Daily
Flint
Sunday, June 8th, 2025
Good morning, Flint. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Congresswoman Kristen McDonald Rivet and local leaders protested on Saturday outside the Flint Genesee Job Corps Center after the Department of Labor paused the program on May 29, affecting job training for nearly 150 youth—students and alumni joined the protest urging the Labor Secretary to restore funding. ABC 12
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Na’Ziya Lewis, a 17-year-old fashion designer from Flint, launched her company Nailuxe in March and has gained national attention with features in magazines and shows across Michigan and the United States. Her brand will debut internationally at Paris Fashion Week in October — and she mentors local youth as a senior intern with 810 Fashions. MLive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Alfred Bradley of Tapology has been named a Taproot Fellow and awarded a $60k grant for his tap dance projects in Flint. He will use the funds to expand summer programs and mentor youth in the art and cultural history of tap dance — a commitment that spans over four decades. Flint Beat
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Flint Police Officers' Association (FPOA) called on city officials to set aside differences after protest tensions sparked incidents on June 4 and June 5, including an event where an elderly man was dragged during a protest. City leaders affirmed their support for the police and stressed the need to keep residents safe (while urging officials to end political misuse of officers). Mid-Michigan Now
- ➤ The Four Lakes Task Force secured an $80 million bond to fund the Four Lakes Dams and Lakes Restoration projects through mid-2026. Property owners will see a 5.94% interest rate on their winter tax bills— an extra one percent to cover deficits— and a webinar is scheduled for July 9th. ABC 12
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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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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ David Foster Wallace
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