Good morning, Flint.

Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints gathered last weekend at their Grand Blanc property to honor victims lost a year ago (four congregants) and break ground on a new stake center featuring safety improvements, as construction is expected to take about 14 months.

Beads & Threads Handmade is now open in Burton offering crafting supplies, knitted goods, coffee and sweet treats — the larger store, co-hosted by Michaels, also features a cafe with baked goods from Heart and Crumb that lets customers learn to knit.

One year after the deadly church attack in Grand Blanc Township on Sept.

28, 2025, Police Chief William Renye recalled the tragic event, described ongoing improvements in joint first responder training, and urged support for counseling services at the Grand Blanc Advocacy, Recovery and Connection Center.

The fourth annual Faith, Hope and Tattoos event at Transfiguration Lutheran Church in Fenton brought tattoo artists and faith communities together to break stigma and share personal stories while raising funds for the church and multiple sclerosis awareness (with music, food and family games enhancing the day).

This week the new Vehicle City Film Festival expands Flint’s film scene with screenings, workshops, and networking events at local venues including University of Michigan-Flint and Mott Community College (today at Flint Local 432, Without A Doubt is shown with a talkback session).

Genesee County officials are flushing hydrants in several townships, including Flint Township, from September through October between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.; residents may see brief water discoloration but no boil water notice.

Molina Healthcare is awarding $160,000 in grants to seven local groups to boost wellness through food security, health education and access to care in Genesee County.

The grants range from $5,000 to $50,000 and will support vulnerable populations.