Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 20th of August.
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🚨 Crime
Demetrius B. Williams, 31, is accused of fatally shooting travel nurse aide Eliza Vega-Aparicio at a Cypress Street home in Saginaw on April 5 at about 4 a.m.—witnesses including a child testified during his preliminary exam on Aug.
18, and the session will continue on Aug. 28 at 2 p.m.
A 28-year-old man was shot while driving on I-75 near Hess Avenue last Friday at 7:00 p.m. in Saginaw County and he managed to drive to TA Travel Center in Bridgeport for treatment before going to a hospital, and his injuries are not life-threatening with no arrests made.
Police responded at around 10:20 p.m. at the Perkins and 23rd streets gathering Saturday night—where a 45-year-old man was shot and struck by a vehicle and three men and one woman sustained non-life-threatening injuries—and said that witness non-cooperation has hampered the investigation.
🏛️ Government
The city of Saginaw is hosting an informational meeting on Friday at 10:30 a.m. at the Andersen Enrichment Center to discuss the future of its nearly 100-year-old water treatment plant on Ezra Rust Drive — officials and engineers from Fishbeck Engineering will explain options such as equipment replacement, large-scale rehabilitation or building a new facility. Future meetings in October and November will be held to update residents and gather more input.
🏈 Sports
Due to delays in the construction of its new field, Saginaw United has moved its 2025 season opener to Arthur Hill Memorial Stadium—where the team will face Freeland and honor its history.
Saginaw-area high school football teams are gearing up for season openers on Aug.
28—local fans are set to watch key matchups in the 2025 season. The list highlights games expected to draw intense local interest.
Heritage football coach Justin Thelen told his players to set aside recent wins as the Hawks train to peak in November following a standout three-year run—aiming for a strong 2025 season.
🎉 Saginaw Events
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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.
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.
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.
Preschool Storytime
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Butman-Fish Branch Library — Free entry — Engaging stories, music, crafts, and games await young attendees.
Rock & Blues Rib Festival
12-6 p.m. — Morley Plaza — Free entry — Enjoy delicious ribs with live music and family friendly activities.
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.
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.
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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