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Thursday, June 5th, 2025
Good morning, Flint. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Flint police reviewed video footage from a City Council meeting on June 2 after a scuffle between audience members and officers forced a shutdown—Mayor Sheldon Neeley said anyone involved would face criminal charges. MLive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ An underdog sports film will film its climactic scene at Flint’s Dort Financial Center on June 11 from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. Extras are invited to join the shoot that will include cast members such as Eminem’s brother and the daughters of Clint Eastwood and Jean-Claude Van Damme *with a DJ and comedians providing added entertainment*. MLive
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday evening, 114 students from Accelerated Learning Academy and Southwestern Classical Academy graduated at Whiting Auditorium as they moved their tassels amid cheers. Valedictorian James Horn urged his peers to cherish their village — a call to remember support systems — as teachers and keynote speaker Ernest Mack celebrated a new beginning for Flint’s future leaders. MLive
- ➤ Kearsley’s first ever Project SEARCH class finished their program at Meijer on Center Road in Burton, where six special needs students learned important work skills. The program started in September last year—Meijer will help all graduates find jobs. ABC 12
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A civil rights lawsuit was filed against Flint officials including Mayor Sheldon Neeley, Chief Terence Green and three other officers after a protest on Saginaw Street ended with tickets issued and vehicles impounded. The suit brought by Council candidate Beverly Biggs-Leavy, her husband Terence Leavy and activist Jedidiah Brown accuses the officials of using excessive force and working to stop a peaceful assembly. ABC 12
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Michigan coalition Protect MI Care testified at the Michigan Senate Health Policy Committee hearing in Lansing on June 4 at 12:30 p.m.—the group warned that proposed federal Medicaid cuts could reduce support by nearly $700 billion over the next decade. Mid-Michigan Now
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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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Fenton Firecracker Run
9:45 a.m. — Ellen Street Campus — $ — Get fit before the Fenton 4th of July Parade with this fun annual 5K run.
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