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Saturday, December 14th, 2024
Good morning, Flint. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Mid-Michigan features five standout holiday light displays to brighten the season, including free shows and charitable donation opportunities. MLive
- ➤ The Detroit Pistons owner, Tom Gores, and his wife Holly donated toys, video games, and laptops to 140 children at Voices for Children in Flint, offering them joy and hope during the holiday season. ABC 12
- ➤ St. Nicholas Orthodox Church in Burton will sell homemade cookies on December 14th from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. ABC 12
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A $3.37 million grant from the National Science Foundation will fund hands-on learning and training in STEM fields at the University of Michigan-Flint to prepare students for careers in automotive, energy, and semiconductor industries. Mid-Michigan Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Genesee County Election Commission declined the recall language against Flint City Councilwoman Tonya Burns due to issues with clarity. Flint Beat
- ➤ A mediator was appointed by a judge to assist the Flint City Council and the Ethics and Accountability Board in resolving a complaint about filling a vacant council seat. Flint Beat
- ➤ President Joe Biden commuted the sentence of Gregory McKnight from Swartz Creek, who was sentenced for operating a $72 million Ponzi scheme, affecting over 3,000 investors. MLive
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ McLaren Flint's Family Medicine Residency Program enhances its Street Medicine Initiative with a $20,000 donation from the A.G. Bishop Charitable Trust to provide essential health care services and supplies to Flint's underserved communities. MLive
- ➤ Michigan House passes legislation to lower the lead level threshold for early intervention in children and increase fines for lead paint violations. MLive
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Big Time Boxing USA showcased 18 fighters across nine bouts in Flint, highlighting Ardreal Holmes Jr.'s victory to maintain his perfect record and setting up a future title fight. MLive
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Holiday Pops Concert by Flint Symphony Orchestra
The Flint Symphony Orchestra presents a festive concert featuring both traditional and contemporary Christmas music, including performances by guest soloists and choruses.
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Meditations in Gold: South Asian Jewelry Exhibition
This exhibition showcases the rich history and cultural significance of South Asian jewelry, featuring pieces from prehistoric to contemporary designs.
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Madison Olivia Live at Sherman's Lounge
Madison Olivia is set to perform at Sherman's Lounge in Flint, MI, on New Year's Eve from 9 PM to 1 AM.
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