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Histories of Arthur Hill, Saginaw High schools traced in planned museum exhibit
SAGINAW, MI — A museum display next week will chart the histories of two high schools that shut down weeks ago after generations spent teaching Saginaw pupils. The Castle Museum of Saginaw County History on Monday, Aug. 5, will open the display dedicated to the histories of Arthur Hill High School and Saginaw High School.
Dow Receives Large Grant for Job retention
The State of Michigan has allocated a $120 million grant to Dow Chemical to retain roughly 5,000 jobs in the region. During its meeting on Tuesday, the Michigan Strategic Fund awarded the grant to Dow to support improvements to the company’s industrial park in Midland as well as its Auburn Operations facility. Dow says it’s working to expand its ability to manufacture materials that go into the creation of electric vehicle batteries. The State has also approved a 15-year State Essential Services Assessment property tax break and a 10-year extension to a Renaissance Zone tax incentive.
Creepy Abandoned Church in Flint with Shady Past
WARNING: Under no circumstances should you enter this property. By doing so you risk bodily harm and/or prosecution for trespassing on private property. The explorers of this church near Flint called it ‘creepy’ - looking at the images, I can see some instances where yes, it looks somewhat eerie. But then, there are a few ornate parts as well.
Discover the Saginaw area: Homes you can buy for half a million dollars
For prospective homebuyers eyeing the real estate market in areas of the Saginaw area, here’s what sold for or under $500,000 between July 15 and July 21. Below, we provide an overview of the top five properties in each area, chosen for their proximity to the desired price range and the largest living spaces.
Rib Fest cooks up appetizing slate of events for 2024
BAY CITY, MI – Four nights of live music, fun events and some of the best-tasting barbecue from around the country is coming to Bay City this week. Beginning Thursday, July 25, the Labadie Rib Fest will be cooking up an appetizing array of festivities for the whole family. This year’s event will feature everything from music, vendors a petting zoo and a cornhole tournament.
Shooting in Flint hotel parking lot kills woman, police looking for answers
FLINT, Mich. – Police are asking for the public’s help for information on a shooting that happened on Flint’s east side. Around 2 p.m. on Sunday, July 21, 2024, a woman was found shot to death in the parking lot of the Travel Inn located at 2002 S. Dort Hwy.
Woman misses chance to avoid jail
CARO — One could say Rachel L. Parrish received a break when a judge delayed her sentence for one year, keeping her out of jail. But Parrish, 32, of Caro, didn’t take advantage of the situation. Last week a judge ruled Parrish “did not successfully complete her delay of sentence,” and tossed her in jail for 180 days – with credit for 74 days served.
What $500,000 or less gets you in the Flint area
Prospective homebuyers considering the real estate market had a range of options in various neighborhoods throughout the region between July 15 and July 21. In this article, we outline recent property sales in the Flint area, all of which featured homes under $500,000. Here, we provide a breakdown of the...
Drying out the next few days
SAGINAW, Mich. (WNEM) - After an unsettled start to the week, we are set to move into a quieter pattern later for the rest of this workweek and most of the weekend. There is a small chance for a few lingering showers tonight, but with the coverage expected to be isolated, more areas will stay dry than wet. Sunshine will then take over through at least Saturday, before a more unsettled pattern returns early next week. Enjoy it while you can!
Annual Walk for Hope returning to SVSU
SAGINAW, Mich. (WNEM) - Every year, hundreds of people in mid-Michigan gather to walk in support of suicide awareness and prevention. This year’s Walk for Hope is set to return to Saginaw Valley State University on Sunday, Aug. 4. The 5K walk/run was started 22 years ago by Barb Smith, founder of the Barb Smith Suicide Resource & Response Network.
Craig Scott: The last of a dying breed of local fastpitch softball players
Ashlander Craig Scott doesn't necessarily consider himself the last of a dying breed. However, he's one of the very few players still lacing up his spikes and donning a uniform in serving as a player and manager of the Midland, Mich. Explorer's men's major fastpitch softball team. Midland was one of six teams competing in the Ashland Invitational over the weekend at Brookside Park. ...
Fans get chance to celebrate Memorial Cup victory with team, cup
SAGINAW, Mich. (WNEM) – Saginaw Spirit gave fans a chance to re-live the team’s Memorial Cup victory on Wednesday, July 24. The Dow Event Center held a free screening of the Memorial Cup win for fans, along with the opportunity to meet the players and see the cup.
Here’s how to join in two remaining virtual town halls on the Flint water crisis settlement
FLINT, MI -- The second in a series of virtual town halls on the Flint water crisis settlement is scheduled for Wednesday, July 24, and there’s still time to register to attend. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we...
Man pleads guilty to hiding stolen cars
CARO — A 36-year-old Vassar man has pleaded guilty to receiving and concealing two stolen vehicles, and concealing the identity of a third vehicle. Investigators say Joshua D. Zimmerman received and concealed a stolen 1971 Lincoln Continental, and a stolen 1967 GMC pickup truck. Police said they don’t know the dates of those crimes.
Forecast turning towards dry weather after isolated showers today
SAGINAW, Mich. (WNEM) - Showers remain in the forecast today, but coverage is expected to be quite limited as of this point. With how quick the low has passed by and with our area already behind the cold front, we don’t have much in the way or forcing or a good driver for widespread showers. The heating of the day is expected to allow some showers to develop in the afternoon, but the coverage just looks isolated.
Lowest Listing: A Look Inside Flint’s Cheapest Home for Sale Right Now
It's no secret that the housing market is a hot mess right now. Before, everyone encouraged people to buy homes, as renting was looked at as "throwing away money." Now, that thought process has been flipped on its head as it's recently been discovered that renting is now cheaper than being a homeowner in all 50 states per a study done by Bankrate.com.
Boyne City businessman's $630,000 offer for Bay City State Theatre accepted
BAY CITY, Mich. (WJRT) - The Bay Event Center. That could be the new name of the Bay City State Theatre, as court papers indicate a winning bid has been accepted. The building and its contents were put up for sale last month as bankruptcy proceedings continue. The court papers...
National tennis grant helps renovation efforts for Janet Jopke Courts
BAY CITY, Mich. - The Janet Jopke Courts at Richard Shaw Park have received a facelift. The Bay Community Tennis Association recently raised nearly $85,000 to go towards the renovations. A portion of the funds came from the U.S. Tennis Association, which provided a $35,000 grant as part of a new program launched last year in honor of tennis superstar Coco Gauff's win at the 2023 U.S. Open.
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