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Tuesday, August 12th, 2025
Good morning, Flint. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 12th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police confirmed an 18-year-old girl was fatally shot around 10 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 10 in downtown Flint during the 810 Day celebration—authorities are investigating the incident. MLive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Organizers announced on Aug 11 that Songs of Our Mothers will be held at MacArthur Recital Hall in Flint — additional details on the event timing and ticketing will be provided soon. ABC 12
- ➤ Back to the Bricks main event week in Flint kicked off on Monday, August 11 with the Cruise N’ Car Show—today, the Bricks Flicks drive-in runs on US 23, and upcoming events include Rolling Cruise on Wednesday and Thursday, a concert on Friday, and the Main Event opening ceremony at 11:00 a.m. Saturday. Mid-Michigan Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Flint City Council rejected a proposal to settle former Fire Chief Raymond Barton’s lawsuit against Mayor Sheldon Neeley for $225,000, leaving the case pending in U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan. Barton says he was fired for refusing to change his recommendation to dismiss two firefighters after a 2022 house fire killed two children — city officials have not commented on next steps. MLive
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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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Mott Lake Trail Run
1-5 p.m. — Bluebell Beach — Various entry fees — Experience a scenic run along the Flint Trails with options for all fitness levels.
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