Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 29th of August.
Good morning, Saginaw.
🏘️ Community
The Bay County Pet Cemetery is asking residents to stop burying pets on its grounds after issues arose, and a bat from the area tested positive for rabies.
🌲 Environment
Michigan defends its network against criticism over gaps in air quality readings as Canadian wildfire smoke affected communities this summer—environmental advocates call for more strategic funding.
The Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy will add new sites in Detroit and Lansing while defending that state readings meet federal standards.
🏥 Health
A bat in Saginaw County tested positive for rabies, prompting the health department to advise residents and pet owners to avoid contact with wild bats and keep pets updated on vaccines.
If a bat is found indoors with someone at risk, contact the health department for guidance.
🏈 Sports
On Friday, Aug. 28, local high school football produced varied results including Goodrich 10, Frankenmuth 7 and Fowler 56, Michigan Lutheran Seminary 41; Saturday's games feature Merrill at Newberry (3 p.m.) and Heritage vs. Mount Pleasant (3:30 p.m.).
The Detroit Tigers begin a three-game series against the Los Angeles Dodgers in Comerica Park today, with fans able to catch the game on Detroit SportsNet via free trials from Fubo or DirecTV Stream (regional access required).
The first round of the Ally Challenge began Friday, Aug.
28 in Saginaw as local athletes honored a longtime basketball coach while competing in a spirited event that boosts community sports pride.
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