Good morning, Flint.

Mid-Michigan is hosting several events this weekend including today’s Friday Night Live concert at Morley Plaza in Saginaw, an outdoor screening of Inside Out 2 at Jolt Credit Union Event Park, and the Labadie Rib Fest in Bay City running until July 28.

In Flint, the Gus Macker Basketball Tournament runs until July 27 and The Founder with Aranda show starts at 6 p.m. today at The Machine Shop—providing local residents with a range of fun activities.

A judge dismissed on July 22 a lawsuit by the MCC faculty union over the college’s presidential hiring process after motions by MCC and its board—alleging a conflict of interest during the vote.

The union said it will continue to seek action through arbitration and other legal options after exhausting its grievance procedures.

The Mid-Michigan School of Cosmetology celebrated its one-year anniversary—Nina Studer and Korri Stimac shared details on the milestone and announced scholarship giveaways for future students.

Residents at Wednesday's Flint City Council meeting wore purple to support domestic violence victims after Councilman Leon El-Alamin was arrested on domestic abuse charges in Mt. Morris Township.

The meeting was adjourned for lack of quorum with only four of eight council members present and one seat still vacant.

Today, the Genesee County Board of Commissioners approved a $1.2M grant from the Charles Stewart Mott Foundation to extend Operation Arrowhead until July 31, 2026.

The program works with the county sheriff, Flint police and the University of Michigan-Flint to boost downtown safety following a 2022 shooting incident — its patrol area now covers more neighborhoods.

Extreme heat in Flint is putting pets at risk as temperatures climb over 90 and pavement reaches 121.

Licensed Veterinary Nurse Tiffany Burk warns that pets may show signs of distress like panting and confusion — owners should avoid hot surfaces and keep a pet first-aid kit ready.

Hurley Medical Center unveiled new robotic platforms yesterday to improve cancer care by detecting tumors and performing minimally invasive surgery—ION and da Vinci 5 systems will help treat cancers in the lungs, esophagus, and more.

Hurley Medical Center in Flint got national recognition for its stroke care by winning the Gold Plus award from the American Stroke Association—an honor that shows the hospital's strong care for patients.

The award adds to the center's record of providing high quality treatment.

Pain Management & Mobility Workshop

8 a.m. – 8 p.m. — Hyatt Place Flint / Grand Blanc — $0 for Doctor Program Members, $289 for Non-Member DCs — Explore innovative pain management techniques to help enhance patient care.

Tattoo City Beard & Mustache Competition

Aug 8-10 — Wyndham Flint MI/Grand Blanc/Bishop Airport Hotel & Conference Ctr — Entry fee varies — Show off your best beard and mustache in this spirited contest.

Beatles vs. Elvis - A Musical Showdown

7:30-9 p.m. — FIM Whiting Auditorium — Cost info not provided — Witness the legendary battle of rock n’ roll icons in an unforgettable musical showdown.

Buicks on the Bricks

10 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Dort-Durant Carriage Factory — Free entry — Showcase of collectible Buicks in the birthplace of General Motors with food and fun for all.

The Ally Challenge

All day — Warwick Hills Golf & Country — Entry fee applies — Experience high-level golf with top professionals during the PGA TOUR Champions event.

Women in the Lead: Nosey Parker with Special Guest Audrey Dupuis

7 PM - 1 AM — FIM Capitol Theatre — Check website for ticket info — Experience an evening of rising Michigan talent and live music under the stars.

Skies Over Michigan

3:00 p.m. — Longway Planetarium — Cost not specified — Experience the wonders of the night sky at this educational event.