cocktails made with spirits from previous owners and plan to host community events like celebrity bartender nights to support local charities. They kept many features of the historic venue and expressed deep pride in serving their home community. MLive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The 57th Saginaw African Cultural Festival began on August 8 on the former Morley School grounds and brought vendors and locals together with African clothing, art, and food—festival president Alexis Thomas said it feels like a big family reunion. The event continues through the weekend as the community celebrates its heritage. MLive
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Michigan Community and Worker Economic Transition Office has opened applications for an 18‐month Community Growth Academy that helps groups affected by shifts in the auto and utility fields. The academy uses a new Community Transition Playbook (funded by a $1.5M Ballmer Group grant) to offer planning tools, grant funds, and technical help to eligible groups (including municipal governments, nonprofits, tribal entities, and economic development organizations). WSGW
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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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