Wednesday, August 14th, 2024
Good morning, Flint. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Burton man was arrested by Michigan State Police for possessing child pornography and using a computer to commit the crime. Mid-Michigan Now
- ➤ A Michigan lawmaker aims to enforce stricter penalties for ransomware attacks after two hospital systems were targeted, highlighting the urgent need to safeguard health care industry cyber security. Mid-Michigan Now
- ➤ Frank Hudson received a six-month jail sentence for accidentally shooting and killing his friend, Joseph Diaz, in Buena Vista Township. ABC 12
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Flint launches its segment of the Clean Energy REVolution Tour, emphasizing a $1 million federal investment towards a climate and resiliency plan through the Inflation Reduction Act. MLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Michiganders have six days left to submit forms for a class action lawsuit against the Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency over wrongful fraud accusations between 2013 and 2015. Mid-Michigan Now
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Esports Open Gaming Event
Experience a variety of popular games including Rocket League, Valorant, and League of Legends at the UM-Flint Esports Lab with staff available to guide newcomers.
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Chamber Luncheon: Connecting Entrepreneurs and Resources
Learn about the efforts of the Flint & Genesee Economic Alliance in supporting local entrepreneurs and fostering business connections.
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Big Time Boxing USA: Holmes Jr. vs Prather
Experience an electrifying boxing match featuring Holmes Jr. against Prather at the Dort Financial Center.
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Flint Local 432 Monthly Art Walk and Open Mic
Experience the vibrant atmosphere of Flint's monthly Art Walk, featuring an open mic night and live performances by local artists.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
You will never be able to escape from your heart. So it's better to listen to what it has to say.
~ Paulo Coelho
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