Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 31st of January.
Good morning, Flint.
The Genesee County Human Trafficking Taskforce held its annual Light Up the Night candlelight vigil at the Genesee County Sheriff's Office to honor trafficking victims and survivors while providing local resource support.
The event marked the end of Human Trafficking Awareness Month.
FIA has announced its 19th annual Community Gala in Flint to celebrate local art and community spirit (event details including time and location will be updated on the Flint Arts website).
Tapology, one of the nation’s longest-running tap dance festivals, returns Feb.
5 to 8 in Flint’s Cultural District. A featured concert on Feb. 8 at 3 p.m. inside the FIM Whiting Auditorium will honor founder Bruce Bradley + promise tap, gospel, blues, hip-hop and African dance performances.
Mark Schwartz has spent fifty years repairing instruments and mentoring budding musicians in our community.
A new documentary honors his legacy and impact on local music.
Flint-born jazz and soul singer Alicia 'Blue Eyes' Renee earned a Grammy nomination for her vocals on Corey Henry and The Treme Funktet's album 'Live at Vaughan’s' and will represent her hometown at the awards ceremony tomorrow at Crypto.com Arena (Los Angeles).
The 11th Annual Chrome & Ice classic car showcase returns over Valentine’s weekend at Dort Financial Center, featuring a festive theme.
It runs Friday, Feb. 13 from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 14 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday with an awards ceremony at 2:30 p.m.
Local education leaders and elected officials held a special education forum on Friday, Jan.
30 at the Gloria Coles Flint Public Library. Parents and community members discussed learning support services and challenges faced by families.
Hamilton Community Health Network has expanded its Burton Campus with new clinic space in Genesee County — a step to boost local care.
The expansion will increase access to health services and support rising community needs.
Dr. Michael Roebuck of Hurley Medical Center in Flint warns residents that AI health tools should not replace a doctor’s evaluation.
He said AI cannot review medical history or perform physical exams (which may lead to unnecessary worry or delay in care).
Mundy Township officials approved rezoning a 40-acre site at 2180 Grand Blanc Road for a housing project with 198 townhouse-style apartments starting at about $2,000 rent.
Redwood Living will submit plans next for review so construction may begin in late 2027 or early 2028+ pending community study.
Teen Lounge - Escape Room
5:30-7 p.m. — Gloria Coles Flint Public Library — Free entry — Follow clues and solve puzzles to save your Valentine date.
New Works Festival
7:30 p.m., 2 p.m. — Flint Repertory Theatre — $20 for all performances — Experience world premieres of exciting new plays from contemporary American playwrights.
Flint Motorcycle Swap Meet
9 AM – 3 PM — Dort Financial Center — Admission Fee TBD — Explore numerous vendors offering motorcycle parts, gear, and more at this local favorite.
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