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Flint
Saturday, May 17th, 2025
Good morning, Flint. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 28-year-old Byron man allegedly punched his mother and set a car on fire near the 12000 block of Hogan Road on March 8 — he faces charges of fourth degree arson, assaulting or resisting a police officer, and domestic violence with a pretrial hearing set for May 20 in Genesee County Circuit Court. MLive
- ➤ Horace Peterson was released on May 14 after serving 52 years in prison for a wrongful murder conviction—his freedom achieved by a joint petition from legal teams and celebrated by his devoted family. MLive
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, a $10,000 grant from the Ben Bryer Foundation helped children on Flint's northside build home libraries at Holmes STEM Middle School Academy. Each child selected five books—ranging from classics to contemporary novels—with support from the Gloria Coles Flint Public Library. ABC 12
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A court ruled that a lawsuit by the mother of two children who died in a 2022 house fire in Flint can move forward—attorney Todd Flood says the case shows the city, the Flint Fire Department and two former firefighters did not meet their duty. He is preparing for trial as the case moves ahead. ABC 12
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Hurley Medical Center has partnered with the Flint Institute of Music to bring music therapy to NICU babies, with therapist Emily Dehem tailoring sessions by humming, singing, and guitar playing since last June—her visits help calm the infants and may lead to earlier discharges for the babies. Mid-Michigan Now
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On May 15, Lake Fenton won the Flint Metro League Stars softball championship and Linden secured the Stripes division title with a shutout win over Fenton. MLive
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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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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.
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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.
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Idea Pitch Competition
12 p.m. — Genesys Banquet and Conference Center — Free entry — Discover innovative ideas from Flint that could change the world.
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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.
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2 Day Fast CAT Event
All day — DDOM Field — Entry fees apply — Compete in exciting Fast CAT races with your canine companion.
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~ Robert Frost
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