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Good morning Saginaw! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why Saginaw residents walked out of a heated data center forum
  • When will State Street finally reopen for Saginaw drivers?
  • How much tariffs may already be costing your Michigan household

Also on today's calendar: VOA Michigan Saginaw Thrift Store Customer Appreciation Anniversary Celebration and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you get when you cross an angry cow with an angry sheep? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Sunny, nice and less humid, with a high of 79 and low of 51 degrees.
  • Friday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 78, low: 60.
  • Saturday: Partly sunny, a shower; humid, with a high of 84 and low of 60 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Michigan data center town hall draws questions, criticism at SVSU (ourmidland.com) — A packed town hall at Saginaw Valley State University drew sharp questions and walkouts as Saginaw-area residents pressed experts about proposed hyperscale data centers in Michigan. Speakers explained tax breaks, moratoriums, utility costs and secrecy agreements, while locals worried about limited jobs, higher risks, and whether such projects would truly benefit Saginaw communities.
   

• State Street construction nears finish line in Saginaw (wnem.com) — If you've been battling cones on State Street in Saginaw, relief is in sight as MDOT finishes grading and prepares to start paving between Avalon and Bay. The $13 million rebuild should wrap up by mid‑November, restoring normal traffic patterns and easing the daily detours and driveway headaches many local drivers have faced for months.
   

• Study: Tariffs cost Michigan households $5,600 since January (wnem.com) — Reported from Saginaw, a new study says tariffs have cost the average Michigan household more than $5,600 since January 2025, squeezing family budgets and local businesses. Experts warn the ongoing U.S.-Canada trade war could deter investment and growth in Michigan, and urge Congress to pursue trade policies that lower costs and protect jobs.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • I want to mention that KJ Seals is, in fact, legit and safe.
    For context. I paid for him to pick up my monthly grocery order.. Basically, all the money I have for food for the month.. and bring it to me. I was… (Nextdoor East Side Saginaw)
  • Hey I know there is a guy on here that advertises rides.
    I'm disabled and need grocery pickup.. was wondering if someone could tag him (Nextdoor East Side Saginaw)
  • Walmart posted a job opening for Janitorial Associate in Saginaw. Apply here.
  • SPECTRUM posted a job opening for Retail Sales Specialist in Saginaw. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Saginaw here.

🗞 Nearby News

Bridgeport

Freeland

  • Saginaw Food Club to host Fall Fling fundraiser at Back Orchard Barn in Freeland (mlive.com)
  • Goat yoga for kids combines costumes and cute animals at Leaman's this September (mlive.com)
  • Midland Mobile Pack seeks 500 volunteers to pack 200,000 meals (ourmidland.com)

Ok Saginaw! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: An animal that's in a baaaaad mooood! (Thank you Lisa A. for sending it in!)
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