Good morning, Saginaw.

Greater Williams Temple Church of God in Saginaw will mark its 100th anniversary with a gala on Monday, Aug.

17 at the Horizons Conference Center in Saginaw Township. Presiding Bishop J. Drew Sheard will deliver the keynote and gospel singer Crystal Renee Aikin will perform, while tickets cost $100 for adults and $50 for youth with purchases accepted through today.

Cirque du Soleil will perform its family holiday production 'Twas the Night Before... at Dow Event Center downtown on Thursday, Nov.

19. Pre-sale tickets are available until Friday, Aug. 14 at 11:59 a.m. using code TWAS with public sales to follow.

A local Head Start director discussed upcoming changes that may affect early learning programs in the area.

Her comments offered insights on how parents and caregivers might adapt as programs review new requirements today.

At a board meeting on Monday, Aug.

10, Essexville-Hampton Public Schools shared plans for a Center for Innovation and Civic Engagement funded by a bond approved by voters. The district will mail a timeline after vote certification and review bids on Sept. 14 — paving the way for STEM learning.

The Freeland Community School District proposes a $21.2 million bond on the Nov.

3 ballot to fund facility upgrades and keep the school tax rate unchanged. Community forums will be held at Freeland Elementary School starting Aug. 13 at 6 p.m. to update residents.

Local high school defensive players including Harry Ayotte and Kam Reynolds are set to build on strong 2025 showings for a promising 2026 season, with coaches expecting them to drive game-changing plays.

Reese Rockets coach Kerry Messing said the team returns 17 varsity players plus experienced linemen to build on last season in the Big Thumb Conference Black Division amid a new quarterback competition; they will open the schedule on Aug.

28 at Hart.

Tigers outfielder Wenceel Pérez paused his rehab assignment due to vision issues; he played catch at Comerica Park yesterday but experienced eye fatigue (and discomfort) that stopped his routine.

Manager A.J. Hinch said Pérez will be reevaluated before resuming game play.