Good morning, Saginaw.

Boxes-On-Break & Kroger will host a three-day food drive from Dec.

11-13 at 4672 State in Saginaw Township to collect food and funds for 750 boxes to help students during winter break, with volunteers delivering boxes on Dec. 28-29 at SVRC Marketplace.

Local businesses led by Wonder Burger will serve 1,500 free meals to residents in need at Hoyt Park on Sunday, Dec.

14 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will unite community members during the holiday season.

UNO Pizzeria & Grill reopened under new ownership on Nov.

18 along Tittabawassee Road in Saginaw Township, and the updated space features a new sound system and thorough cleaning that regulars say makes the food taste better than before.

Michigan workers will see a raise in the base minimum wage from $12.48 to $13.73 on Jan.

1 under the Improved Workforce Opportunity Wage Act — additional increases for tipped and young workers will continue until 2030.

New Lothrop Elementary's first-grade teacher Meredith Harris was awarded the Golden Apple Award this morning for her dedication to a caring, structured classroom, and Principal Kim Kuchar celebrated the honor with cheers from staff, students, and family.

Early winter chill has formed ice on local lakes, and safety officials advise checking ice thickness (4 inches for walking, 8 or more for driving) before venturing out.

They stress having a buddy nearby and to call 911 if someone falls through.

Michigan Department of Health and Human Services released a statement Friday disagreeing with new federal guidance to delay the hepatitis B vaccine birth dose and urged health care providers and families to follow the standard schedule — experts warn delaying the shot could increase lifelong infection risks.

Soo Greyhounds vs Saginaw Spirit

7:05-8:35 p.m. — Dow Event Center — Check the FloHockey broadcast for all the hockey action as the Soo Greyhounds face off against the Saginaw Spirit.

The Nutcracker

7:00 – 8:30 PM — Dow Event Center — Ticket prices start at $78 — Experience the magic of Tchaikovsky's classic ballet as it unfolds in Saginaw.

Oshawa Generals vs Saginaw Spirit

7:05-8:35 p.m. — Dow Event Center — Streaming available on FloHockey — Catch the action as the Oshawa Generals face off against the Saginaw Spirit in this exciting hockey match.

Saginaw Spirit vs. Sarnia Sting

7:05-8:35 p.m. — Dow Event Center — Cost info not provided — Catch the exciting OHL matchup as the Saginaw Spirit take on the Sarnia Sting.