Good morning, Flint.

Flint hosted the second annual Fatherhood Legacy Luncheon honoring dads who influence local families.

Former NFL player Travis Key served as keynote speaker and discussed legacy, leadership, and the vital role of community in fatherhood.

Qiana Dawson was awarded the Harry Binder Lionheart Award on Thursday, Aug.

20 in Flint for her work helping residents move from Atherton East to Clark Commons. As director of the Choice Neighborhood Initiatives Endowment, she organizes events and services that support local families.

Flint residents, churches and community leaders came together today for a citywide prayer event to promote healing and unity — the gathering also featured community outreach, youth empowerment and collaboration initiatives.

Flint City Council approved nearly $8 million to expand the Berston Field House, including a $6.3 million HUD grant and $1.5 million from city funds.

Construction remains paused as organizers work to raise over $17 million to complete the project — supporting community sports and academics.

The Crim Festival of Races returns this weekend in Flint, and nearly 11,000 participants are expected to join a 10-mile race, 5K, and Teddy Bear Trot that will end with a parking lot celebration Saturday + registration closes today.

Lake Fenton football team will open their season on Aug.

27 at New Boston Huron following a playoff finish last season. Senior quarterback Miles Melton will start his first season as the Blue Devils build strong team unity to challenge a long district title drought.