Marcus Thompson
Editor-in-Chief
Award-winning journalist with 15 years covering Michigan communities.
About Us
Local journalism for the people who call Saginaw home
In an era when local newsrooms are disappearing across America, we believe Saginaw deserves better. The Saginaw Front Page exists to fill that void with journalism that informs, investigates, and connects our community.
We cover the stories that matter to you—city council decisions, school board meetings, neighborhood developments, local businesses, and the people who make Saginaw what it is.
“A community that knows itself can govern itself.”
— Our founding belief
Our Mission
To strengthen democracy in Saginaw County through fearless, fair, and community-centered journalism.
We believe an informed citizenry is the foundation of a healthy democracy. Our mission is to provide the news, context, and analysis that residents need to participate fully in civic life.
Our Values
Truth
We pursue facts rigorously, verify thoroughly, and correct promptly when we err.
Independence
We answer to our readers, not special interests or political agendas.
Community
We are of Saginaw, for Saginaw, invested in our shared future.
Accountability
We hold power to account while being transparent about our own work.
50K+
Monthly Readers
500+
Stories Published
12
Investigations
100%
Independent
Our Journey
2024
The Beginning
Saginaw Front Page launches with a mission to serve our community with quality local journalism.
2024
First Investigation
Our exposé on infrastructure funding leads to renewed city commitment to road repairs.
2025
Growing Readership
Reaching 50,000 monthly readers as the trusted source for Saginaw County news.
2025
Community Partnership
Launching partnerships with local schools to support student journalism programs.
The Team
The journalists bringing you Saginaw's stories
Sarah Chen
Managing Editor
Former Detroit Free Press reporter passionate about local accountability.
David Okonkwo
Senior Reporter
Saginaw native covering city hall, schools, and community issues.
Emily Rodriguez
Multimedia Journalist
Visual storyteller bringing Saginaw's stories to life.
Support Local Journalism
Independent journalism isn't free to produce. Your support makes our work possible.
Every contribution helps us continue covering the stories that matter to Saginaw. Whether it's a one-time gift or monthly support, you're investing in your community.
Editorial Standards
Corrections
When we make a mistake, we correct it promptly and transparently. All corrections are noted at the bottom of the original article.
Sources
We verify information with multiple sources before publication. We protect confidential sources while being transparent about our methods.
Conflicts
Our journalists disclose any potential conflicts of interest. We maintain a strict separation between news coverage and advertising.