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Greetings Flint! Your go-to source for what's happening in town is here. Stay in the loop and read on. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • What will replace the beloved Flint Central High now being torn down?
  • How to see Swan Lake with live orchestra in Flint Sept. 26
  • How Flint's new fire training hub could shape future local firefighters

Also on today's calendar: Open Office Hours - Flint and 8 more events.

Today's riddle: Why are crows so alert and curious? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: A couple of afternoon showers, with a high of 76 and low of 46 degrees.
  • Monday: Periods of sun, temps: high: 68, low: 58.
  • Tuesday: A heavy t-storm in the p.m., with a high of 78 and low of 59 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Alumni and teachers share memories of Flint Central as demolition continues (midmichigannow.com) — Demolition of the former Flint Central High School is moving ahead as Flint Community Schools prepares to build a new high school on the historic East Village site. Alumni and neighbors are mourning the loss of the old building while expressing hope, as district leaders promise to preserve key elements from Central and Whittier and aim to open the new school in 2028.
   

2. Iconic ballet 'Swan Lake' returns to Flint, with live orchestra (theflintcouriernews.com) — A full-scale production of Swan Lake with live orchestra is coming to Whiting Auditorium in Flint on September 26, giving local residents a rare chance to hear Tchaikovsky's score performed live. The touring World Ballet Company promises cinematic staging, lavish costumes, and family-friendly storytelling, with tickets already on sale for the 7 p.m. performance.
   

3. Fire academy in Flint now a regional training center, expanding offerings (mlive.com) — A new designation makes the Genesee Career Institute Fire Academy on Torrey Road an official Michigan Regional Training Center, expanding firefighter training options right in Flint. Local fire chiefs say the move will create clearer pathways for high school students and boost recruitment and specialized training opportunities for departments across Genesee County and surrounding communities.
   

4. All aboard! Best fall train rides for metro Detroit families (metroparent.com) — Families in Flint can hop on Amtrak's Blue Water line for an easy fall foliage day trip, riding between Detroit, Flint and Port Huron with colorful views along the way. The guide explains how Flint can be a shorter turnaround point, with motorcoach connections making same-day travel simple for local riders planning autumn adventures.
   

5. Flint Township Police recognize officers who traveled to New York after 9/11 attacks (midmichigannow.com) — Flint Township Police are honoring five officers who drove to New York City the day after 9/11 to help with recovery efforts, 25 years after the attacks. The officers spent a week assisting families and staffing security checkpoints near Ground Zero, and the department is publicly emphasizing that their sacrifice and service have not been forgotten.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Sunday September 13
  • New! Shark Kingdom
    Sloan Museum, 1310 E. Kearsley St., Flint
    12:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Anyone missing a pit bull puppy one was wandering around my house Friday 9-11-26.
    We can't keep him tied up or sent to Humane Society because they're closed. (Nextdoor Taft Rd)
  • Having garage sale Saturday from 9-5.
    5521 sugarbush lane flint twp. In western hills. (Nextdoor Flint Township)
  • Cracker Barrel Old Country Store posted a job opening for Server in Flint. Apply here.
  • Burlington Stores posted a job opening for Seasonal Cashier Associate - Part Time 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: They start each day with a cup of caw-fee. (Thank you Curt K. for sending it in!)
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