Saginaw
Today
Tuesday, August 19th, 2025
Good morning, Saginaw. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy is awarding a $1 million Brownfield Redevelopment Grant to clean soil and remove hazardous materials at the former truck stop on 1223 W. Saginaw Road so Cook Chevrolet can develop a used car lot, service center, and sales building—steps that will add up to 20 jobs with a $4 million investment and complete by summer 2028. The 1.9-acre site has remained vacant since 2022. ABC 12
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Saginaw County Circuit Court Judge Manvel Trice III set a new sentencing date of Sept. 15 at 9 a.m. for Arielle C. Truckner— a Chesaning woman who pleaded guilty to abusing a 3-year-old girl and sending child images to her boyfriend— after her Aug. 18 hearing, and she now faces at least 18 years in prison while her boyfriend serves 17.5 years. MLive
- ➤ Five people were injured in a shooting on Saturday, August 16 near Perkins Street and 23rd Street when a large gathering turned violent; one victim, hit by a car as well as shot, is in critical condition while four others treated for gunshot wounds are in stable condition. Mid-Michigan NOW
- ➤ Michigan’s attorney general announced criminal charges against Dr. James Carthron, 61, for Medicaid fraud—he allegedly billed for services not provided after closing his PRN Urgent Care and will face a probable cause hearing on August 22 and a preliminary examination on August 28. WSGW
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Motorists in Michigan will pay an average of $3.12 per gallon for regular unleaded after gas prices dropped 11 cents from last week — Flint sees some of the lowest prices at $3.07 per gallon. A full 15-gallon tank now costs about $46, which is less than what drivers paid a month ago and last year. Mid-Michigan NOW
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Consumers Energy is giving $2 million to help eligible customers pay overdue summer energy bills if they are behind, had service shut off, or carry a balance from a previous address. Customers will apply through two community partners—The Heat and Warmth Fund and the Salvation Army. WNEM
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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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Disney On Ice: Frozen & Encanto
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Dow Event Center — Ticketed event — Experience the magic and music of Disney's Frozen and Encanto on ice with dazzling performances.
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Chesaning Chamber of Commerce Dry-Tri
9 AM – 1 PM — Showboat Park — Celebrate fitness and the outdoors with biking, running, and paddling in the scenic Chesaning area.
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Vision Meeting at 2|42 Community Church
12:15-2:15 p.m. — 2|42 Community Church — Food provided — Discover the church's upcoming plans and engage in worship together.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Winston Churchill
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