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Friday, May 1st, 2026
Good morning, Flint. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The nearly 50-year-old Crossbow Inn Restaurant in Grand Blanc closed its doors last night to begin a major remodel that will involve demolition and rebuilding, and the owners thanked regular customers for decades of support. No completion date has been announced. ABC 12
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On June 5-7, the Mott Foundation will host Family Fun Days at the Flint Cultural Center for its centennial celebration. The free event offers live performances, hands-on art and science activities, a community lunch + a 3-on-3 basketball tournament for local residents. Flint Beat
- ➤ Today at 7 p.m., a jazz concert honoring Joe Henderson fills MacArthur Hall. Yesterday's Kentucky Derby party in Saginaw raised funds, and a STEM event at the Children’s Museum, a goth night at the Masonic Temple in Bay City and Flint Zine Fest at Factory Two will take place Saturday. MLive
- ➤ Comedian George Lopez is set to perform at Flint’s Capitol Theatre on May 7th; he recently discussed his stand-up career and family TV projects with Mid-Michigan NOW Anchor Mike Woolfolk. Mid-Michigan Now
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in Michigan increased nearly 30 cents from Wednesday to Thursday, now averaging $4.58 and hitting $5 at some pumps in West Michigan due to an unplanned BP refinery outage in northwest Indiana - AAA said a near-60-day war in Iran also pushed up fuel costs. Mid-Michigan Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Linden High School Quiz Bowl team won the State's Class B Championship on Thursday, Apr. 30 + local anchor Stella Daskalakis celebrated their victory at a studio in Linden, marking a proud academic milestone for the community. Mid-Michigan Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Buena Vista Township received a $1.4 million grant from the Michigan State Housing Development Authority to fund $472,000 in home repairs and $942,800 for building 10 government-owned mobile homes. Residents who applied will be notified soon and may attend a meeting today at the township hall on E. Holland Road. ABC 12
- ➤ The Genesee County Road Commission will close McKinley Road between Wilson Road and Vienna Road on Monday, May 4 and Tuesday, May 5 from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. for asphalt work over a cross culvert; motorists are urged to use alternate routes. MLive
- ➤ Motorists along Perry Road should expect delays as construction resumes on a non-motorized pathway project in Atlas Township on Tuesday, May 5. Flaggers will manage traffic between Mancour Drive and Grand Blanc East Middle School, while work in front of the school begins after summer. MLive
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Flushing forward Kayla Rousseau scored three goals and celebrated with her griddy in a 3-0 win over Holly at Seymour Elementary on Wednesday despite a left leg injury. The team now stands at 8-1 in the Flint Metro League. MLive
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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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LaFontaine Car Cruise
4-7 p.m. — Liberty Fabricators — Free entry — A gathering for car enthusiasts to show off their rides and enjoy a vibrant community atmosphere.
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Randy Houser in Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — FIM Capitol Theatre — Cost info unavailable — Experience Randy Houser's inimitable voice and hits at this live concert event.
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