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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.
Woman Killed, Another Wounded in Flint Shooting; Police Seek Witnesses
A fatal shooting in Flint on Sunday afternoon resulted in the death of a woman and left an additional individual hospitalized with injuries deemed not life-threatening. The incident occurred on the 2000 block of S. Dort Highway around 2 p.m., as reported by WNEM. Flint Police Department officers arrived at the scene to find a woman with a deadly gunshot wound.
Recall filed against Mott Community College board member who opposed interim president’s appointment
FLINT, MI -- Mott Community College trustees on both sides of a controversial presidential appointment are now facing potential recalls. Proposed recall language targeting MCC Trustee Art Reyes was filed on Tuesday, July 23, with the Genesee County Clerk’s Office by Flint resident Angela Green-Harden. If you purchase a...
Whitmer signs $23.4B school budget in Flint amid criticism over funding for students, programs
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer gathered with parents, lawmakers and school and budget officials in Flint on Wednesday and signed off on the $23.4 billion education budget for Fiscal Year 2025. “As you all know, education is the key to growth: economic growth, community growth, personal growth. A good economy is built on great schools that deliver […] The post Whitmer signs $23.4B school budget in Flint amid criticism over funding for students, programs appeared first on Michigan Advance.
Mayor Neeley announces community call to action and Peer Mediator program to de-escalate youth violence
Flint Mayor Sheldon Neeley has issued a call to action to all sectors of our city, calling on faith-based, educational, non-profit, law enforcement, and social services partners, as well as parents and families, to come together to stop the cycle of violence among adolescents and children in the City of Flint.
Histories of Arthur Hill, Saginaw High schools traced in planned museum exhibit
SAGINAW, MI — A museum display next week will chart the histories of two high schools that shut down weeks ago after generations spent teaching Saginaw pupils. The Castle Museum of Saginaw County History on Monday, Aug. 5, will open the display dedicated to the histories of Arthur Hill High School and Saginaw High School.
Thirteen years later, mother renews plea for info about hit-and-run death of daughter
GENESEE TWP, MI – It was 13 years ago when Tamela Steiner lost her daughter. Alexandria Castanon was 22 years old on July 23, 2011, when she was hit and killed by a vehicle while walking down Center Road near Richfield Road in Genesee Township. Her case has gone...
Governor Whitmer signs Michigan's 2025 school budget amidst funding concerns
FLINT, Mich. - Governor Gretchen Whitmer signing the 2025 school aid budget in Flint this afternoon. Lawmakers approved this funding before going on summer recess. Supporters say this builds upon the historic investments made last year into the public education system in Michigan. However certain line items have been criticized.
Flint Jazz Festival moves to Clio Amphitheatre
CLIO, MI -- The Flint Jazz Festival will continue its longstanding tradition this weekend, but at a new location. For the 42nd annual event hosted by the Greater Flint Arts Council, the festival is moving to Clio Ampitheatre from July 26-28. If you purchase a product or register for an...
NW Head Coach David Braun praises former MSU coach Harlon Barnett
Former Michigan State coach Harlon Barnett is already making a positive impact for a fellow Big Ten squad. Barnett — who has been a long-time coach at Michigan State and served as the Spartans interim head coach last year for 10 games — has joined the Northwestern staff this year. He will serve as an assistant head coach and safeties coach for the Wildcats.
Gov. Whitmer signs 2025 fiscal year budget in Flint
The governor signed the $23 billion education budget for fiscal year 2025 that continues investments in education, from preschool to postsecondary. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer officially signed the education budget Tuesday afternoon in Flint at the education center, Educare.
Outside Chance of a Shower or T-Shower
There is still an outside chance of a shower or isolated thundershower today (Wed.). The best bet for a shower would be southeast of a line from Benton Harbor to Flint in the morning. Rainfall amounts were a little variable Tuesday. I had only 0.05″ at my house and that’s...
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