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Flint
Tuesday, March 24th, 2026
Good morning, Flint. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Great Lakes Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, located at 2014 Zimmerman St, offers martial arts classes for kids and adults and serves as a family-friendly hub on Flint's west side — founder Kelley Quijano said she plans to expand programs and secure nonprofit funding to help more people access training. Flint Beat
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ MusiCollage 2026 will host a free concert at Whiting Auditorium on Thursday, Mar. 26 at 7:30 p.m. Local residents can look forward to an evening of live music. ABC 12
- ➤ University of Michigan Flint Theatre presents Lucky Stiff and it will run for the coming days; tickets + show times are available online for local residents to enjoy a unique cultural experience. ABC 12
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Flint Community Schools launched a graduation initiative to boost rates by starting a program in kindergarten that runs through 12th grade (reducing absenteeism) and enlisting community support. The campaign was announced today to build on steady improvements since 2023. Mid-Michigan Now
- ➤ Thirty-six MSU medical students in Flint celebrated Match Day on Friday when they learned their residency placements at hospitals across the country — one student will begin an emergency medicine residency at Henry Ford in Detroit. ABC 12
- ➤ Flint Community Schools leaders asked for over $8 million in state funding this week to demolish four abandoned school buildings that have raised safety concerns. They plan to reallocate funds from emergency fixes to classroom needs. ABC 12
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Repair crews in Genesee County will close M-54 at Atherton Road for four weeks starting soon as Consumers Energy replaces a 12-inch gas main from 1927, while lane closures on I-75 in Saginaw County will support bridge repairs through July. Drivers should plan extra travel time. ABC 12
- ➤ I-75 work started Monday, March 23, and will continue through June 2026, with crews resurfacing the highway by closing the left lane between Clarkston Road and Baldwin Road and select ramp entrances from Dixie Highway/Saginaw Road to I-75. Drivers should plan for slower traffic (MDOT). MLive
- ➤ Genesee County Parks & Rec released its 2025 report detailing upgraded park facilities and expanded events, including ADA improvements at Wolverine Campground, a $50,000 ORV grant for The Mounds, and enhanced outreach at For-Mar Nature Preserve. The report also noted successful public events at Bluebell Beach and Crossroads Village. MLive
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Mundy Township Senior Center and the Owosso Council on Aging will use $15,000 in Molina grants to reduce isolation among seniors. The centers will launch a ceramics-hand building program and digital literacy classes to boost social connection and wellness. ABC 12
- ➤ Hurley Medical Center and Hurley Children's Hospital received a donation of Niko in the NICU from Randy Wise Automotive Group to support NICU families in Flint, and the book (which tells the tale of a baby turtle overcoming early challenges) will be shared with families. ABC 12
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The Mid-Michigan Pet Expo is coming soon to Flint and will host local pet vendors and activities for community pet lovers. Event details are available from the organizers (see local announcements). ABC 12
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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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Curtis Chin Author Visit
6-7 p.m. — Gloria Coles Flint Public Library — Free entry — Celebrate with author Curtis Chin as he shares insights from his memoir about growing up in Detroit's Chinatown.
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Twilight Zone: Live!!! Parody Show
7 p.m. — Flint Local 432 — Ticketed event — Delight in a whimsical parody of classic Twilight Zone episodes with Dark Room Productions.
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Spring Dance Concert
7:30 p.m. — University of Michigan-Flint Theatre — $16 regular, $11 seniors & alumni — Enjoy an evening of captivating choreography from UM-Flint's talented faculty and students.
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