Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 14th of August.
Good morning, Saginaw.
🏘️ Community
The Saginaw Spirit Charitable Foundation raised $668,192 during the 2025-26 season from jersey auctions, ticket sales, and 50/50 drawings.
The annual Hockey for the Homeless Night contributed the largest single donation (at $113,090) to support local nonprofits in mid-Michigan.
The 20th Annual Teddy Bear Run to benefit kids at Covenant will be held tomorrow at Sanford American Legion Post 443.
Local families can join the run to show support for the cause.
💼 Business
Freeland Bean and Grain Inc. was named Michigan’s 2026 Agriculture Exporter of the Year on Aug.
12 at a ceremony at its Freeland facility — the family-run firm credits its growth to new export markets that support local farmers.
🎭 Culture
Midland teen dog trainer Olivia Befus advanced to America’s Got Talent live shows after a standout callback at Sofia Vergara’s home on Aug.
11 — she will compete with her dog Zeke in the live round on Tuesday, Aug. 18 at 8 p.m.
The 58th Annual Saginaw African Cultural Festival runs today through Sunday at the old Morley School grounds (2601 Lapeer Ave).
The weekend event features a 5K run starting today, STEM workshops, family yoga, live music, self-defense lessons, art activities and food vendors.
Grand Funk Railroad will perform a rock concert at Soaring Eagle Casino on Oct.
10. The event will bring local music fans together for a dynamic night of classic tunes.
🎓 Education
St. Charles Community Schools will place a revised bond proposal on the November ballot after the earlier measure failed.
The board reduced the proposed millage rate to 3.75 mills and will retain over $10 million for facility, infrastructure, safety, security and educational projects.
🏥 Health
Evidence of West Nile Virus was found in three mosquito samples collected last week in Saginaw County.
Officials advised residents to use EPA-approved repellent and eliminate standing water near homes — actions meant to curb mosquito-borne illnesses.
🏈 Sports
Bridgeport football coach Walter Mulligan aims to rebuild a team that lost 15 straight games by focusing on a simple single-wing offense – a system that gives players more chances to score and improve.
The season opener is at Caro on Aug. 27, and summer workouts grew the roster.
Local high school football teams will begin their season on Aug.
27, with fans voting on which team will win the most games this year. In 2025, Frankenmuth, Swan Valley and Midland Dow finished with a record (10-2) each.
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