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Thursday, October 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Saginaw. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 23rd of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Saginaw Community Foundation awarded over $773,000 to 45 programs across the county between May and October. The largest awards went to the College Advisor Fund and the Rx Kids prenatal and infant cash program — these grants supported education, health, and arts projects locally. WSGW
- ➤ Yesterday, the Dow Event Center renamed its Red Room to the Jolt Celebration Club for concerts, meetings, and receptions. The name change, unveiled on October 22, reflects a push to boost downtown Saginaw's community spirit — with Jolt Credit Union playing a key role. WNEM
- ➤ Mid-Michigan news shows the Michigan Farmers Union warned that rising costs and tariff issues add uncertainty for local farmers while Genesee County Animal Control paused cat adoptions after a Feline Distemper case. Saginaw Arson Watch seeks volunteer pairs + the Central Michigan District Health Department hosts a medication drop-off today as the City of Saginaw holds a community Trunk-or-Treat at Celebration Park tonight. WNEM
- ➤ Dan Streeter, CEO of Rescue Ministries of Mid-Michigan, has been named grand marshal for the 48th Annual Saginaw Christmas Parade, which will be held on November 22 at 11 a.m. Santa Claus will appear at Morley Plaza at 10:30 a.m. as the route starts at Johnson Street and Washington Avenue and ends at Ojibway Island (near Court Street Bridge). WNEM
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A Taste of Ireland, the Irish music and dance show, will perform Friday, Oct 24 at the Temple Theatre in Saginaw—bringing live Irish music and dance to local audiences. ABC 12
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Kochville Township's Downtown Development Authority recently purchased the abandoned Quality Inn for $1.6 million near a busy corridor, and demolition on the 2.9-acre site will begin within weeks—officials plan to attract new retail and restaurant investments to revitalize the area. WNEM
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Cathedral Free Clinic held its ribbon cutting in Saginaw to open its free clinic that offers primary medical care for uninsured residents — providing both body and soul care. The clinic is open on the first Tuesday of each month from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. and may extend its hours in the future. WNEM
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Saginaw-area high school football teams are starting the final week with Week 8 rankings showing shifts in records—Friday’s games will decide playoff home game chances as the Michigan High School Athletic Association announces playoff pairings Sunday. MLive
- ➤ Valley Lutheran and Dow ended their boys soccer seasons Tuesday in regional semifinals. Valley Lutheran lost 1–0 to Leland in Big Rapids — Leland will face North Muskegon in the regional final Thursday. MLive
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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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The Nutcracker
7:00–8:30 p.m. — Temple Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of this classic holiday ballet at the renowned stage in Saginaw.
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Deer Widow Craft Show
11 AM – 4 PM — Horizons Conference Center — Free entry — Explore a variety of unique handmade gifts and support local artisans in a creative atmosphere.
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Jerry Seinfeld Live in Saginaw
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Dow Event Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with legendary comedian Jerry Seinfeld.
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