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In today's newsletter:

  • How could Wednesday's council vote reshape youth and recovery programs?
  • Do you have video that could identify this Flint hit-and-run driver?
  • What makes this year's Back to the Bricks feel so special?

Also on today's calendar: The #1 90's Country Experience in America! The Jeremy McComb Honky-Tonk Circus Tour and 1 more event.

Today's riddle: Why did the man leave his watch in the bank? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Mostly sunny and warm, with a high of 85 and low of 65 degrees.
  • Wednesday: A couple of showers, temps: high: 78, low: 54.
  • Thursday: Lots of sun; nice, less humid, with a high of 79 and low of 55 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Flint City Council to discuss violence intervention, opioid ... (flintbeat.com) — Flint City Council's Finance Committee will weigh new funding this Wednesday for youth summer programs and safe spaces, plus opioid recovery services through Soberhood. The proposals would tap the city's general fund and Opioid Settlement Fund to support local events, enrichment activities, and long-term recovery efforts for residents into 2027.
   

2. Flint 18-year-old fights for life after hit-and-run, driver still missing (abc12.com) — An 18-year-old is in critical condition after a hit-and-run in Flint, and police are still searching for the gray 2012 Chevrolet Corvette involved. His family, now gathered in Flint, is pleading with residents to share any video or tips with detectives or Crime Stoppers as they struggle with slow case updates and broader concerns about local violence.
   

3. More than a car show: Back to the Bricks brings families together, draws thousands to Flint area (mlive.com) — Back to the Bricks is filling downtown Flint and surrounding communities this week with classic cars, rolling cruises, and family-friendly events celebrating the area's automotive heritage. From drive-in movie nights to the massive Saturday car show, thousands of visitors and locals are packing Saginaw Street and nearby venues, sharing stories, honoring veterans, and keeping Vehicle City's car culture roaring.
   

4. Ivan Moody of FFDP Shouts Out Flint's Machine Shop on Stage (wearemidmichigan.com) — Five Finger Death Punch frontman Ivan Moody recently told a Grand Rapids crowd he wants the band back at Flint's beloved Machine Shop, even suggesting multiple nights. The shout-out adds to the venue's growing legend, as national acts like Halestorm continue to call the small Flint club one of their favorite places to play ahead of its 25th anniversary.
   

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    Tuesday August 18
  • Lost World of Dragons
    Sloan Museum of Discovery1221 E. Kearsley St. Flint, M
    10:00 am
  • One World One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure
    Sloan Museum Longway Planetarium, 1310 E. Kearsley St., Flint, MI
    12:00 pm
  • Perfect Little Planet
    Sloan Museum Longway Planetarium, 1310 E. Kearsley St., Flint
    2:00 pm
  • Skies Over Michigan
    Sloan Museum 1310 E Kearsley Street, Flint, MI
    3:00 pm
  • New! Shark Kingdom
    Sloan Museum 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503
    4:00 pm
    • Wednesday August 19
  • D & D Nights | Chronicles from the Collection
    Sloan Museum 1221 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503
    6:00 pm
    • Monday August 31
  • Timothy's Pub – Flint →
    Timothy's Pub, 2890 Robert T Longway Blvd, Flint
    7:00 pm
    • Friday September 4
  • Beecher at International Academy →
    International Academy of Flint K-12, 2820 Saginaw St, Flint
    6:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Another just for fun.
    If you could be a super hero what would your powers be? (Nextdoor Farnumwood)
  • Thought for today.
    Today we celebrate National Love My Feet Day, National Pineapple Juice Day,and Black Cat Appreciation Day. So sit back soak your feet while drinking… (Nextdoor Farnumwood)
  • Red Robin - Ansara Restaurant Group, Inc. posted a job opening for Janitorial / Cleaner in Flint. Apply here.
  • Spar, Inc. posted a job opening for Remodel Merchandiser in Flint. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Flint here.

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: So he could save time! (Thank you Lorraine S. for sending it in!)
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