Good morning, Saginaw.

Mid-Michigan communities announced Halloween trick-or-treat hours for Friday, Oct.

31, with Saginaw County featuring City of Saginaw from 6 to 8 p.m., Saginaw and Thomas Townships from 5:30 to 7:30, Carrollton from 6 to 8, Tittabawassee from 5 to 8 and Village of St. Charles from 5:30 to 7:30 while Kochville Township lacks set hours; in Bay County, Bay City, Bangor Township and Hampton Township have no official times and Midland is set from 6 to 8 p.m.—this schedule provides residents with clear local guidance for Halloween night.

Saginaw’s East Side Soup Kitchen has felt the effects of the recent SNAP suspension — it is now dealing with a drop in benefits that support local food assistance.

Outreach East in Davison is bracing for a spike in demand as the federal government shutdown will pause SNAP benefits on November 1 and many families depend on them for meals – the food pantry is launching drives and writing grants to stretch limited supplies while urging donations and hoping for a swift resolution. Local staff prepares for higher need amid uncertainty over further delays in benefits.

The Saginaw Bay Symphony Orchestra is celebrating its 90th season and will hold a drawing for a chance to conduct during the Holiday Concert on Dec.

9 at the Temple Theatre—donors who contribute $90 by Nov. 24 earn an entry and the winner will receive a private conducting lesson with Maestro Fouad Fakhouri before the performance of Leroy Anderson’s 'Sleigh Ride.'

Thirteen high school teams in the Saginaw area will start the state football playoffs Friday with district openers scheduled through Saturday—brackets were announced by the Michigan High School Athletic Association.

Saginaw-area fans can vote online until 11 p.m. Thursday+ the poll will decide the Week 9 Player of the Week in high school football as teams wrapped up their regular season with a win celebration at Nouvel Catholic Central High School+ voting will crown the standout performer.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Saginaw Spirit vs. Windsor Spitfires

7:05-8:35 p.m. — Dow Event Center — Stream on FloHockey — Catch the thrilling matchup as the Saginaw Spirit take on the Windsor Spitfires in an exciting hockey showdown.