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Flint
Thursday, October 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Flint. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of October.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Doctors at Henry Ford Genesys Hospital treated many patients after Sunday's shooting at the Church of Latter-day Saints in Grand Blanc; some victims were colleagues and most have been discharged while three remain in recovery, with the team coordinating with Grand Blanc City Fire Department and urging other facilities to be prepared for similar events. ABC 12
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Buckham Alley Theatre presented Doubt: A Parable on October 1, offering a production that examined themes of uncertainty and belief—local audiences engaged with a thought-provoking show. ABC 12
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Census 2024 data show that Detroit and Flint rank among the nation's poorest cities with poverty rates of 34.5% and 34.4%, and many children in both cities live in poverty. Detroit's median household income was $39,209 while Flint's was $41,410—figures that place them among the lowest in cities with at least 65,000 residents. MLive
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Wall Street Journal’s 2026 Best Salaries rankings showed three Michigan colleges in the top 30, with Michigan Tech at No. 12, Kettering in Flint at No. 23, and Detroit Mercy at No. 52—each beating the University of Michigan that ranked No. 55. Graduates from these schools earned extra salary boosts, with Kettering degrees adding $73,369 on average. MLive
- ➤ The Wall Street Journal/College Pulse’s 2026 Best Colleges list released Sept. 29 showed that five Michigan universities earned top-200 spots based on student outcomes like salary impact and years to repay college prices—University of Michigan Ann Arbor, University of Detroit Mercy, Michigan State University, Michigan Technological University and Kettering University. The rankings highlighted strong academic and financial results. MLive
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Rio Da Yung OG Live Performance
7:00-9:30 p.m. — FIM Capitol Theatre — Tickets available — Experience an unforgettable night of raw talent and electrifying energy with Flint's own Rio Da Yung OG.
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Greater Flint Sports Gala
6-9 p.m. — Riverfront Conference Center — Contact for details — Celebrate local athletes with food, entertainment, and inspiring speeches.
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Flint Under the Stars: Rock Big Donut with Gaddie
7 p.m. — FIM Capitol Theatre — Cost info unavailable — Enjoy rock ‘n’ roll from local favorites Big Donut and special guest Gaddie under the stars.
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Halloween Cross Stitch Bookmark Workshop
1:00 p.m. — Beecher-Vera B. Rison Library — Tickets available — Create a spooky season cross stitch bookmark for your next scary read.
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Greatest Love of All: A Tribute to Whitney Houston
8-9:30 p.m. — FIM Whiting Auditorium — Family-friendly event — Experience the breathtaking vocals of Belinda Davids in a stunning tribute to Whitney Houston's musical legacy.
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Genealogy for Beginners
11 a.m. — Gloria Coles Flint Public Library — Registration Required — Learn basic genealogy concepts and research skills to uncover your family history.
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Frightfully Fun Pops Concert
3:00-4:30 p.m. — FIM Whiting Auditorium — Enjoy an entertaining Halloween-themed concert with the Flint Symphony Orchestra featuring music for all ages.
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Abducted by the 80's Tour
8-11 p.m. — FIM Capitol Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the best of 80s music live with iconic hits from legendary groups.
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KISS Tribute Band Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — FIM Capitol Theatre — Ticketed event — Experience the electrifying tribute to KISS with fire breathing and classic tunes.
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