The Michigan Banner

01/17/2026

📰 NEW EDITION OUT NOW | The Michigan Banner 📰

Inside the January 16 edition:
• Latino representation reaches a historic milestone on the Lansing City Council
• Flint and the Great Lakes Bay Region honor MLK Day through service, unity and youth leadership
• Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist II exits the governor’s race and launches a bid for secretary of state
• A candlelight vigil in Midland calls attention to immigration enforcement concerns
• Youth voices confront gun violence and community safety
• Education, health, business and sports news impacting our region

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12/05/2025

MyMichigan Health will consolidate leadership across four of its mid-Michigan medical centers beginning Feb. 1, 2026, in an effort to streamline operations and strengthen systemwide coordination.

12/03/2025

Saginaw Valley State University has dismissed head football coach Ryan Brady after six seasons, ending the tenure of a leader who produced multiple winning years but fell short of the program’s postseason expectations.

Saginaw Valley State University has dismissed head football coach Ryan Brady after six seasons, ending the tenure of a leader who produced multiple winning years but fell short of the program’s pos…

12/03/2025

📣 The latest edition of The Michigan Banner is out now, covering December 1–15, 2025.

Here’s a look at what’s inside:

🔸 Honoring the life and legacy of Marshall “Coach T” Thomas — a true Saginaw icon
🔸 $2M boost to support homeless teens through the Saginaw County Youth Protection Council
🔸 A young teacher inspiring future artists at the MAC Center
🔸 HORIZONS Conference Center brings back the Ultimate Small Business Holiday Party
🔸 MSU Symphony Orchestra & Choirs present Alegría Navideña at Wharton Center
🔸 Isabella Bank launches its Holiday with Heart nonprofit giving campaign
🔸 Updates on MDOT projects, community gatherings, youth programs, and more

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06/19/2025

Today, we honor the power of freedom, the resilience of our ancestors, and the ongoing journey toward justice and equality.

Juneteenth is more than a moment in history. It is a celebration of Black excellence, a recognition of hard-fought progress, and a call to continue building a future rooted in dignity, truth, and unity.

As we reflect on this day, may we carry forward the spirit of liberation, uplift every voice, and never stop dreaming of what’s possible.

Freedom. Legacy. Power. Progress.

02/13/2025

Joann Fabrics, a longtime staple for crafters and sewing enthusiasts, is set to close the majority of its Michigan locations as part of a nationwide restructuring effort.

01/23/2025

The passage of the Laken Riley Act raises the question: are Democrats shifting their priorities to better serve voters, or are they adapting for political survival? In highly competitive districts, the answer may be a combination of both.

Michigan Democrats' support for the GOP-led Laken Riley Act follows significant electoral setbacks in the state, including Donald Trump's 2024 victory in Michigan and Republicans regaining control …

01/20/2025

Today, we celebrate the enduring legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. — a visionary who dreamed of equality, justice, and unity. His unwavering courage reminds us that each of us has the power to create positive change in our communities.

As we honor his life, let us commit to walking in his footsteps: standing against injustice, embracing diversity, and spreading love in all we do.

"Life's most persistent and urgent question is, 'What are you doing for others?'" – Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

01/16/2025

In just four days, Donald J. Trump will be sworn in as the 47th President of the United States, alongside JD Vance as the 50th Vice President.

Today, President Trump and Vice President Vance unveiled their official portraits.

01/16/2025

This afternoon, the Saginaw Community Food Club and Kitchen, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit membership grocery store, hosted a groundbreaking ceremony at their future home located at 310 Meredith St.

This much-anticipated project is set to open in 2026, bringing fresh and affordable groceries to the Saginaw community!

🌐 Learn more at saginawfoodclub.org

📷 Photos by: Tina Dowe Swanton / Saginaw Community Food Club and Kitchen