Saginaw
Today
Friday, September 19th, 2025
Good morning, Saginaw. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 19th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today starts a busy weekend in mid-Michigan as events such as the 46th Hemlock Sawdust Days Festival at Richland Township Park, Flint Roller Derby’s season opener on Saturday, and a fall flea market in Midland take place with contests, live music—food vendors and family activities available. Additional plans include film screenings at the Flint Institute of the Arts, a kayaking event called Pints and Paddles in Saginaw Township, Begick Nursery’s 75th Anniversary Family Day, a Michigan Makers Market in Bay City, a trail mix event on Great Lakes Bay Regional Trail, and a Halloween-themed night out at Auto City Speedway in Clio. MLive
- ➤ The East Side Soup Kitchen and Hidden Harvest began expanding their Hunger Solution Center in Saginaw to store donated food, upgrade their drive-through, and serve more meals in response to rising community need + the project is set to finish next fall with support from $100,000 donations by Consumers Energy and Jolt Credit Union. Mid-Michigan NOW
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ MDARD urges animal owners to follow biosecurity practices as wild birds migrate through the state. Although no domestic animals have been affected since March and only a few flocks tested positive this year, owners should disinfect equipment and limit visitors—report suspected cases to MDARD. WSGW
- ➤ Mourners said goodbye to Wilmer Jones Ham, the first female mayor of Saginaw, at a memorial service held on September 18th. The event honored her long service in local government. WNEM
- ➤ Two former council members and three previous candidates applied for the council seat after Monique Lamar-Silvia’s felony conviction removed her from office. The council will choose its new member at a special meeting Monday, Sept. 22 at 4 p.m.—a decision that will shape local leadership. MLive
- ➤ Buena Vista Township held a ribbon-cutting ceremony today to open new township offices repurposed from a former high school — local officials and community members joined to mark the transformation. WNEM
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Johnson's Pumpkin Farm is preparing for its 40th fall season and will offer donuts, treats, and fun activities for visitors. The local farm plans to host events that will bring families together as fall approaches. WNEM
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Frankenmuth's boys soccer team trailed 3 to 2 at halftime and scored seven second-half goals to beat John Glenn 9 to 3 at Freeland High School on Wednesday in the Tri-Valley Conference Red standings. MLive
- ➤ The Saginaw-area high school football season is in its third week and rankings show five teams trending up as competitors build playoff hopes. 781/78Swan Valley will host Freeland in an upcoming game—fans expect key matchups that could shift standings. MLive
- ➤ Tonight, high school football kicks off in Saginaw with dry fields and cooler temperatures following a damp start; the Game of the Week pits Bay City Western at Midland Dow—fans are reminded to grab a jacket before the games begin. WNEM
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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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Niagara IceDogs vs Saginaw Spirit
7:05-8:35 p.m. — Dow Event Center — Stream available — Catch the action as the IceDogs take on the Spirit in a thrilling hockey match.
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Saginaw Comic Con at The Market
11 a.m. – 6 p.m. — SVRC Marketplace — Free entry — A vivid celebration for comic enthusiasts, cosplayers, and families to unleash their inner heroes.
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The Great Gatsby Ballet
7-8:30 p.m. — Dow Event Center — Tickets available — Experience a dazzling ballet adaptation of the classic tale filled with wealth, love, and tragedy.
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Kitchener Rangers vs Saginaw Spirit
7:05-8:35 p.m. — Dow Event Center — Watch the thrilling hockey matchup as the Kitchener Rangers take on the Saginaw Spirit live on FloHockey.
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The Nightmare Before Christmas Film Screening
2-5 p.m. — Temple Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the beloved cult classic film at the charming Temple Theatre in Saginaw.
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Fall Mom 2 Mom Sale
11 AM – 4 PM — Fashion Square Mall — Free Admission — Explore over 100 tables of delightful Fall décor at this vibrant Mom Sale event.
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Flint Firebirds vs. Saginaw Spirit
5:30-7 p.m. — Dow Event Center — Watch the live broadcast of an exciting OHL matchup as the Firebirds take on the Spirit.
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