Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 14th of August.
Good morning, Flint.
🏘️ Community
Flint is hosting the 810 Day Celebration today at 7 p.m. at Mott Park Clubhouse (a local celebration) where residents will come together to enjoy community festivities.
The Genesee Future Forward program was unveiled to boost local development in Flint — more details and participation guidelines will be shared soon.
🎭 Culture
The Back to the Bricks festival runs from Aug.
12 to Aug. 15, featuring a Rolling Cruise with cars along Saginaw Street in Flint and Grand Blanc. Today, a Cruise N Concert at Kearsley and Saginaw streets runs from 6:00 to 9:30 p.m. with tribute bands + food trucks.
🏛️ Government
Parts of northeastern Grand Blanc Township and southern Burton face a boil water advisory after equipment failure lowered water pressure; the Genesee County Drain Commissioner's Office said the 48-hour advisory lets tests confirm water safety & residents must boil or use bottled water until further notice.
🏈 Sports
Local high school football teams are starting practice this week as they prepare for the 2026 season based on 2025 records; fans are invited to vote on which team will win the most games when the season begins in two weeks.
🎉 Flint Events
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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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