Daily
Flint
Thursday, August 21st, 2025
Good morning, Flint. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 21st of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Second Annual Breathe Bright Fundraiser was held at the Flint Farmer's Market yesterday to support the Darby Rinke & First Day Homecare Vent Program Support Fund—organizers said it builds local help for homecare services. ABC 12
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A driver crashed his car into Woodland Lake on Hilton Road in Brighton Township on Sunday just after 6 p.m. following a medical emergency and quick-thinking good Samaritans rescued him from the sinking car—police and fire crews took him to the hospital—while his condition remains unknown. ABC 12
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The City of Flint awarded 20 small businesses $20,000 each from a one-time ARPA grant to support neighborhood revitalization and equitable economic recovery along main commercial corridors. LISC-Flint administered the program in partnership with the Social Impact Philanthropy Initiative — businesses had to be brick and mortar, operating before 2020 and registered with the state, and awards reached all wards except Wards 7 and 8. Flint Beat
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On Aug. 16, 2025, thousands of car enthusiasts gathered downtown Flint for the 21st annual Back to the Bricks car show — featuring muscle cars and candy-painted classics. The event offered car cruises and live music that celebrated Flint’s vibrant auto culture. Flint Beat
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Flint Township mowed the tall grass at Genesee Valley Center after Namdar Realty Group did not address a notice about the seven-inch overgrowth and will bill the out-of-state owner over $400 with a lien if unpaid—officials said they are watching the troubled mall as part of broader redevelopment plans. MLive
- ➤ Activist Beverly Biggs-Leavy filed a federal lawsuit on Tuesday alleging that absentee ballot misconduct allowed Councilwoman LaShawn Johnson’s campaign to mislead voters during the Aug. 5 election—she seeks a court injunction to block Johnson from taking the council seat. MLive
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Lapeer football's 17 seniors led by QB Cameron Vanecek will seek postseason success in Division 2 after years of playoff struggles in Division 1—coaches and fans expect a competitive season ahead. MLive
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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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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The quieter you become, the more you can hear.
~ Ram Dass
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