Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 12th of May.
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🏘️ Community
Bethel United Methodist Church in Flint hosted its second-annual Blessing of the Bikes event Saturday on Ballenger Highway—reminding riders and drivers to be extra safe during motorcycle season while awarding the best dressed bike and largest group participating.
🎓 Education
Flint Southwestern students ended the school year on May 11 with a red carpet affair—then they headed to Detroit to celebrate on the Princess Cruise.
🏛️ Government
Flint-area news this week include a $12M federal grant for the Flint Mass Transportation Authority to expand services and a lawsuit filed by Mott Community College’s education association over its president search.
Voters on May 6 approved four school millages and a tied Flint City Council primary — an activist was jailed after protesting outside Mayor Neeley’s home, a Lapeer teacher was named Michigan Teacher of the Year, and Fenton approved a $1.5M riverwalk project.
🎉 Flint Events
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Mike Protich Unplugged Celebration
7-8:30 p.m. — The Machine Shop Concert Lounge — Ticket required — Enjoy an unplugged celebration of Mike Protich's decade of musical artistry with Polyester Zeal.
Levitt AMP Flint Music Series: Radio Free Honduras
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Totem Books — Free entry — Experience high-energy Latin sounds with Radio Free Honduras and enjoy a vibrant community atmosphere.
Idea Pitch Competition
12 p.m. — Genesys Banquet and Conference Center — Free entry — Discover innovative ideas from Flint that could change the world.
🏠 Flint Real Estate
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