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Flint
Friday, May 30th, 2025
Good morning, Flint. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Renovations at Berston Field House on Flint’s north side are nearly complete as part of a $30 million expansion that adds 57,000 square feet, a new gym triple the size of the old one & multiple basketball courts with an elevated track. The center will open to the public in 2026 & aims to become a community hub for generations. ABC 12
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Timothy Coombs, the ex-boyfriend of Baby Cain's guardian, pleaded no contest on charges including second-degree murder and first-degree child abuse after feeding meth to the 1-year-old in Flint Township + he will face sentencing on July 1 with a potential life term. ABC 12
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Flint is set to mark its 53rd annual Juneteenth with 23 free events over 23 days from May 31 through June 22. The celebration—titled 'Celebrating 160 Years of Black History'—honors the late Mother E. Hill DeLoney and is led by DeWaun Robinson of Black Lives Matter Flint with a parade ending at Max Brandon Park inviting all community members. Mid-Michigan Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Flint Community Schools hosts its annual Kindergarten Round-Up today at the FCS Administration Building (923 E. Kearsley Street) where families can register for kindergarten and enjoy festivities. Enrollment runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and activities, including a story walk, free food, giveaways, and a bounce house, are set from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Flint Beat
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ EGLE awarded $1.1 million in grants for 55 scrap tire drop-off events to reduce fire hazards and mosquito breeding. Mid-Michigan agencies benefited, with Arenac Conservation District in Standish receiving $21,000 and Flint’s Genesee Metropolitan Planning Commission allocated $9,500 — officials say the funding will offer affordable tire recycling options — as community events are planned. MLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ More than three weeks ago the fund manager for the Flint water crisis settlement resigned and was replaced by Epiq Class Action and Claims Solutions — a move approved last week by Special Master Deborah Greenspan. Residents remain unsure when they will get their share of the over $600 million settlement. Mid-Michigan Now
- ➤ Flint gave away free water faucet filtration systems at the Clio Road Service Center on Thursday, including extra cartridges and lead abatement information from the Office of Public Health. Residents who missed the event may still get a free system at City Hall Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mid-Michigan Now
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Flint boxer Sardius Simmons, 31, won his second National Golden Gloves title on May 17 in Tulsa—he earned a 3-2 split decision over Gilbert Kabamba to avenge his 2024 loss and become the only Michigan fighter to reach the final round. MLive
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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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Step Brothers 4 Life Tour
7 PM - 1 AM — Vehicle City Social — VIP packages available — Experience an electrifying night with StarLito & Don Trip on stage.
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Healthy Minds Start Here Free Workshop
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Flint — Free entry — Discover financial wellness tips while enjoying dinner and giveaways.
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CoComelon Sing-A-Long LIVE
6-10 p.m. — Dort Financial Center — Family-friendly fun — Sing and dance along with JJ and friends in an interactive musical journey.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The greatest good you can do for another is not just to share your riches but to reveal to him his own.
~ Benjamin Disraeli
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