Good morning, Flint.

Hands of Hope, a Flint non-profit, opened a new facility on May 2 to expand its thrift store and boost education programs for third- through fifth-grade students at Haskell Youth Community Center.

The store has tripled in size due to strong community support — including a $20,000 grant — and will allow 15 more students to join summer reading sessions.

26 small businesses in Flint are receiving grants from the Moving Flint Forward program — new businesses will receive $10,000 while alumni companies will get $5,000 for covering expenses.

The program aims to help local businesses grow and thrive in the community.

A 25-year-old man is accused of shooting two women at Clovertree Apartments off West Court Street in Flint Township on March 4 and faces three counts of assault with intent to murder plus six weapons charges as his case was bound over to Genesee County Circuit Court on May 8.

Today in Montrose Township, a 49-year-old man died when a trooper shot him during a high-risk search warrant execution on a home on River Grove Road after he refused to drop his shotgun—meanwhile a 47-year-old woman was injured with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound, the trooper was placed on leave, and three others were detained for questioning.

Michigan lawmakers passed new school safety and mental health bills in response to the Oxford High School shooting, requiring all schools to create emergency plans and share anonymous tips within 24 hours — the legislation now moves to the state Senate.

The Flint Secretary of State branch office at 5512 Fenton Road will close tomorrow at 5 p.m. and reopen on June 2 at 9 a.m. for remodeling (the updates include a new counter divider, carpet replacement, and additional facility improvements).

Officials from the Michigan High School Athletic Association finalized girls soccer tournament brackets for 24 Flint area teams in four divisions, and tournament play will start next week with games from May 21 to May 31 at local high schools—teams such as Flint Powers Catholic will compete. The schedule lists game times and venues for each division, with some match details still to be updated.

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.

Gipsy Kings Concert

8-9:30 p.m. — FIM Capitol Theatre — Tickets start at $56 — Experience the irresistible blend of flamenco and pop from the masters of their craft.

2 Day Fast CAT Event

All day — DDOM Field — Entry fees apply — Compete in exciting Fast CAT races with your canine companion.