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Flint
Saturday, March 14th, 2026
Good morning, Flint. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A high wind warning remains in effect until 10 p.m. EDT as gusty winds may disrupt power and travel in southeast Michigan — meanwhile, a wild game dinner fundraiser will benefit the Knights of Columbus in Fenton. ABC 12
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A fire early Friday left The Dapper Barber Company a total loss and caused smoke damage at Al's Quick-Release Bicycle in Davison — the local Chamber of Commerce is offering help and no one was injured. Mid-Michigan Now
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Halo Burger on Saginaw Street in downtown Flint is scheduled to reopen in March, promising to bring its classic menu back to the neighborhood. ABC 12
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Isabella Manchester, a high school sophomore from Birch Run, is a top 15 finalist in the art competition at the Zekelman Holocaust Center in Farmington Hills. Her paintings honor Holocaust history and address hate following a recent synagogue attack in Oakland County. ABC 12
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Consumers Energy has deployed 450 crews across Michigan as a storm brings high winds, snow, and freezing rain. Residents are advised to heed travel advisories and stay at least 25 feet away from downed power lines. ABC 12
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Michigan lawmakers passed several bills this week to reduce medical debt by changing hospital debt collection practices and placing limits on interest rates. The new rules require hospitals to offer financial help for residents facing unexpected health costs. ABC 12
- ➤ Flint received nearly $650,000 in state marijuana tax revenue in 2025, making it the top municipality in Genesee County. Overall, Genesee County collected almost $3.8 million from 35 licensed retailers (funds used for schools and roads). MLive
- ➤ The Genesee County Animal Control will be renamed Animal Care next week after the Board approved the change to reflect its modern services (including shot clinics and a food pantry). Director Jay Parker said the update will help shed the old stigma tied to high euthanasia rates. MLive
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Irene’s Craft Kitchen in Grand Blanc hosts a Flint City Bucks fan day next Thursday with a 4 p.m. tailgate & a walk to Don Batchelor Field by 6:30 p.m., followed by an after-party and a chance for children ticket buyers to win an on-field experience during the anthem. Mid-Michigan Now
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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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Mid Michigan Pet Expo 2026
2-8 p.m. — Magoo's Pet Outlet — $10 adults, $5 youth, free for kids and pets — Celebrate a dog-friendly weekend filled with pet vendors and training demos while supporting a great cause.
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Jon Langston Concert
7-10 p.m. — The Machine Shop Concert Lounge — 18+ only — Enjoy an evening of country music with Jon Langston in Flint's popular venue.
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80s Prom Party
7-10 p.m. — The Machine Shop Concert Lounge — Must be 18 or older — Dance the night away to the sounds of Dr. DeLorean and the Space Invaders.
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Prophetic Fire: Releasing God's Kingdom Conference
10 AM - 7 PM — Hyatt Place Flint / Grand Blanc — Free entry — Participate in two days of training and impartation to unleash prophetic gifts.
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The Lacs Live in Flint
7-11 p.m. — The Machine Shop Concert Lounge — Tickets from $69 — Experience the unforgettable live performance of The Lacs in Flint, MI.
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Vehicle City Sports and TCG Show
10 AM – 5 PM — Mundy Sportsplex — Admission fee applies — Explore sports cards and trading card games in a family-friendly atmosphere.
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Creative Color 101: Back to the Basics
10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. — Beauty Mark Salon llc — Tuition required — Dive into the vibrant world of color applications and unleash your creativity with hands-on guidance.
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