SAGINAW LIVING

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While many of you may think judging food competitions is all fun and games. I'm here to tell you it isn't. Especially when 12 Handy Middle School students put their heart and souls into their dishes for the final night of the after school cooking class - the Cooking Challenge. That is the spot Robert Arocha, Ann Greenhoe and... Full story »

Sandra Bullock dressed the part at last Sunday's Academy Awards: She wore a gleaming, metallic, slim-fitting gown that seemed fashioned after the Oscar statuette itself. The dress was a winner, making Bullock one of many who stepped up their style on what is considered Hollywood's most important runway. Top actresses made bold color choices, donned stiffer shapes and used... Full story »

The signs that spring is on the way are unmistakable and everywhere — from the melting snow dripping from eaves and the chatter of returning birds to determined green shoots pushing through the soil. But for parents of girls and boys hoping for a visit with the Easter Bunny, it also means that it’s time to go shopping. “Spring... Full story »

The color green is a serious multitasker. It speaks for St. Patrick’s Day and blooming spring, tranquility and jealousy, healthful food and greed — all at once. Long-ago brides preferred it for their gowns, but some women’s magazines hated it for their covers. George Washington loved it and champions of Earth claimed it as their own. It’s Shakespeare’s salad... Full story »

Being the gadget junkie that I am, I couldn't have been more excited to stumble across the Web site, foodbuzz.com. Not only can I log on any time to see what's new in gadgets, there is a place to sign up to receive the daily Food Buzz with gadget picks of the week. Electric kettles, which heat hot water... Full story »

Andy Collison, 18, Saginaw Swan Valley High School senior School, church and civic activities: Football; National Honor Society. Special awards, accomplishments: Varsity football captain; First Team All Conference; First Team All Area; Summa Cum Laude; Student of the month; Optimist Club youth appreciation citation. Grade point average: 3.99 College/future job plans: Saginaw Valley State University or Central Michigan University. The... Full story »

Linda Bryant of Saginaw is a library supervisor for the children's department at Hoyt Library. What is your typical day like? One particularly enjoyable aspect of working in the children’s department is the variety. Any given day can have a number of components to it. I may be working with the collection, ordering new books, making repairs, or pulling... Full story »

Ronald G. Fruchey and Marilyn S. Schaar, both of Coleman. Russell J. Root, Saginaw, and Dolores F. Mason, Hope. Anthony S. Iafrate and Amanda C. Snear, both of Sanford.  Full story »

Matthew A. Chase to Brittany R. Schneider, both of Saginaw. John K. Chumah to Amy P. Masullo, both of Saginaw. Anthony R. Cozzolino to Stephanie M. Sanchez, both of Saginaw. Davis O. Faler to Ashley N. Schultz, both of Saginaw. Michael S. Lasecki to Gina K. Huff, both of Birch Run. Briad A. Mannie to Catrina M. Watson, both of... Full story »

Lisa M. Lauria-Jammer from Douglas W. Jammer. Matthew J. Eckerle from Heather L.  Eckerle. Jessica Saylor from Joshua Saylor. Becky J. Minnis from Geoffrey A. Minnis. Melissa D. Hale from Joseph A. Hale. David A. Jezewski from Wendy L. Jezewski. Kimberly K. Martin from Tracy L. Martin. Sonja F. McCartney from Robert A. McCartney.      Full story »

Peggy L. from Timothy R. Braley. Oneal J. II from Casandra D. Chapman. Elizabeth A. Gutierrez-Smith from Leslie Smith. Sheri L. from Edward Habina. Kelly from Errick Moten. Robert L. Ramsey Jr. from Keesa N. Long. Itacha  Stephens from Victor Harris Shawn R. Weaver from Debbie M. Vega-Weaver  Full story »

Michelle Davey, daughter of Tom and Joan Davey of Saginaw, was named to the fall 2009 dean’s list at Belmont University, Nashville, Tenn. Dean’s list students must earn a minimum 3.5 grade point average in 12 or more credit hours. Local students were named to the fall 2009 dean’s list at Calvin College in Grand Rapids. These students must earn... Full story »

Navy Seaman Apprentice Tara K. Strieby completed basic training at Recruit Training Command, Great Lakes, Ill. She is the daughter of Roxana C. and Carl P. Strieby of Breckenridge. Air Force Airmen Candice E. King, Anthony A. Miller and Thomas W. Stewart II graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio. King’s mother and stepfather are... Full story »

For more information, contact Janet Fergin at (989) 631-7660 or e-mail volunteer@unitedwaymidland.org. • Moving helpers needed March 22-23. Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds. Groups welcome. • Pet owners sought to bring their animals to activities room at assisted-living center. Pets must be healthy and friendly. • Volunteers with proven experience in reducing waste and saving money... Full story »

To volunteer your services in Saginaw or to donate goods, please call Karla Brzak at the United Way of Saginaw County, 755-0433, ext. 214, or kabrzak@unitedwaysaginaw.org. Also check out its Web-based volunteer program at www.1-800-volunteer.org. • Board members needed to serve on committees and attend monthly meeting. • Reading mentors needed to help children improve their literacy skills. • Entertainers... Full story »