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Flint
Tuesday, August 5th, 2025
Good morning, Flint. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy declared an Air Quality Advisory on Monday August 4th due to high PM2.5 levels, advising those with respiratory issues to avoid strenuous outdoor activities — the Michigan Ultralight Club will hold its fly-in event this weekend as enthusiasts watch pilots like Matt take to the skies. ABC 12
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Flint police are offering a $2,500 cash reward for tips on the July 27 shooting that left 25-year-old William Smith dead near Industrial and Pasadena on Flint’s north side+ only tips that lead to a felony arrest will be eligible. MLive
- ➤ James Shirah, 23, faces trial soon for allegedly striking groomsman Terry Taylor with an SUV—an incident that followed an argument after his wedding reception. MLive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Back to the Bricks organizers are hosting Tune-Up Parties—each with live music and vendors—in Shiawassee and Genesee counties from Monday until Saturday to build excitement for next week's main event. Car enthusiasts will see a variety of unique vehicles as they gather for the festivities. Mid-Michigan Now
- ➤ The Greater Flint Arts Council announced that 25 local theatre and arts groups — including Clio Amphitheater, Fenton Community Orchestra, Tapology in Mt. Morris, and Flint Community Players in Flint Township — will receive $440,000 in grants from the Genesee County Arts Education and Cultural Enrichment Millage. The funds will support local art programs and help more residents enjoy the arts. MLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Flint Beat is hiring a government accountability reporter to cover local government and education issues in Flint. Applicants with at least two years of reporting experience must submit a PDF with work samples by Aug. 31, 2025—candidates need to live locally or relocate. Flint Beat
- ➤ Tomorrow, Flint’s Third Ward residents will vote to fill a council seat that has been vacant for 309 days after Councilman Quincy Murphy died in September. AC Dumas and Beverly Biggs-Leavy will appear on the ballot after a tied primary in May, and Dumas said he will work to unite the council—while local voters express concerns over ARPA spending and infrastructure. Mid-Michigan Now
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Hamilton Community Health Network celebrates National Health Center Week by hosting four free events—Hope and Health Day on August 4th at its Flint clinic from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM, Family Fun Fest today at its Whitmore Lake clinic from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM, Healthy Harvest outside its North Pointe clinic in Flint from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM, and Family Fun Day on August 8th at its Main clinic from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Mid-Michigan Now
- ➤ Yesterday, the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy declared an Air Quality Advisory for high PM2.5 levels that reached the Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups (Orange AQI) range and in some areas reached the Unhealthy (Red AQI) range in counties including Genesee. Residents with heart disease or asthma are advised to avoid strenuous outdoor activities and keep windows closed to reduce exposure. ABC 12
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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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Jr. Master Gardener
4-5 p.m. — Gloria Coles Flint Public Library — Free event — Explore the world of gardening and learn to grow your own food in this fun program for kids aged 8-12.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The chains of habit are too light to be felt until they are too heavy to be broken.
~ Benjamin Franklin
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