Saginaw
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Thursday, November 6th, 2025
Good morning, Saginaw. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 6th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A Frankenmuth-based food pantry has become a lifeline for veterans in need as it fills carts and closes gaps for those who once served—offering essential food support during hard times. WNEM
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Boys and Girls Clubs of the Great Lakes Bay Region will hold its Night to Remember Gala on Nov. 13 to support after-school and summer programs for children in Bay and Saginaw counties — a donation of 75 laptops from AT&T and Human IT means each child will get their own laptop for homework or creative projects. Mid-Michigan NOW
- ➤ Voters rejected two school bond proposals in Saginaw County on Tuesday, with Saginaw Township Community Schools' $169.2 million plan getting 4,735 yes votes to 7,691 no votes and Birch Run Area Schools' $17.8 million request losing 1,089 to 1,253. The defeats leave both districts without needed funds for building repairs, safety updates and facility improvements. WSGW
- ➤ Voters on November 4 rejected bond proposals for Birch Run Area Schools and Saginaw Township Community Schools—54% and 62% of voters said no, respectively. District leaders will review the results and decide on next steps to update aging school buildings—planning for future upgrades. Mid-Michigan NOW
- ➤ John Glenn High School celebrated the opening of a new facility featuring a SmartLab, auxiliary gym, weight room, and training room for student-athletes. The school said the addition aims to expand learning opportunities — it will promote wellness and enhance academic programs. Mid-Michigan NOW
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A federal court order to keep SNAP running led to reduced benefits for recipients because only about half the usual aid is being provided after funding ended on Nov. 1. Michigan’s Department of Health and Human Services said the USDA will send partial payments Saturday for those who normally receive benefits on the 3rd, 5th or 7th—while extra funds went to food banks although no full funding plan is in place. Mid-Michigan NOW
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Henry Ford Genesys Hospital said it reached an impasse with striking nurses who have been on the picket line since Sept. 1—officials offered no timeline to resume negotiations. WNEM
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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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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.
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Dear Diary Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Dow Event Center — Tickets available — Experience the enchanting melodies of Dear Diary with their hit song 'This Year's First Snow'.
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