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Nearly four years after historic flooding, Sanford finds the good with community events
Dam failures in 2020 caused catastrophic flooding in Mid-Michigan. One group’s mission each year is to celebrate their community’s hard work for recovery. Sandford Rising’s annual celebration is set to take place May 16th through the 18th. Events throughout the weekend include a blood drive, a car...
Mid-Michigan libraries, school receive grants from Dollar General
MID-MICHIGAN (WNEM) -Several mid-Michigan libraries and one school have been awarded literacy grants from the Dollar General Literacy Foundation (GDLF). The money can be used to purchase books, materials, equipment, or software that helps enhance literacy programs. The DGLF donated $10.6 million to support adult, family and summer literacy programs...
Father keeps vigil at bedside of teen son burned by exploding gas can
ANN ARBOR, MI — It’s been nearly a week since his son was engulfed in flames from an exploding gasoline can, and Jared Shoemaker hasn’t left his bedside. “I’m not leaving this, I’m not leaving my son,” Shoemaker said, on the phone from C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital in Ann Arbor the afternoon of May 16. As he spoke, his 13-year-old son Riley Shoemaker was undergoing surgery to remove dead skin and attempt grafting on cadaver skin.
Essexville fire chief recovering after sunken vehicles pulled from Saginaw River
BAY CITY, MI — A second mussel-covered vehicle has been hoisted from the Saginaw River in Bay City. Meanwhile, Essexville’s fire chief is recuperating after suffering a medical event during the recovery process. Dive teams raised a black 2018 Ford F-F150 pickup truck from the river near the...
2024 Mustang donated to Dow High School’s auto tech program
MIDLAND, Mich. (WNEM) - Midland Ford donated a Mustang so students in Dow High School’s auto tech program can learn the latest in automotive technology. “Without further ado, here is your guys’ brand new 2024 Ford Mustang, 5-liter stick shift,” said a representative with Midland Ford. The...
Bay County roundup: Coping with losses is all part of the deal
BAY CITY, MI – A look at the high school spring sports scene in Bay County for May 16, 2024. Bay County coaches are asked to submit results, highlights and comments the night of each event by emailing lthomps2@mlive.com. This post is currently being updated. Please check back often...
Jermaine Franklin leaning on wisdom in upcoming bout against Devin Vargas
SAGINAW, Mich. (WJRT) - Jermaine Franklin makes his living with his hands. During a training session, you could hear why the Saginaw native has 14 career knock-outs. Franklin getting ready for his upcoming bout against Devin Vargas, who lost his last four fights. Still, Franklin is preparing like it's a...
NEW IN TOWN: Midland unveils new community center, a hub for fitness, learning, and play
MIDLAND, Mich.— Midland's new Community Center has opened— and it's more than just a building. The center will serve as a vibrant hub for connection, growth, and unity within the greater Midland area, officials said. The center features a wide range of modern amenities, including a fitness center,...
Lapeer Fire & Rescue stresses safety after teens injured in fire pit explosion
LAPEER, Mich.— Lapeer Fire & Rescue is urging caution with outdoor fires after several teens were injured in an explosion in Saginaw. Following a recent incident in Saginaw where two teens were severely injured due to an explosion at a backyard fire pit, Lapeer Fire & Rescue emphasizes the importance of fire safety, especially as outdoor fire season begins.
Growing enrollment at alternative high school in Saginaw prompts expansion
SAGINAW, MI – Located in the building of a former funeral home, Saginaw Covenant Academy has plans to add three classrooms and another room for childcare this summer. With just over 200 students, the growing alternative high school has nearly outgrown its current building located at 508 South Washington Avenue.
Saginaw event aims to break mental health ‘stigma,’ organizer says
SAGINAW, MI — A local fraternity chapter this weekend will host a free event aimed at connecting attendees with mental health resources. “Break the Stigma with the Sigmas” is scheduled from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 18, at a Saginaw residence, 1243 S. Jefferson, organizers said.
The Saginaw area properties: What $500K purchases today
For prospective homebuyers eyeing the real estate market in areas of the Saginaw area, here’s what sold for or under $500,000 between May 6 and May 12. Here, we provide a breakdown of the top three properties in each area, selected based on their proximity to the desired price range and the most spacious living areas available.
Populations fall in four of Mid-Michigan's five largest cities
MID-MICHIGAN (WJRT) - New population estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau show continued declines for three of the four largest cities in Mid-Michigan. Flint, Saginaw, Bay City and Burton all lost residents over the past year, according to estimates released on Thursday. Midland was the only one of the largest cities in the region to add residents in 2023.
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