Good morning, Flint.

The Round-the-Mitten Transit Tour visited Flint on Thursday, June 4 — holding a community lunch and meeting with environmental advocates from Transportation Riders United.

Local groups Strong Towns Flint and Young, Gifted, and Green joined to highlight cross-state transit options.

Consumers Energy requested a $456 million rate increase to strengthen its electric grid with stronger poles and buried lines.

The filing, which comes one year after the previous increase that raised bills by 9.8%, means customers may soon see higher bills and can call for assistance if needed.

The 59th annual Flint Art Fair will take place on June 13-14 at the Flint Institute of Arts lawn, featuring more than 100 works from juried and local artists.

The two-day event will include art activities for children + live music in the beer tent.

Flint’s Historic Traditional Juneteenth Celebration marks its 54th year with a month of events, including a youth fishing derby on June 13, a youth dinner on June 16, a parade on June 19, and a march and arts festival on June 20, plus a GOTV rally on June 23.

The free three-day festival celebrating the Mott Foundation's 100th anniversary begins today on the Flint Cultural Center campus and will offer live music, art and science activities, a scavenger hunt, community lunch & local food trucks selling meals.

Residents of all ages are invited to join the fun.

Guitarist Ariana Kelley was featured on Good Morning Mid-Michigan on Jun 4 — her segment highlighted her musical skill during the morning broadcast in Flint.

Flint Children's Museum introduced new STEM exhibits to give kids a fun hands on way to learn science and math.

The museum opened the interactive displays yesterday to offer engaging, interactive experiences for visitors.

Flint officials are reviewing options to join a nearly $14 billion settlement that funds PFAS cleanup efforts in public water systems with a July 1 deadline.

Councilwoman Burns will put the issue on Monday’s City Council agenda to discuss submitting baseline PFAS sampling data + secure these funds for the community.

Flint removed a dangerous tree from the home of 85-year-old Helen Hobson as part of the Grant Tree Removal Program that protects vulnerable residents.

Mayor Sheldon Neeley said grants are available for others facing similar hazards.

Registration for the annual Gus Macker Basketball Tournament kicked off at the Genesee County Administration Building + it will support the Salvation Army Life Center's youth programs.

The tournament will be held at the Flat Lot on July 25 and 26 with teams needed to sign up by July 7.

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.

LaFontaine Car Cruise

4-7 p.m. — Liberty Fabricators — Free admission — Showcase your love for classic and modern cars in a vibrant community setting.

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.

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.

LaFontaine Car Cruise

4-7 p.m. — Liberty Fabricators — Free admission — Cruise through classic cars and enjoy a vibrant community atmosphere.

LaFontaine Car Cruise

4-7 p.m. — Liberty Fabricators — Free entry — Celebrate automotive culture with fellow car enthusiasts at this exciting car cruise event.

Fabulous Florence: Grand Duchesses & Women Artists at the Medici Court

Lecture — Time Range — Flint Institute of Arts Museum Shop — Cost Info — Explore the paths of women patrons and artists thriving in 17th century Florence at the Medici court.

Oakland County FC vs. Flint City Bucks

7-9 p.m. — Atwood Stadium — Free admission for military personnel and families — Cheer on the Bucks for Military Appreciation Night with live jersey auction benefiting veterans.

LaFontaine Car Cruise

4-7 p.m. — Liberty Fabricators — Free entry — Cruise in style with fellow car enthusiasts at this community-centric car show.