Tuesday, January 7th, 2025
Good morning, Flint. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Flint, Michigan has successfully implemented a local ambulance service, cutting critical response times and potentially saving lives with officials aiming to expand the fleet. Mid-Michigan Now
- ➤ The General Motors Flint Assembly Plant has donated $20,000 to the Flint Children's Museum, enabling free admission for EBT/WIC families from January to March. Mid-Michigan Now
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 90-year-old man, Donby Francis Brown, was killed in a collision on Dort Highway in Flint, with no immediate suspect and non-alcohol related factors. MLive
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A new massage studio, 81Ohm Massage & Co., is set to open in downtown Flint with a grand opening on January 10, offering free massages and discounts on prebooked appointments. MLive
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Flint School of Performing Arts opens registration for winter classes, with an upcoming Band and Orchestra Festival. ABC 12
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A lawsuit aiming to restore in-person visits at Genesee County Jail was dismissed after the facility had already reintroduced face-to-face visits, highlighting the issue's importance for familial connections. ABC 12
- ➤ Flint City Council begins court-ordered mediation on Jan. 7 to resolve a deadlock over filling a vacant seat, following a violation of the city charter. MLive
- ➤ Flint city officials promise no reduction in services as they take over the Hasselbring Senior Center, amidst a lawsuit accusing the city of misconduct by its former nonprofit management. ABC 12
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Flint Under the Stars: Jam Bands Featuring The Outfit and Leroy
Enjoy an evening of lively music and dancing with local jam bands, The Outfit and Leroy, at the FIM Capitol Theatre.
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Carden International Circus: Family Fun Spectacle
The Carden International Circus invites families to experience a spectacular new show featuring amazing acts from aerial acrobats to magnificent animals.
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Carden International Circus 2025 Show
The Carden International Circus invites families to experience a new awe-inspiring show featuring acrobats, elephants, and more, promising a magical outing for all ages.
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Claressa Shields vs. Danielle Perkins Boxing Match
Boxing champion Claressa Shields faces off against Danielle Perkins in a 10-round heavyweight bout for the WBC title at the Dort Financial Center in Flint, Michigan.
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