Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 31st of July.
Good morning, Flint.
InvolvedDad will host its Second Annual Fatherhood Legacy Luncheon on Thursday, Aug.
20 from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. at The Durant on E. Second Ave in Flint — the event features keynote speaker Travis Key and tickets cost $35.
Flint officials honored Dr. Raymond Gist and Dr. Mona Hanna with keys to the city as Mayor Sheldon Neeley recognized their decades-long community service—the dentist spent nearly 60 years caring for patients and the pediatrician for her efforts during the water crisis.
The Vietnam Moving Wall has returned to Bluebell Beach, giving residents a place to honor local veterans and the fallen until Aug.
2. Organized by the Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 175, the traveling memorial lets visitors pay tribute to those who served.
Flint residents attended the Flint Strong Residents First Resource Fair at McKinley Community Center and connected with local city departments and community partners for help with energy assistance and public health services.
The fair offered a direct way to access essential resources.
Kroger's Flint Township store at 3288 Corunna Road will close permanently by Sept.
30 — the decision will affect 68 jobs, and employees may transfer to another store.
MDOT begins the second phase of a $33.3 million bridge improvement project on Monday, Aug.
3 near Flint that will change westbound I-69 traffic - drivers must follow detours as the westbound ramps close while work improves 17 bridges until November.
MDOT committed $2.7M in federal funds on Thursday, July 29 for trail and sidewalk projects in Genesee and Tuscola counties.
Flint will complete Phase 2 of the Grand Traverse Greenway Trail to connect a new state park while Cass City improves walking routes for local schools.
Burton city officials say a testing equipment malfunction caused pH levels to be outside state standards for more than nine days between January and June, but tests after replacing the equipment show the water is safe.
Genesee County now has over 500 reported cyclosporiasis cases, while Shiawassee County has 445, according to recent counts.
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.
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