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Flint
Friday, April 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Flint. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Tenants at a Flint apartment complex at 1001 N. Saginaw St face living challenges after heavy rain caused a ceiling collapse and flooding that led a city inspector to warn against residing there. Property management said repairs are underway to restore safe living conditions. Mid-Michigan Now
- ➤ Grace Emmanuel Baptist Church in Flint received a $20,000 grant to launch the Pathways to Work shuttle service for NorthGate employees facing transportation challenges. The program will offer fixed-route shuttles, employer vanpools, and an emergency ride guarantee. ABC 12
- ➤ The Longway Planetarium is hosting its seventh annual Mix & Mingle Under the Stars fundraiser on Wednesday, Apr. 15 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Guests aged 21 and older can enjoy local food, drinks and a silent auction that supports youth education programs. Flint Beat
- ➤ The Mays Senior & Community Service Center celebrated its 1 year anniversary yesterday from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM at 1002 W. Home Ave with inspiring speakers, line dancing, sewing demonstrations, refreshments and giveaways. Mid-Michigan Now
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Flint Institute of Arts Museum and UM-Flint will host Dancing in the Streets: Thresholds, a free performance exploring Mama Sōl’s journey with music, dance, and visual art on April 11, 2026, from 7 to 9 p.m. A public textile art workshop will run on April 10 at Riverbank Arts. MLive
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Flint officials announced the yard waste collection season starts Monday through Nov. 30 so residents may set out grass clippings and leaves on their regular pickup day. Free yard waste bags are limited at City Hall, Mays Senior and Community Center + McKinley Community Center. ABC 12
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Flint Firebirds defeated the Owen Sound Attack 6-1 on Wednesday at Harry Lumley Bayshore Community Centre (setting an OHL record by outscoring the Attack 35-3 overall) and will await their second-round opponent. MLive
- ➤ Flint high schools have spotlighted 10 standout boys track and field athletes to watch this spring. The selected athletes — noted for record-breaking throws and relay wins last season — are set to compete in upcoming meets. MLive
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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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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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Flint Zine Fest 2026
12-6 p.m. — Factory Two — Free entry — Celebrate self-published art and zines from local and national creators.
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