Good morning, Flint.

Eric Mays' son Hakeem announced the creation of the Eric B.

Mays Foundation (named to honor his late father) to support residents at a community meeting held at White Horse Tavern. The foundation will host its launch celebration on Aug. 22 at Mott-Warsh Theatre (Flint).

Young Black men in Flint received support at a forum held Tuesday morning at the Gloria Coles Flint Public Library, where issues like gun violence and drug use were discussed.

Library director Desmond London said more events are planned (exact dates pending).

A Chipotle restaurant will come to Davison Township after a July 8 planning commission approved a 2,325 sqft site along M-15 – developer Jason Kishmish expects to break ground this year and open by the end of 2027.

Flint’s Talent Youth Center offers an eight-week program for 7th-12th graders to learn skilled trades with hands-on work & VR.

Participants receive a bag of tools, a tool belt, a $1,500 stipend, and older students can earn certifications.

Genesee County Health Department is offering free hearing and vision screenings for homeschool and online students ages 3 and up.

The service will take place on Wednesday, July 29 at 324 S. Saginaw St., Flint from 8:30 a.m. to 5:45 p.m., with appointments encouraged and walk-ins accepted based on availability.

Taylor Farms recalled iceberg lettuce sold at Walmart after a false positive Cyclospora test linked to a Taco Bell outbreak; Michigan health officials reported over 600 local cases this summer and now advise consumers to avoid pre-cut lettuce — buying full heads and washing them is recommended.

Mission Possible hosts a free Adult Real Estate Boot Camp for first-time homebuyers on July 26 at the Flint Public Library.

The workshop will run (9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.) and cover home buying, investing, financing, and property rehab while providing lunch.

The Detroit Lions visited the area Tuesday to support local youth by holding a reading challenge at the Gloria Coles Flint Public Library (where kids met cheerleaders and the mascot) and presenting grants for cheer and football programs at Carman Football Field and Southwestern Classical Academy.

Local Fest IV

4-10 p.m. — Flint Local 432 — Free entry — Celebrate the creativity of local musicians, artists, and innovators in Flint.

Micro Wrestling Event

7-9 p.m. — Tenacity Brewing — Tickets include service fees — Enjoy a night of high-flying entertainment featuring micro-wrestling stars.

Day Out With Thomas: Lets Rock, Lets Roll Tour

9 AM – 5 PM — Crossroads Village & Huckleberry Railroad — All Ages Welcome — Experience a fun-filled day with Thomas & Friends in a rocking railroad adventure.

Blackberry Smoke 25th Anniversary Tour

7:00 – 8:30 PM — The Machine Shop Concert Lounge — Must be 18 to attend — Celebrate 25 years of Blackberry Smoke with a night of southern rock vibes.