Saginaw Spirit seeking a few new fans
The Saginaw Spirit put on a good show. From the scent of hot roasted almonds wafting through the air to frequent breaks for cartoons, T-shirt canons and musical entertainment, you might forget you’re at a hockey game. READ MORE ->
Local business owners optimistic following holiday sales
Local and national retailers are feeling the holiday cheer following better-than-expected seasonal sales that some say point to signs of an economic recovery. READ MORE ->
Education
Scholarships available from Gratiot County Community FoundationThe Gratiot County Community Foundation is offering more than 30 scholarships totaling... Read More →
School think tank launches in Midland
Meta4 Inc., a new Midland nonprofit organization, aims to connect local classrooms... Read More →
Michigan Renewable Schools Program trains students for ‘green’ jobs
Energy Works has partnered with the following Michigan institutions that offer green... Read More →
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Just Hired
Company: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Gratiot and Montcalm counties Job title: Executive... Read More →
Companies: Come Recommended and Intern Bridge Job title: Public and Media Relations... Read More →
Company: Central Michigan University Job title: Freshman Year Advisor Education:... Read More →
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The Forecast
Enjoy an evening with Ryan Bedford, a long track speedskater who is returning home to Midland on Thursday, Jan. 28, days before heading to the 2010 Winter Olympics. A free evening of festivities is open to the public at the Midland Civic Arena. Events begin at 6:30 p.m. and will include free cake, T-shirts, keepsake photos of Bedford, a chance to meet... Read More →
Check out the WaterWorks, the latest exhibit at the Alden B. Dow Museum of Science and Art, running Jan. 28-April 25. The exhibit includes fun, interactive learning experiences that let visitors experience the playful, powerful and precious world of H2O. Click here to view a commercial. WaterWorks responds to the age-old myth of complete water abundance... Read More →
Not enough drama in your life already? Check out the many plays being performed throughout the area over the next few weeks. Here’s a round-up of our best bets: Chicago’s Improvised Shakespeare Company comes to Alma College for a night of improv comedy at 8 p.m. Jan. 30 at the Remick Heritage Center. Tickets are $10 for adults; $5 for seniors.... Read More →
You’re pretty much guaranteed to have a smokin’ good time at Night of Louisiana – a concert filled with ragin’ Cajun music and Zydeco tunes imported from New Orleans to Central Michigan University’s Finch Fieldhouse. Tunes and dancing begin at 7 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 30. Better claim your space on the dance floor early – it’s... Read More →
Nosh on chocolates from some of the finest chocolatiers, bakeries and restaurants in Saginaw County all while raising money for Underground Railroad, Inc., a nonprofit organization committed to ending domestic abuse and assault. The Chocolate Lovers’ Benefit takes place Sunday, Jan. 31, at the Horizons Conference Center, 6200 State St., Saginaw,... Read More →
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