Good morning, Flint.

Flint Eastside Compassionate Mission received an $8K grant from the Child Welfare Society of Flint to fund its Christmas Gift Program for children on Flint’s Eastside + details on the program will be announced later this year.

Community members gathered Monday night in Flint to demand action against gun violence and discuss teaching youth alternatives during tough times; nearly 50 attendees shared personal stories while urging a stronger community approach.

Genesee County Habitat for Humanity held a build day today with lawmakers and local volunteers constructing sheds and picnic tables to raise awareness of Flint’s housing crisis (Rep. Phil Green discussed reducing fees to help home building).

GEARup2LEAD held its grand opening Tuesday at its new center at 310 S.

Averill Avenue to empower marginalized youth with unique education and work experience opportunities.

Carman-Ainsworth Community Schools has delayed its fall start to Sept.

9 because construction issues delayed repairs at Dye and Rankin Elementary. Rankin students will begin with online learning until their building is ready while other students attend in-person classes, and families will receive more details soon.

Flint families in need can pick up free school supplies at the Flintstones Back to School Family Giveaway on Saturday, Aug.

22 from noon to 4 p.m. at 2201 Forest Hill, which will operate on a first-come, first-served basis.

A Genesee County man won $500,000 on a Detroit Tigers scratch-off ticket he bought at the Shell gas station on South Main Street in Standish after stopping for gas on his way home from vacation; he said he plans to use winnings to ease retirement and share with his kids.