Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of March.
Good morning, Flint.
Fenton woman Joan Gray learned her mother’s ashes—once thought lost after a chemical spill—were safely delivered to a PO Box in Wiggins on March 24.
USPS confirmed the delay and safe delivery, easing Gray’s worries about her mother’s memory.
On March 25, the Ruth Mott Foundation awarded nearly $3M in 16 grants to Flint groups supporting youth programs, public safety, economic opportunity, and neighborhood development from community input during its 25th anniversary.
The foundation will share more details on its strategic plan later this year.
Edible Flint will host a Farm Volunteer Orientation Day on Tuesday, April 7, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at its Educational Farm on 1628 Beach St, where residents can tour the farm and try early-season hands-on activities; volunteer days will continue through October.
Team Rehab Physical Therapy paid nearly $5 million to settle claims that it billed for one-on-one sessions even when care was given in group settings.
The chain, which operates clinics in Davison and Grand Blanc, self-reported the issues and added new compliance controls.
Freeland-based R1SE, a youth academic support company, won a major investment deal after appearing on ABC's Shark Tank on Wednesday and celebrated with a red carpet event at Horizons Conference Center in Saginaw Township; the company offers tutoring + mentoring to Mid-Michigan students and plans a new location in Frankenmuth.
UM-Flint theatre students join professional actors at Flint Repertory Theatre to perform the comedy musical Lucky Stiff, which runs until April 4.
The production gives students a valuable hands-on experience with professional talent.
Herman Moore, former Detroit Lions receiver, attended an art therapy session at West Middle School on March 25 to support students and staff coping with the loss of local teacher Jaimi Hagenauer and coach Logan Welch.
Local art therapists led the workshop + emphasized teamwork and healing throughout the school year.
Flint City Council corrected a clerical error on Monday, March 23 in the funding resolution for North Flint Food Market—switching fiduciary responsibility to North Flint Reinvestment for the $150,000 ARPA funds to support store operations.
The market opened in November to serve a local food desert.
Michigan for Responsible Data Centers coalition launched this week to help communities learn about data centers' effects on jobs, power use and environment.
State Rep. Martin stressed that projects must fit local land use and power needs — he urged public input to guide future proposals.
U.S. District Judge Judith E.
Levy ordered payments to Flint adults with eligible water crisis injury claims on Monday & the payments will come in two installments, with the second pending final appeals.
ABC12 Sports reported live from Chicago (with detailed play-by-play) as the Sweet 16 Showdown unfolded yesterday, offering Flint basketball fans essential highlights of the intense competition.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The R&B Roll Up
9 PM-1 AM — Genesee County Compassion Club — Free entry — Chill out with smooth R&B tunes and good vibes in Flint.
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