Community Corner
🌱 Patch AM: Police find suspect Corvette in Flint hit-and-run, but who was driving?
Happening soon: Healing Revolution Stem Cell Educational Seminar on the Flint Patch calendar
Hey there, Flint! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- Police find suspect Corvette in Flint hit-and-run, but who was driving?
- What we know so far about Flint City Church's overturned bus crash
- Police seek witnesses after deadly Dupont and West Stewart crash
Also on today's calendar: Healing Revolution Stem Cell Educational Seminar.
Today's riddle: How fast is milk when you pour it? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Monday: Nice with some sun, with a high of 74 and low of 53 degrees.
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny and nice, temps: high: 78, low: 57.
- Wednesday: A p.m. t-storm in spots, with a high of 80 and low of 61 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Police find suspect vehicle from Flint hit-and-run crash in Saginaw County (mlive.com) — Flint police have located and impounded the Corvette suspected in the Aug. 9 hit-and-run that critically injured 18-year-old Musa Coulibaly on James P. Cole Boulevard. Detectives are still seeking tips, including any video, and urge residents to contact investigators or Crime Stoppers anonymously to help identify those responsible. 
2. Flint City Church Bus Crashes on Way to Sunday Service (wcrz.com) — Flint City Church's bus was hit and flipped onto its side on the way to Sunday service, leaving the congregation asking for prayers while officials investigate what happened. The crash follows a difficult year for Genesee County churches, including past attacks on St. Mark Baptist Church in Flint and a Grand Blanc Township congregation, heightening concern and solidarity among local faith communities.
3. Deadly Sunday Morning Crash Kills Flint Man, Injures Infant (wcrz.com) — A Flint man was killed and an infant injured in a late-night crash at Dupont Street and West Stewart Avenue in Flint, with police probing whether speed, alcohol, or drugs played a role. Officers say the other driver, a woman, is in critical condition, and they're urging anyone with information to contact Flint police or Crime Stoppers of Flint.
4. Pets of the week: Dog's journey out of abusive situation. And one gorgeous cat. (mlive.com) — Genesee County Animal Care in Flint Township is spotlighting Patty, a resilient dog recovering from past abuse, and Vera, a friendly cat who prefers a calm, dog-free home. Both are available for adoption with low fees, no advance application, and walk-in hours, giving Flint-area residents an easy way to welcome a new pet.
5. Bay City Central players sense an opportunity to make an impact on proud program (mlive.com) — Bay City Central's football team is gearing up for a fresh start under new head coach Marc Jarstfer, and their first test comes Thursday against Flint Carman-Ainsworth at Elmer Engel Stadium. Players say they've embraced a culture of accountability, competition, and high-energy practices as they try to rebuild a once-proud program and lay the foundation for future success.
📸 Around Flint
Show off your photography skills and the sights around town! Click here to submit your Photo of the Day to Patch AM!
🗓 Upcoming Events in Flint
Add your event to our calendar and newsletter!
★ Featured events ★
- Healing Revolution Stem Cell Educational Seminar →
SERVPRO of Northwest Genesee County, Fenton, Lapeer, and Grand Blanc, 4250 Lennon Rd, Flint
6:00 pm
Tuesday August 25
Want to see your event featured? Click here!
Other local events
- Collective Soul →
FIM Capitol Theatre, 140 E 2nd St, Flint
8:00 pm
Wednesday September 2
📣 Flint Shout Outs!
Want to say something great about someone in town? Click here to submit your Shout Out to Patch AM! It's free!
🗓 Events Nearby
- BOE Workshop
Bentley Community Schools Burton, MI 48509
5:00 pm - The Lost World of Dragons | Final Weeks!
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 - Timothy's Pub – Flint →
Timothy's Pub, 2890 Robert T Longway Blvd, Flint
7:00 pm - Beecher at International Academy →
International Academy of Flint K-12, 2820 Saginaw St, Flint
6:00 pm - Atherton Varsity Football @ Beecher →
Beecher High, 6255 Neff Rd, Mt Morris
7:00 pm - MUSHROOMHEAD & FEAR FACTORY at The Machine Shop →
The Machine Shop Concert Lounge, 3539 Dort Hwy, Flint
6:00 pm
Monday August 24
Tuesday August 25
Monday August 31
Friday September 4
Friday September 11
Thursday October 29
Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.
Want to see your business here? Click here to connect with local customers.
💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- ‼️LOST DOG‼️
I've only had him in about a month, he bolted out the door before I could grab him this morning. He's scared of thunder and I'm worried he started… (Nextdoor Beecher2) - I am new at this cat dad thing so forgive my dumb questions.
But why does she every day for like an hour run around attacking her tail? Running and jumping all over the house in a battle with her tail ignoring… (Nextdoor Westwood Heights Mobile)
- GPM Investments, LLC posted a job opening for Cashier/Sales Associate - Store 4655 in Flint. Apply here.
- The Home Depot, Inc. posted a job opening for Customer Service/Sales in Flint. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Flint here.
Ok Flint! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: It's "Pasturized" before you know it! (Thank you Judy M. for sending it in!)
Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!
👉 Help make Patch AM better
- Help us grow by suggesting local news sources.
- Shape this newsletter with your feedback.
- List items for sale or services offered
We use a combination of real people and machines to tell you what's happening around town. Learn more about Patch AM.
Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.
