Good morning, Flint.

Flint students attended a glamorous prom on Saturday, May 9 at Southwestern Classical Academy, arriving on expensive cars and in stylish outfits.

They then traveled by charter bus to the Golden Glow Ballroom in Saginaw, where two sets of kings and queens were crowned.

7 Brew has proposed a new drive-thru coffee shop with 20,000 drink combos to replace an old Krispy Kreme site along Corunna Road in Flint Township.

The planning commission will review the application tomorrow, May 14 at 5 p.m. — at the township offices on S. Dye Road.

The Sloan Museum of Discovery will host The Lost World of Dragons exhibit from May 16 until September 13 (a family-friendly event) to offer local visitors an immersive look at prehistoric lore.

Flint Central High School campus will be rebuilt with up to $100 million from the Mott Foundation to open a new high school in fall 2028.

The project already received over $6 million for design and site preparation and will include updated classrooms, improved technology and off-campus learning opportunities.

Applications for the next Leadership Flint and Genesee class will open May 20 with two virtual info sessions scheduled on that day and June 3; applications are due by July 3.

Candidates with two years’ experience and employer approval will meet monthly from September through March, the program said.

Genesee County Jail’s I.G.N.I.T.E. program held its 41st graduation class Tuesday, May 12.

The inmate education system (designed to break the cycle of incarceration by offering job training and skills) will mark its sixth anniversary soon, according to the sheriff’s office.

A Flint grandmother said her 13-year-old granddaughter boarded the bus for Holmes STEM Academy at 7 a.m., but the school called later to report she was missing until after 10 a.m. Family demands better communication from school officials as delays are under investigation+ they are working to prevent future issues.

Flint’s Jackson Park Youth League is accepting registration for its next baseball season (families can sign up at the park office).

Davison High School hired Tyler Thompson, a hometown alum and former Clio coach, as the new boys varsity basketball coach for the 2026-27 season.

He aims to build a strong team culture while honoring his past successes and connection to the community.

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.

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.

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.

LaFontaine Car Cruise

4-7 p.m. — Liberty Fabricators — Free entry — Rev up your engines for a showcase of classic cars at this local car cruise event.

Flint's Biggest Fun Day for the Community

1-6 p.m. — Kearsley Park — Free entry — A day filled with games, food, music, and good vibes for everyone in the community.

LaFontaine Car Cruise

4-7 p.m. — Liberty Fabricators — Free admission — Showcase your love for classic and modern cars in a vibrant community setting.

Nosey Parker Concert

6-10 p.m. — Greater Flint Arts Council — Admission details not provided — Experience an evening of inspiring music with the talented Nosey Parker band led by powerhouse vocalist Kayla MacMillan.