Saginaw
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Tuesday, August 26th, 2025
Good morning, Saginaw. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 26th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Saginaw Police said a 43-year-old Saginaw Township woman, Cortney Michelle King, was killed and two 18-year-old men were injured in a shooting near Emerson and Howard Streets on Aug. 23 at 9:45 p.m.—detectives from the Major Crimes Unit are investigating with no arrests made yet. WNEM
- ➤ Michigan State Police told Thetford Township residents to lock doors and use alarm systems after several home invasions over the weekend — suspects broke into homes between midnight and 6 a.m. and stole items including firearms. Mid-Michigan NOW
- ➤ Michigan State Police urged Thetford Township residents to lock their doors at night after several overnight home invasions occurred—one suspect was seen on a surveillance camera near Wilson and Center roads early Sunday morning and over a dozen firearms were reported stolen. ABC 12
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Local superintendents have urged parents to contact state lawmakers to pass the school funding budget because if the first state aid payment scheduled for October 20 is missed, districts will be forced to use general funds (which may end free meal programs for students). WNEM
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A report by the Alliance for the Great Lakes warns that large data centers could pull over 150 billion gallons of water in the next five years—raising risks of water shortages and groundwater conflicts for Michigan and other states. The report urges state leaders to enact stricter water management rules and improve planning to avoid these issues. MLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City Council voted on a resolution that would declare a vacancy for councilwoman Lamar-Silvia if she is convicted; she is scheduled to be sentenced Wednesday for three felonies tied to falsified petition signatures. Some residents are split on the matter—while a few want a recall, council members said the measure follows charter procedures and does not immediately remove her. WNEM
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Don Durrett will be inducted into the Saginaw County Sports Hall of Fame and will prepare his acceptance speech thanking those who helped him win 91 games as Saginaw High football coach — he led his team to a 1999 state championship and had three players who later played in the Super Bowl. This honor highlights his lasting impact on local high school sports. MLive
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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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Flint Firebirds vs. Saginaw Spirit
7:05-8:35 p.m. — Dow Event Center — Watch the Flint Firebirds take on the Saginaw Spirit and enjoy an exciting hockey broadcast.
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