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Wednesday, February 11th, 2026
Good morning, Flint. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Jackson City Council approved $15,000 annually for three years to support Rx Kids, a program that gives pregnant parents $1,500 during pregnancy + $500 monthly for newborns. The initiative, first launched in Flint, will expand in Jackson and Blackman Township if additional funding is secured. MLive
- ➤ A verified GoFundMe account is raising funds for the family of officer Charles Redmond, who died by suicide in an Mt. Morris Township church parking lot on Sunday, Feb. 8. Over $25,000 had been raised by Tuesday, Feb. 10 — toward a $30,000 goal — to support his widow Melissa and their seven children. MLive
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Vogt's Flowers and Gifts in Flint has been serving local customers for 107 years and offers Valentine's flowers and gifts today. ABC 12
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Craig Douglas shared key lessons about Black History Month yesterday in Flint, offering clear insights into the celebration's history and cultural impact. ABC 12
- ➤ Public schools hold the spring count today to record attendance for state funding as required by the State School Aid Act; students may be counted later if absent (30 days for excused, 10 days for unexcused, or 45 days if suspended). Mid-Michigan Now
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Genesee Health System now offers free and confidential mental health support for law enforcement officers across the county to help ease job stress + a dedicated hotline at 810-496-5535 is available to break the stigma around seeking help after high-stress events. Mid-Michigan Now
- ➤ A Michigan State University study found that 93.2% of drivers buckled up in May-June 2025 — a 1.2% increase from 2024 and the highest rate since 2019. Female drivers and SUV occupants showed higher usage, offering evidence of improved roadway safety. ABC 12
- ➤ MSU researchers and Genesee Health System found that a one-page safety planning intervention reduced post-jail suicide attempts by 55% as presented on Feb. 9 in Flint. The study aims to guide future efforts to support individuals during crises. MLive
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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.
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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.
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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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FREE Family Nights at Sloan Museum of Discovery
5-7 p.m. — Sloan Museum of Discovery — Free — Celebrate the seasons with hands-on activities and family fun for little ones and their siblings.
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Tax Foreclosure Clinic
If you are a Genesee County homeowner struggling to pay property taxes - there's HOPE! Come to the Property Tax Clinic at the Genesee County Administration Building Community Room from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm on March 13, 2026, for advice and/or assistance with completing a HOPE tax exemption application.
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