Columbus
The Saginaw News
From logging to furniture, Michigan forest products are a $26.5B industry, report finds
The production of timber, wood furniture, paper and other products stemming from more than 20 million acres of forest, covering about half of Michigan, represent a growing slice of the state’s economy. The forest products industry added more than $26.5 billion in direct and indirect contributions to the economy...
Gluten-free bakery in Midland takes customers ‘Off the Wheaten Path’
MIDLAND, MI – Families with a gluten intolerance are now able to walk into a bakery to experience the giddy excitement of being able to choose absolutely any baked treat from the case. The dedicated gluten-free and allergy friendly bakery, Off the Wheaten Path, has opened its doors to...
How a shark tattoo helps Gov. Gretchen Whitmer stay relaxed on the national stage
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has a shark tattoo. In her new book, “True Gretch,” Whitmer revealed that she got herself inked with an image of the ocean predator after her viral “It’s ‘Shark Week,’ motherf*****,” moment in 2020. And, she told MLive on Wednesday,...
‘Motown is Joetown’: Biden’s campaign recovery tour rolls into Detroit
DETROIT, MI — His public speeches and physical presence under intensifying public focus, President Joe Biden delivered a 35-minute campaign speech Friday, July 12, to more than 2,000 supporters inside Detroit’s Renaissance High School. The Democrat appeared energized by the almost exclusively Biden-supporting crowd, repeating political messages familiar...
81-year-old dies in motorcycle crash near Bay City
An 81-year-old man died on Friday after he lost control of his motorcycle near Bay City. The incident occurred at around 11:45 a.m. on Beaver Road near Euclid Avenue in Bangor Township. The man lost control of his black 2012 Harley Davidson and crashed. No other vehicles were involved in...
Next round of severe storms already being forecast for Michigan, Great Lakes region
A series of storm systems are going to move from southern Canada into the Dakotas and then head toward Michigan and the Great Lakes. The severe storm forecast branch of NOAA already is painting Michigan with severe weather chances. There are no immediate worries on severe thunderstorms for us here...
Bodies of 2 men who jumped off boat found in Lake Michigan
Officials have recovered the bodies of two men who went missing in Lake Michigan after jumping off a boat. According to conservation officers from the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, Eduardo Rivera Jr., 45, and Salvador Lopez, 32, both of Elk Grove, Illinois were found approximately one and a half miles from Hammond on Friday.
Attorneys appeal judge’s ruling that would require residents to pay for part of Michigan dam repairs
MIDLAND, MI – Attorneys representing a group of citizens who may be tasked with paying a portion of dam rebuilding and restoration efforts after a catastrophic 2020 flood have appealed a judge’s decision confirming Gladwin and Midland counties’ lake level special assessment to restore and maintain lake levels in the Four Lakes Special Assessment District.
Dispute leads to Saginaw man charged with murder
SAGINAW, MI — When a happenstance meeting between two individuals turned violent, one participant dared another to shoot him. The gun-wielder called his bluff and obliged, delivering fatal wounds, prosecutors said. He’s now facing a capital offense that could land him in prison for life, all before he’s 25....
‘Dine with the Dead’ in a new annual tradition at this Michigan cemetery
FLINT, MI – Having a meal alongside buried family members is a tradition that dates back to the 19th century. Before funds were allocated to public parks, rural cemeteries like the Glenwood Cemetery in Flint were some of the few public spaces where people could gather. If you purchase...
Nature trail, park coming to Standish thanks to nearly $1M in grants
STANDISH, MI – The city of Standish is on its way to having its first park thanks to a nearly $1 million grant from the Council of Michigan Foundations (CMF) and Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR). Standish received $958,500 in grant funding through the two entities’ Spark Grant...
Macomb County child tests positive for measles, 6th Michigan case in 2024
MACOMB COUNTY, MI – Health officials have confirmed Michigan’s sixth case of measles in 2024. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services and the Macomb County Health Department said Friday that a child in Macomb County was diagnosed with the contagious disease on July 3. If you...
June weather calendars show it was a warm month, You might be surprised
June wasn’t an astonishingly hot month overall, but it was a warm month. These calendars show how each day’s temperatures tallied compared to normal in June for various Michigan cities. We had three abnormal stretches of weather in June for most Michigan cities. There were two cool stretches...
Bay City shifts bridge closure by a day
BAY CITY, MI – Just days after announcing the Independence Bridge would be closed for 24 hours next week, the city said in a statement that there has been a slight change of plans. Yes, the bridge will still be closed. The difference is when. The city said its...
Air Quality Advisories in effect Saturday for several Michigan counties
An Air Quality Advisory is in effect for several Michigan counties near Detroit for Saturday, July 13. The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy has issued an Air Quality Advisory for St. Clair, Livingston, Oakland, Macomb, Washtenaw, Wayne and Monroe counties on Saturday due to elevated levels of ozone.
Our Michigan rain just came from Africa, see the 5,000 mile journey
We just had a big rain over part of southern Michigan. This wasn’t a rain that came from the western U.S. This storm took an amazing track on its way to soaking the Great Lakes region. The rain we had Wednesday was not a hurricane. It was the remnant...
A Bay City fire station is closing. Here’s what that means going forward.
BAY CITY, MI – One of the city’s four fire stations will be closing later this month, but officials have assured residents there will be no drop off in fire protection. Bay City Fire Station 5, 1209 E. Smith St., will be closing Monday, July 15, Public Safety Director Caleb Rowell told MLive/The Bay City Times.
U.P. bridge to close after inspection found it unsafe
DICKINSON COUNTY, MI – An Upper Peninsula bridge will be closed after it was deemed unsafe following an inspection. According to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, the Kamichik Bridge over the Sturgeon River in Dickinson County has compromised bridge footings. The bridge is located on Cassidy Creek Road,...
9 Michigan beaches closed, under advisories ahead of hot, humid summer weekend
There are 9 Michigan beaches closed or under contamination advisories ahead of what’s expected to be a typical mid-summer weekend: perfect for a beach trip. hot and humid summer weekend – with some scattered rain. This weekend’s weather pattern will be hot and humid with some scattered rain...
The Saginaw News
37K+
Posts
342M+
Views
The Saginaw News & MLive https://www.mlive.com/saginaw.
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.