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Saturday, October 11th, 2025
Good morning, Saginaw. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 11th of October.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Chipotle Mexican Grill's new restaurant at 5709 State Street in Saginaw Township will open Tuesday, Oct. 14 with daily hours from 10:45 a.m. to 10 p.m. and is still hiring; it will serve menu items including burritos, tacos, and new offerings (Carne Asada and Red Chimichurri) and feature the chain's first Chipotlane for digital orders. MLive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Factory of the Dead haunted house at 309 Lapeer Avenue is open now for spooky season and will welcome guests until November 8. Owner Mandy Redburn said the attraction has added new features — an indoor waiting area, a music stage, escape rooms and gellyball — making it the largest haunted attraction in Mid-Michigan. ABC 12
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Nearly 5,000 high school students from over 40 school districts attended MiCareerQuest at SVSU's Ryder Center yesterday—more than 80 employers and training providers offered hands-on learning with heavy equipment, tools and simulators in advanced manufacturing, agri-business, construction, health sciences and information technology. Mid-Michigan NOW
- ➤ Nouvel Catholic Central High School & Junior High in Saginaw Township mourned its principal, Tim Marciniak, who died Friday early in the morning after battling health challenges with his family by his side. The school canceled classes that day but will play its scheduled football game tonight and hold a Remember Night tribute for those lost over the past year. ABC 12
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed into law part of the state budget on Tuesday that removes taxes on tips—workers will now keep all their gratuities. WNEM
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Last Friday, Saginaw-area football teams battled in Week 7 games with playoff and conference spots on the line while Freeland entered the matchup at a 5-1 record and Parker Lentner was named player of the week—key details that shaped the local season. MLive
- ➤ TV5 is asking fans to vote for the Game of the Week sponsored by Flint Bishop International Airport—nominees include Freeland at Frankenmuth, Davison at Grand Blanc, and Midland High at Mt. Pleasant. TV5 will preview the winners before airing live on Friday, October 17. WNEM
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Dustin Lynch and Scotty McCreery Concert
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Dow Event Center — Last-minute tickets available — Experience a night of country music with Dustin Lynch and Scotty McCreery.
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Still Waters Tour with Leanna Crawford and Cade Thompson
7-8:30 p.m. — 850 W Genesee St, Frankenmuth, MI — Ticket prices vary — Experience Leanna Crawford’s inspiring songs and deep faith on her debut tour.
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