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Friday, September 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Flint. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Flint Branch NAACP is hosting its 43rd Annual Freedom Fund Dinner—'The Fierce Urgency of Now!'—at St. Michael’s Conference Center on Saturday, September 20 with a VIP reception at 5:00 p.m. and dinner at 6:00 p.m. Rev. Dr. Wendell Anthony will deliver the keynote address and awards will honor local community leaders. Mid-Michigan Now
- ➤ Four local businesses including Caught My Eye Barber and Beauty Supply, Flint Stool & Chair Co, Blackstone Smokehouse, and Flint Crepe Company received $20,000 grants this afternoon as Flint honored its small business champions. More businesses will be recognized in the coming weeks as part of a program that will eventually support 20 enterprises—boosting local downtown success. Mid-Michigan Now
- ➤ Local rapper Baby Face E donated $20,000 worth of fishing gear to a foster care event in Flint where children learned how to fish. He actively led the activity during rainy weather + the kids enjoyed trying fishing for the first time. ABC 12
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Genesee County prosecutors have scheduled a trial for Detroit man Omar Brogdon, who is accused of fatally shooting Orhan Hosic during a disputed Facebook Marketplace meet-up in Fenton Township—he faces first-degree murder charges linked to a luxury car dispute. MLive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Good Beans Café in Flint will host its annual Goodstock festival tomorrow from 3—9 p.m. on its north lawn featuring live music by local performers and Chicago-style blues band Larry B and the Boomers. The free, family-friendly event will also offer food trucks from Yvette’s Tacos, The Local Grocer and Paula’s Ice Cream Truck along with the café’s espresso beverages. MLive
- ➤ Patrick Kane McGregor is painting a mural on the side of Moffett Food Services in Flint to honor his brother who lost use of his right arm due to cancer—he will add a lavender ribbon to represent all cancers and honor his wife’s battle. He is working on this piece as part of the Flint Public Arts Mural Festival. ABC 12
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HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Nurses at Henry Ford Genesys Hospital have continued their strike for a fourth day, demanding better pay and more staff to care for patients—Teamsters will meet hospital representatives today to resume contract talks. Mid-Michigan Now
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On September 3, Logan Johnson scored a game-winner during the FML Cross Country Jamboree—boosting the Chargers to a 6-1-2 record for the season. MLive
- ➤ Flint-area high school football teams shifted in the power rankings after week one as Goodrich's sophomore kicker Jacob Daggett made a game-winning field goal to avenge last season's loss to Frankenmuth — the change affected the top ten standings. The rankings will continue to evolve as more games are played. MLive
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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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Levitt AMP - Mexicuba
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Totem Books — Free entry — Experience the vibrant fusion of Mexican and Cuban rhythms with the energetic Mexicuba band.
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Anna p.s. Live at Tenacity Brewing
8 PM - 2 AM — Tenacity Brewing — Free entry — Enjoy the soulful sounds of Anna p.s. while sipping on local brews.
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2025 Flint & Genesee Food Summit
10 AM – 5 PM — Flint Farmers' Market — Ticketed event — Celebrate and support the local food system with keynote speakers, workshops, and local delicacies.
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Nosey Parker Live at Market Tap
7-11 p.m. — Market Tap — No cover charge — Experience the powerful vocals of Kayla MacMillan and a talented ensemble at this Flint-based music event.
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Learn From Us Tour: Hair Education Experience
10 AM – 4 PM — Beauty Mark Salon llc — Lunch included — Engage in a high-energy hair class that covers color theory and creative techniques.
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