Good morning, Saginaw.

On Friday, Michigan lawmakers passed budget bills heading to Governor Whitmer and Grand Blanc police planned to release bodycam footage from a September incident—state troopers warned drivers to watch for more deer during hunting season.

Meanwhile, the Saginaw YMCA hosted a Senior Healthy Living Expo and Saginaw United High School celebrated homecoming with a parade and football game.

First Tee Eastern Michigan will host the Color Your Palate Walk on October 16 at 6 p.m. at The Fortress Golf Course in Frankenmuth.

The event—supporting youth programs—will feature five tasting stations offering wine, craft spirits, and gourmet pairings.

The Tuscola County Pumpkin Festival is underway in Caro for its 44th year and runs through the weekend.

The free event features food trucks, music, car shows, kids' activities and contests—honoring past board members with its 'Time to Remember' theme.

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel warns Michigan residents about a rise in fraudulent text messages that claim unpaid tickets from the State of Michigan Department of Vehicles — these scams include a fake payment link and ask for personal or financial information, so people should not respond and can report the texts to SPAM 7726.

Students at Fulton High School helped TV5 with its Wake Up mid Michigan segment, while Leaman's Green Applebarn in Freeland opened for fall fun with apple picking, a corn maze, and trick-or-treating with goats on October 16—Governor Whitmer urged schools to maintain free meal programs even as districts decide their budgets.

A federal shutdown may soon deplete funds for WIC, a program that helps 6.7 million people access healthy food and healthcare, and in Michigan local advocates say state funds have kept services running—while lawmakers remain gridlocked over a federal budget.

Ithaca had a 5-0 record after Friday’s Tri-Valley Conference game at Valley Lutheran, with Greyson Merchant earning Week 5 Player of the Week honors—playoff points, standings, and the Week 6 schedule were also shared for Saginaw-area teams.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Halloween Celebration at SVRC Marketplace

4:30-6:30 p.m. — SVRC Marketplace — Free entry — Enjoy a spooktacular evening of trick-or-treating and festive fun with live entertainment and community vendors.

Trunk or Treat

5-7 p.m. — YMCA of Saginaw — Free entry — Enjoy a community celebration with candy, music, and spooky decorations in a festive Trunk or Treat atmosphere.

Flint Firebirds vs Saginaw Spirit

7:05-8:35 p.m. — Dow Event Center — Stream available — Witness the heated rivalry unfold as two local teams clash on the ice.

Saginaw Spirit vs. Windsor Spitfires

7:05-8:35 p.m. — Dow Event Center — Cost info not provided — Catch the thrilling clash between the Saginaw Spirit and Windsor Spitfires live on FloHockey.

Brantford Bulldogs vs. Saginaw Spirit

5:30-7 p.m. — Dow Event Center — Check local listings for cost — Watch an exciting OHL match-up featuring the Bulldogs and Spirit live on FloHockey.