Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 28th of April.
Good morning, Flint.
🏘️ Community
Flint's NEH toolshed closed for the season after losing its main CDBG funding—its key support for a $156,000 budget—leaving residents without free access to essential landscaping tools.
City officials have reached out with temporary funds while NEH applies for ARPA support to help restore the service for our community.
🎓 Education
Kearsley Community Schools and Meijer launched Project SEARCH at the Burton Meijer store in September to let six students with special needs learn job skills in work areas like grocery stocking and the bakery — the internship ends May 30 with graduation on June 3.
Genesee Intermediate School District coordinates the program and teacher David Hall meets with the students each morning to help build their independence and prepare them for future employment — the initiative sets a new path for real-world job training.
🏈 Sports
Hundreds of high school gamers competed in the state esports championship Saturday at the University of Michigan-Flint—players took part in 11 games with teams from Mid-Michigan joining the contest.
Team captain Daniel Haggerty from Montrose Hill McCloy High said his team learned to play Rainbow Six Siege and advanced to the finals after a rocky start.
🎉 Flint Events
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iLuminate Show
8-9 p.m. — FIM Whiting Auditorium — Family-friendly event — Experience a stunning fusion of technology and dance with dazzling LED suits and energetic music.
Giovannie & The Hired Guns Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — The Machine Shop Concert Lounge — Must be 18 or older to attend — Experience high-energy live music from Giovannie and the Hired Guns.
Cinco de Mayo Celebration
12-8 p.m. — Brush Park — Free entry — Celebrate culture and community with food, entertainment, and family activities honoring Cinco de Mayo.
Halocene Concert
6 PM – 12 AM — The Machine Shop Concert Lounge — Ticket prices vary — Experience Halocene's energetic performance alongside Fame On Fire and Archetypes Collide.
Black Violin Concert
7-10 p.m. — FIM Capitol Theatre — Last-minute tickets available — Experience the unique sounds of Black Violin blending classical and hip-hop music.
Billy Gunther & The Midwest Riders Live Performance
6-10 p.m. — Davison Eagles City of Flags Aerie 3589 — Cost varies — Experience the energetic performance of the Midwest Riders, known for their passionate music since 2019.
🏠 Flint Real Estate
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