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Allegiant Airlines adding $59 flights from Flint to Florida
FLINT, Mich. (WJRT) - Allegiant Airlines has launched a new route to Florida from Flint Bishop International Airport. Passengers can fly to Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport in Florida's Panhandle with one-way tickets as low as $59. There were eight other new non-stop routes to 13 cities around the country. Allegiant...
Recall language filed against three Mott Community College trustees
Flint resident Patrick Hayes filed recall language against three members of the Mott Community College (MCC) Board of Trustees today. Hayes, who has served as an adjunct instructor at the college and whose step-daughter will be starting at MCC in the fall, filed the language against Board Vice Chair Janet Couch, Trustee John Daly III, and Board Secretary Wendy Wolcott on July 16, 2024.
City of Flint burn policy amendment would allow fire pits
The policy would allow fire pits if they can be placed 15 feet away from all structures and property boundaries. Amendment to Flint's fire policy would allow fire pits if approved. Policy sponsor Judy Priestley believes it will allow the Fire Department to put more effort towards stopping people burning...
Friends of the Flint Public Library host an evening full of ice cream and entertainment
FLINT, Mich.— Guests were treated to a performance from the Genesee County Concert Band. The Friends of the Flint Public Library invited the community to the Gloria Coles Flint Public Library for an ice cream social with special musical guests. The musical guests were the Genesee County Concert Band.
Police arrest masked suspect in armed robbery at Brighton Hampton Inn
Brighton Police announced they arrested a man, 22 of the Howell area, on Monday at approximately 4:15 p.m. They described him as the “sole suspect” in the armed robbery of the Hampton Inn Suites.
Fears of losing accreditation loom over Mott Community College interim president selection
FLINT, MI – Shauna Richardson-Snell’s selection as Mott Community College interim president is now official, as the Mott Community College Board of Education approved her contract on Monday, July 15. The decision to hire Richardson-Snell was met by vehement opposition from the campus community, including professors and union...
Community support for Flint Police detective as she 'conquers cancer'
FLINT, Mich. (WJRT) - A long-time detective with the Flint City Police Department is battling breast cancer. Detective Maria Reed has been an officer with the Department since 2016. She made history at that time, as she and her son became the first mother-son duo to join the Flint Police Department. They even took the spotlight in a docuseries, "Flint Town."
Woman facing super drunk charges for wrong-way crash on I-75
BAY COUNTY, Mich. (WJRT) - A Bay County woman faces super drunk charges in connection with a deadly wrong-way crash that claimed the lives of two men from Genesee County. The crash happened back in March, when investigators say a 41-year-old woman from Pinconning was driving southbound in the northbound lanes of I-75 near Salzburg Road in Monitor Township.
Celebrate ‘Christmas in July’ at Flint Farmers’ Market this week
FLINT, MI - The vendors of the Flint Farmers’ Market will be holding the Christmas in July installment of their Night at the Market series this week. From 5 p.m.-8 p.m. Thursday, July 18, The Night at the Market event will allow busy individuals and families who don’t have time to visit the downtown Flint location during regular hours of operation to experience the Flint Farmers’ Market.
Flint Police Department is asking for help finding a missing person
FLINT, Mich. (WJRT) - The Flint Police Department is asking for the public's help with finding a missing person. Police say that 28-year-old D'Margio Izeon Phipps, or "Odie," was last seen at Carriage Town Mission in the 600 block of Garland Street in Flint on July 1. Phipps was last seen wearing jeans and a casual t-shirt.
Longtime Genesee County prosecutor to face former challenger on August ballot
FLINT, MI – Longtime Genesee County Prosecutor David Leyton will be challenged by Flint attorney Trachelle Young in the August 2024 primary election. Leyton, a Democrat, is currently finishing his fifth four-year term as Genesee County prosecutor. He was first elected in 2004 and has served for the past...
Berston Field House gears up to celebrate 101st anniversary
FLINT, Mich. – A community festival is set to celebrate Berston Field House’s 101st birthday!. On July 20th, the community is invited to come enjoy fun, food and live music. The event runs from noon till 5 p.m. at 3300 N. Saginaw St. in Flint. Mid-Michigan NOW caught...
Flint Youth Film Festival to feature aspiring filmmakers at 9th annual celebration
Flint, MI—The Flint Youth Film Festival will return for its 9th annual event, featuring aspiring filmmakers ages 13 to 25. The festival will run from July 25 to July 28, 2024, allowing filmmakers to showcase and develop their talent by sharing their creative work with peers, professionals, and the community.
Ally Challenge tournament just 34 days away
GRAND BLANC, Mich. (WNEM) - The countdown is on to the Ally Challenge; we’re just 34 days away from the tournament at Warwick Hills. On Tuesday, July 16, they held media day in Grand Blanc. The Ally Challenge gave some welcoming remarks and then held a “Closest to the...
Woman Critical, Dog Dies After Being Struck by Vehicle in Grand Blanc
A tragic incident occurred Monday afternoon in Grand Blanc when a 64-year-old woman was hit by a car while crossing the road with her dog. The pedestrian crash near the intersection of Grand Blanc Road and Davis Street resulted in the woman suffering major head injuries and her dog's death. According to ABC12, the woman was transported to Hurley Medical Center and remains in critical condition.
Events fans can expect to check out at The 2024 Ally Challenge presented by McLaren
GRAND BLANC, Mich. – Tournament officials announced today that The Ally Challenge presented by McLaren has accepted the commitment of major champion Vijay Singh to defend his title the week of August 19-25 at Warwick Hills Golf & Country Club in Grand Blanc, Mich. Joining Singh in this year’s...
Meet the contenders who want to unseat Michigan’s constitutional sheriff
HASTINGS, MI -- For the past four years, Barry County Sheriff Dar Leaf has been on a quest to prove there was fraud in the 2020 elections, a conspiracy touted by losing presidential candidate Donald Trump. Now Leaf himself is in the middle of an election, running against more contenders...
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