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Thursday, April 16th, 2026
Good morning, Flint. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Genesee County Parks is hosting a community indoor garage sale called Trash to Treasure on Saturday, April 18 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Crossroads Village Millstreet Warehouse at 6140 Bray Rd + admission is $2 while children 12 and under enter free. MLive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Flint native Mr. B will perform at his 29th Annual Blues Boogie Celebration on Sunday, Apr. 19 at Totem Books (620 W Court St.) in a two-hour blues piano event. Tickets cost $20 in advance and $25 at the door. MLive
- ➤ Country music superstar Keith Urban will headline the ninth annual Ally Community Concert on Aug. 29 at Warwick Hills Golf and Country Club after The Ally Challenge tournament, with gates opening at 5 p.m. and his performance starting around 8 p.m. ABC 12
- ➤ Flint Zine Fest will take place Saturday, May 2 from noon to 6 p.m. at Factory Two, where artists and makers sell DIY zines. A Zine Artist Spotlight is scheduled for Saturday, Apr. 18 at Totem Books with a workshop at Gloria Coles Flint Public Library on Saturday, Apr. 25. Flint Beat
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Gloria Coles Flint Public Library opened its Teen Tech Center today to offer a space where teens can use gaming laptops, consoles and computers for homework and fun. Library officials say the center was built in response to more teens needing a dedicated area. ABC 12
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Excessive rain in southeast Michigan has raised flood risks today as soils remain saturated from recent downpours — residents in low-lying areas should monitor forecasts while additional thunderstorms may swell creeks and streams. ABC 12
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Genesee County Road Commission will begin reconstructing Clio Road between Coldwater and Stanley roads on Monday, Apr. 20. The $3.4M project will reduce lanes (from five to three) and lower speeds to 35 mph during early phases, with a detour for southbound traffic in the final stage. MLive
- ➤ A developing sinkhole forced the Genesee County Road Commission to briefly close part of Webster Road between Lake and Farrand roads in Vienna Township as announced Wednesday, Apr. 15. Buses and emergency vehicles still passed (for inquiries, call Mike McPherson). MLive
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Firebirds lost 2-1 to the Spitfires on Tuesday at Dort Financial Center and now trail 3-0 in the series; they face elimination on Thursday. MLive
- ➤ The Michigan AP all-state Division 2 girls basketball team has been announced after a record-breaking season, with Flint Powers Catholic star Kendyl Smith + Goodrich Coach Jason Gray among those honored by 14 sports writers statewide. MLive
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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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Mother's Day Craft & Gift Show
10 AM – 3 PM — Mott Community College — Free entry — Explore a vibrant showcase of local handmade gifts and activities for the whole family.
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Stomp
7-10 p.m. — FIM Whiting Auditorium — Tickets starting at $76 — Experience the energetic rhythms and unique choreography of Stomp live.
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Josey Scott Concert
7-10 p.m. — The Machine Shop Concert Lounge — Must be 18 or older to attend — Enjoy a night filled with music by Josey Scott at a top-rated local venue.
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Healing Hands 5K Run/Walk
Time not specified — Flint, MI — Entry fee applies — Participate in a community event promoting health and well-being through walking and running.
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