Daily
Flint
Tuesday, May 6th, 2025
Good morning, Flint. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 6th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ One Eleven opened in Fenton on April 22 with a tapas-style menu that blends Cajun, Asian, Portuguese and Spanish flavors curated by Chef Luis Fernandes—also a manager at Redwood Steakhouse. The restaurant offers dishes like Hawaiian Shrimp and Korean sticky ribs plus plans for online ordering and future outdoor seating. MLive
- ➤ LaBria Lane (30) transformed her front-lawn pop-up into MarySam’s Gardens and Plant Shop in Flint, a garden center named for her great-grandparents that now offers custom floral arrangements, tropical houseplants, vegetable transplants and artful workshops. The shop is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and it will join the Flint Farmers’ Market Pavilion on May 11. Flint Beat
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 28-year-old man died Friday in a Detroit hospital from a gunshot wound he suffered on April 25 at a Family Dollar store at Clio Road and Stewart Avenue in Mt. Morris Township when a clerk shot him amid a dispute—authorities say investigators may revisit the self-defense claim. ABC 12
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ D&W’s Street Eatery showcased its Latin American BBQ on Cinco de Mayo by using its fleet of food trucks to serve customers across Mid Michigan—drawing local interest in a festive, cultural experience. ABC 12
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ James Yake, the Genesee Intermediate School District director for health, safety and nutrition, has been named the new superintendent of LakeVille Community Schools following a long search—he will officially start his role on July 1. MLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ First responders at Bishop International Airport held a disaster exercise—simulating a plane crash into a railway car that released deadly gas—to test Genesee County's Emergency Plan. Actors playing hurt people were sent to Hurley Medical Center so officials can review the exercise and plan improvements. Mid-Michigan Now
- ➤ Genesee County Prosecutor's Office is struggling with a large backlog after a Michigan Supreme Court ruling ended life without parole for 19 and 20-year-olds — prosecutor David Leyton asked for extra staff to review the cases by a July deadline. The office is also still handling reviews from a 2012 decision on juvenile cases and warns it may face contempt of court if it does not meet the deadline. Mid-Michigan Now
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Today, Hurley Medical Center in Flint celebrates Nursing Services Week with events including chair massages, prize giveaways, and silent auctions — all designed to honor the hard work of nurses and nursing assistants. The hospital will also present the Sue Wright Award to a nurse selected by staff to recognize outstanding patient care. Mid-Michigan Now
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Black Stone Cherry Concert
7-10 p.m. — The Machine Shop Concert Lounge — Must be 18+ to attend — Enjoy a night of powerful rock music with Black Stone Cherry.
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Crank 4 A Cause - Spring R & R
8 AM – 9 PM — D Bar A Scout Ranch — $ — Enjoy a full day of scouting activities and outdoor adventures at the scenic D-Bar-A Scout Ranch.
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EXPO Michigan Marketplace Pop Up Shops
9 a.m. — Genesee Valley Center — Vendor fees vary — Showcase local artistry and entrepreneurship at Flint's community pop-up event.
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