Sunday, August 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Flint. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 3rd of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Fenton Planning Commission approved a site plan on July 24 for The Cleaning Authority’s new 11,395-square-foot headquarters at 983 Grant Street costing $2 million — the building will include space for up to five other tenants. Construction will begin this fall and finish by late spring or early summer next — the new headquarters will replace the current rented space at 3230 W. Silver Lake Rd. MLive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Flint Institute of Arts held glassblowing demonstrations on Saturday with visiting artist Leo Tecosky who crafted an exclamation point sculpture—his work reflects a unique style inspired by hip hop and graffiti. Public sessions are free every weekend and classes open on Aug 4 for those interested in glassblowing. Mid-Michigan Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ After Flint fixed its drinking water, state regulators led the state in safe water while many mobile home parks still lack proper oversight—one park owner pleaded guilty in March for unsafe water service. State lawmakers have proposed new laws to give officials more power to enforce water safety rules in these parks. Flint Beat
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Skies Over Michigan
3:00 p.m. — Longway Planetarium — Cost not specified — Experience the wonders of the night sky at this educational event.
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~ Franklin D. Roosevelt
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