Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 15th of June.
Good morning, Flint.
Protesters gathered in several Mid-Michigan towns on Saturday for the 'No Kings' protests, with close to 1,000 people meeting at the intersection of Linden and Lennon roads in Flint Township (a key spot for the demonstration).
Smaller rallies also took place in Mount Pleasant, Midland, and Bay City as organizers called for unity and humanitarian action.
Over the weekend, the Midwest Invitational Rodeo returned to the Genesee County Fairgrounds, where top African American athletes competed in bull riding, steer wrestling, and barrel racing.
Earlier Saturday, the fairgrounds hosted a free EmpowerMENt Health & Wellness Fair (organized with Genesee Health System) from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m.
The Miracle League of Greater Flint held its opening day games Saturday at the Miracle Commons in Mundy Township, starting a (10-game season) for children with physical or cognitive disabilities.
Parents and community members cheered as players, each paired with a buddy, took two at-bats and ended games with high fives.
Nuevo Vallarta will open its second Mexican restaurant at 2500 W.
Hill Road in Mundy Township later this month as it brings its popular Tex-Mex menu from its Grand Blanc location — serving fajitas, birria tacos, quesadillas, burritos and a rainbow margarita. The restaurant will operate seven days a week with family-friendly hours.
A 48-year-old woman from Genesee died when a 2015 Jeep Cherokee hit her motorcycle near Outdoor Adventures in Richfield Township Friday night—police say the driver fled the scene after pulling out of the campground driveway.
The Flint Police Department mourned Sergeant Norm Hoydic, who passed away after serving 37 years—his smile and dedication will be remembered as his family and colleagues received heartfelt support.
The first-ever Miracle League baseball games took place Saturday morning at Mundy Miracle Commons on West Hill Road and began at 10 a.m. The event gave 63 players and their families a chance to play on a team and wear baseball uniforms—Bernie Romain of the Miracle League of Greater Flint said community support made the day possible.
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.
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.
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.
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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