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Flint
Saturday, May 16th, 2026
Good morning, Flint. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 16th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Community members are cleaning the parking lot of the former Zimmerman Center School today at 10 a.m. after volunteers removed hundreds of gallons of trash and invite locals to join (gloves required). Mid-Michigan Now
- ➤ Flint postal workers joined professional dog trainer Hector Hernandez on Thursday at the Flint Post Office to show how quickly a dog attack can occur during mail deliveries + they urged pet owners to secure their dogs to keep carriers safe. ABC 12
- ➤ The Mott Foundation awarded 50 checks of $1,926 each in its first round of Youth Choice Awards to organizations including Invest-N-Youth Foundation, Dye Elementary School, Communities First, The Good Samaritan Project and St. Paul Lutheran Church and School this week. Round two will be announced in the fall. ABC 12
- ➤ SNAP shoppers can earn up to $50 daily through the expanded Double Up Food Bucks program, which now matches benefits for fresh and frozen produce. A garden kit event is on May 17 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Neighborhood Engagement Hub (3216 Martin Luther King Ave). MLive
- ➤ Back to the Bricks launches the season with a swap meet at Crossroads Village today from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Genesee Township where vendors register on site and enjoy free parking; a car show follows tomorrow from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. with free registration and donations accepted. MLive
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Soggy Bottom Bar will soon reopen under new management in Flint—its new team is preparing to bring back a popular local spot after the bar closed following owner Steven Tessmer's sudden death, and it is hiring bartenders and servers. ABC 12
- ➤ Two Wendy’s locations in Lapeer & Mundy Township have closed permanently as the chain downsizes amid falling sales. The closures are part of a broader move that saw the number of Michigan Wendy’s drop from 206 to 196. MLive
- ➤ Halo Burger and Cops & Doughnuts have joined forces to launch Foodie Fridays, a new venture bringing local food favorites to the community. The partnership was announced May 15 and will offer Flint residents unique dining options. ABC 12
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Longway Planetarium debuts Shark Kingdom today, an immersive show where visitors follow three marine biologists as they explore shark habitats worldwide. The family show runs Tuesdays through Sundays at 4 p.m. with extra matinee screenings on weekends (1 p.m.). MLive
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Flint Community Schools has launched a Parent & Guardian Communication Protocol to help families and staff quickly connect to the right department for academic, transportation, enrollment, athletic & operational queries. The guide is available on the district website to streamline communication. ABC 12
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Trey McKenney, the Flint native who helped Michigan win a national title, was honored on May 14 in a local celebration where Mayor Sheldon Neeley presented him with a key + his community cheered his ongoing journey toward future championships. MLive
- ➤ Heritage won its Division 1 boys lacrosse regional semifinal on Thursday at Flint's Atwood Stadium, beating Flint Powers 13-10 and moving into the championship game on Wednesday at Midland Dow. Cole Newman led with three goals and seven assists as the Hawks improved to a 9-7 record. MLive
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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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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.
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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.
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LaFontaine Car Cruise
4-7 p.m. — Liberty Fabricators — Free admission — Showcase your love for classic and modern cars in a vibrant community setting.
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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.
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Western Weekend
All day — Crossroads Village & Huckleberry Railroad — Admission varies — Experience frontier fun with live music, interactive activities, and unique attractions like Axe Throwing and Goat Snuggling.
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LaFontaine Car Cruise
4-7 p.m. — Liberty Fabricators — Free admission — Cruise through classic cars and enjoy a vibrant community atmosphere.
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