Flint Beat reporter Joshua Johnson caught up with University of Michigan guard Trey McKenney on May 14, 2026 to talk about legacy and ignoring distractions. @treymckenney
Sessions on Saginaw: A $250 cash prize is on the line Sunday, May 17, 2026 as Brush Alley Skateshop hosts a Game of Skate. The competition starts outside the shop at 1 p.m. (Anthony Summers | Flint Beat)
Flint students arrive in style at Southwestern Classical Academy ahead of prom night celebrations. Students made their way down the red carpet, greeting friends and family while showing off their prom looks before departing for the evening’s festivities at the Golden Glow Ballroom in Saginaw. (Anthony Summers & Joshua Johnson | Flint Beat)
Students from Hamady High School celebrated prom Friday, May 8, 2026 at Genesys Conference & Banquet Center, arriving in formalwear for an evening of music, dancing and celebration. (Anthony Summers | Flint Beat)
Students from International Academy of Flint arrive at Sugarbush Golf Club for prom, greeted by friends and family before entering the dance. (Anthony Summers | Flint Beat)
The LatinX Technology & Community Center hosted a Cinco de Mayo event in Buckham Alley over the weekend, featuring games, food and a live performance by Cumbia group Los G Notes in downtown Flint. (Anthony Summers | Flint Beat)
Local artists took the stage at the ‘Flint Under the Stars’ concert at the FIM Capitol Theatre, featuring performances from Jeff Skigh, King Cashes, and Twicee. The monthly series highlights Flint’s music scene while connecting the community through live performances. (Anthony Summers | Flint Beat)
An official list of candidates for mayor and City Council has been released.
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Halo Burger on Saginaw Street marked its grand reopening with a ribbon cutting ceremony, drawing community members and local leaders to celebrate the next chapter for the historic downtown location. (Anthony Summers | Flint Beat)
Welcome to Kew’s Korner where ‘everybody knows your name.’🍻
From karaoke nights to local partnerships, owner Tory Vancobb is creating a space in Flint where everyone has a seat at the table; whether they drink or not.
We spoke with Tory about his decision to purchase Kew’s and how he’s building community within the bar and beyond.
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Applewood opens May 1, 2026.🌷
Applewood Estate opens Friday, May 1st with a May Day celebration, complete with a maypole dance, garden strolls and a taste of the season.
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