Good morning, Flint.

Today, the Mott Foundation granted $250,000 to set up the Grand Blanc Relief Fund for victims, survivors, and their families after the church attack—managed by the Community Foundation of Greater Flint.

The fund is accepting additional donations from local organizations.

Scarlet, a young girl, sent letters to thank first responders after Sunday's church tragedy in Grand Blanc Township.

She delivered the notes to the Genesee County Sheriff's Office and is gathering signatures from local agencies—an act that shows deep community respect.

So Tea, a new tea shop in Davison, offers milk teas, fruit teas, frappes and cheese tea that blend childhood favorites with a modern twist.

Owner Liliane Huinh—originally from Vietnam—realized a lifelong dream with this shop, which is open every day except Monday from 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

After last Sunday's mass shooting, Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard offered support to Grand Blanc Township residents and first responders by encouraging them to seek help—he noted that his department has faced four mass shooting events in the past four years and is offering a peer-to-peer program to help officers cope.

A devout Mormon launched an online fundraiser that has raised nearly $250,000 from 6,000 donors to help the wife and son of Thomas Sanford — who shot worshippers at a Grand Blanc Township church last Sunday, killing four and injuring eight — meet daily needs and medical expenses.

The Flint African American Quilters Guild will host its 36th annual exhibit from Oct 9—11 at Gloria Coles Flint Public Library.

Beecher High School opened its new STEAM SmartLab earlier this week to give students a place to work on projects with tools like robots, 3D printers, and digital media—paid for by a nearly $300K donation.

The lab is the first of its kind in Genesee County and will help students learn hands-on skills while plans for more labs in the district continue.

Bishop International Airport launched a ticketless parking system Tuesday—using Metropolis mobile technology to monitor when drivers enter and exit the lot.

Travelers can register with the app or scan QR codes, and the system will automatically calculate their parking fee upon exit.

Residents of Mundy Township attended a meeting where the Genesee County Road Commission explained plans for a roundabout at Fenton and Baldwin roads—construction is expected to begin next spring or summer as attendees shared feedback on the design.

Psychotherapist Dr. Kathy Barton-Brown (a local expert) offers advice and insight on managing grief after tragedy to help those struggling with loss.

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.

Greater Flint Sports Gala

6-9 p.m. — Riverfront Conference Center — Contact for details — Celebrate local athletes with food, entertainment, and inspiring speeches.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.