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Friday, February 20th, 2026
Good morning, Flint. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Community groups are hosting fish fries every Friday from Feb. 20 until Easter—Flint's Christ the King Catholic Church offers a $15 dinner while posts in Swartz Creek, Grand Blanc, and a church in Davison serve different menus at set prices. MLive
- ➤ Genesee County Animal Control will host an emergency dog adoption event on Saturday, Feb. 21 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at its facility at 4351 W. Pasadena Ave where reduced adoption fees of $10 plus a $10 license fee aim to free space for 61 dogs. Flint Beat
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Chosen Few Arts Council is hosting an African American Celebration featuring music, art, and community on Feb. 28 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Greater Flint Arts Council (816 S Saginaw St). Mid-Michigan Now
- ➤ Flint School of Performing Arts is hosting its annual concert celebrating Black history today at 7:00 p.m. in MacArthur Recital Hall. Student performances include music, theatre, and dance that honor influential Black artists and feature a collage-style program. Mid-Michigan Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Bendle School District officials are seeking an emergency demolition permit to tear down a damaged section of the middle school after further roof collapse occurred on Feb. 16 — weather conditions may have contributed to the collapse, and officials confirmed that classrooms remain safe with security on site. MLive
- ➤ Mott Community College trustees delayed a statement about a complaint that President Shaunda Richardson-Snell made proselytizing remarks at the Peace & Dignity Observance. They will consider the proposed statement at their next meeting on Feb. 23 after a Feb. 18 meeting discussed a nonprofit letter. MLive
- ➤ The Mott Foundation is investing $20 million to improve Flint park and playground spaces as part of its centennial celebration; on Feb. 18, the Flint Community Schools Board accepted over $7 million to upgrade playgrounds at five school sites—community input will help shape features for local children and families. Flint Beat
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Flint community members and law enforcement gathered at First Presbyterian Church on Saginaw St. on Thursday to honor fallen officer Charles Redmond, who died by suicide earlier this month; a GoFundMe for his 8-member family has raised nearly $40,000. Mid-Michigan Now
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Genesee County Health Department ordered Lucky's Steakhouse in Davison to close starting Thursday, Feb. 19 after a Feb. 18 inspection found six food code violations (including four repeats); the restaurant will reopen only when county standards are met. MLive
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Governor Whitmer posted a video on Thursday, Feb. 19 from Italy in which she spoke with athletes from Great Lakes State & Team USA competing at the Winter Olympics. Her remarks underlined local pride as the athletes prepare for international competition. Mid-Michigan Now
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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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17th Annual Basic Needs Fair
10 AM – 1 PM — Gloria Coles Flint Public Library — Free entry — Discover resources to meet essential community needs at this annual fair.
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Pot O' Gold Races
10 PM — Downtown Flint — Prices range from $15 to $50 — Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with races and festivities for all ages in Flint.
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Flint Under the Stars
7-11:59 p.m. — FIM Whiting Auditorium — Cost info unavailable — Experience the intense and immersive sound of Cult Therapy, formed in Flint.
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Flint Firebirds vs. London Knights
7-11:59 p.m. — Dort Financial Center — Ticket prices vary — Come watch an exciting ECHL rivalry game between the Firebirds and Knights.
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