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Friday, August 16th, 2024
Good morning, Flint. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Burton Planning Commission approved preliminary plans for a new condominium development on Walkers Farms property. MLive
- ➤ Flint Community Schools is organizing a free 'Community-Wide Outreach Event' on August 24, 2024, offering educational resources, entertainment, and free food to empower Flint residents. Mid-Michigan Now
- ➤ Flint, MI is preparing to distribute around 60,000 new trash and recycling carts from Pierce Park Nature Preserve starting in September. MLive
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A man wanted on felony charges led police on a chase from Shiawassee to Genesee County, causing a multi-vehicle crash with minor injuries in Flint Township before his arrest. ABC 12
- ➤ The FBI and Attorney General's Office investigate a ransomware attack on Flint, causing network outages but not affecting emergency services. ABC 12
- ➤ A 29-year-old Flint woman faces trial for first-degree murder in the 2023 shooting death of a man at a Vienna Township rest stop. MLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Signatures have been submitted to initiate a recall election against Flint City Council President Ladel Lewis, meeting the required threshold. MLive
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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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Phantom of the Paradise 50th Anniversary Screening
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the cult classic film 'Phantom of the Paradise' with a free showing hosted by the Flint Monster Society, featuring snacks and surprises.
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