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Claressa Shields gets front row seat to upcoming opponent's workout
FLINT, MI (WJRT) - Claressa Shields was back where it all started Wednesday afternoon at the Berston Field house. She reminisced about training in her old gym and all the memories it brought back. Shields wasn't the only one there, her opponent Vanessa LePage-Joanisse was training in Flint. Claressa took...
REO Speedwagon Plays to Packed Pine Knob Music Theatre
For nearly 50 years, the rock group from Champaign, Illinois, REO Speedwagon, has been giving audiences and classic rock listeners timeless hits and concert memories that’ll last a lifetime. With over 40 million records sold and over a dozen Top-40 Hits, it’s no wonder that when REO Speedwagon comes to town, the fans show up and let their voices be heard.
Claressa Shields is fired up for this Saturday’s fight in Detroit against Vanessa Lepage-Joanisse
FLINT, Mich. (WNEM) - On Wednedsay, the “GWOAT” Claressa Shields held an open workout at Berston Field House in Flint ahead of her big time fight at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit this Saturday night. If it didn’t already feel like fight week, on Wednesday, the energy was...
Creepy Abandoned Church in Flint with Shady Past
WARNING: Under no circumstances should you enter this property. By doing so you risk bodily harm and/or prosecution for trespassing on private property. The explorers of this church near Flint called it ‘creepy’ - looking at the images, I can see some instances where yes, it looks somewhat eerie. But then, there are a few ornate parts as well.
MDOT to focus on pedestrian access for I-475 reconstruction in Flint
FLINT, Mich. (WJRT)- Construction continues on the first phase of the I-475 rebuild through Flint, and the design of the second phase is still changing. A reconstruction project has the freeway closed to northbound traffic from Davison to Carpenter Road right now, and southbound has only one lane open there.
Governor Whitmer signs controversial 2025 school aid budget amid funding concerns
Lansing, Michigan – Amid mounting worries about funding distribution, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed the 2025 school aid budget in Flint in what is described by many as a key point for Michigan’s educational system in the future. Approved by legislators just before their summer break, the budget guarantees $23 billion for educational purposes, therefore upholding a strong dedication to education despite certain controversial cuts.
The Loft set to close after 22 years in business in Downtown Flint
The owner, Rodney Ott, said right now is the right time to start a new journey. The Loft will officially close the doors on New Year's Day 2025. The Loft set to close after 22 years in business in Downtown Flint. The owner, Rodney Ott, said right now is the...
New initiative in Flint targets peaceful conflict resolution among teenagers
Flint, Michigan – Mayor Sheldon Neeley has responded decisively to the growing incidence of young violence in Flint by announcing an extensive new project meant to promote peace among the young population of the city. Mayor Neeley announced the Peer Mediator program Monday at a press conference, aimed at training young people to settle problems peacefully before they become violent.
Bridgeport Gun Club reacts to grant veto by Governor Whitmer
SAGINAW COUNTY, Mich. (WJRT) - Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed the state's $83 billion budget on Wednesday. The governor did veto a few items in that budget, including funding for an indoor gun range and training facility in the Bridgeport area. $425,000 was earmarked for the project. State Representative Amos O'Neal...
Woman dies after pedestrian crash last week in Grand Blanc
GRAND BLANC, Mich. (WJRT) - The woman who was hit by a car in Grand Blanc on July 15 has died, according to the Grand Blanc City Police Department. Police say 64-year-old Pamela Moorman attempted to cross Grand Blanc Road near Davis Street when she was hit by a car driven by a 72-year-old man.
Fenton-based The State Bank announces merger with ChoiceOne Bank
ChoiceOne Financial Services, Inc., the parent company of ChoiceOne Bank, and Fentura Financial, Inc., the parent company of The State Bank, today announced the signing of a definitive merger agreement pursuant to which ChoiceOne and Fentura will merge in an all-stock transaction. The State Bank is a commercial, retail and...
Summer Strings awarded Fenton Community Fund grant
The Fenton Community Orchestra (FCO) Summer Strings program recently received a $2,000 grant from the Fenton Community Fund, a division of the Community Fund of Greater Flint (CFGF.) The grant was also matched with support from the University of Michigan – Flint, Share Art Genesee, the Michigan Arts and Culture...
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