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Hello again Flint! We’re bringing you the latest town highlights. Don’t miss out, keep going! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • North Flint neighbors: want a say in 2026 workshops?
  • How McLaren Flint nurses are backing the Genesys holiday strike
  • Where does UM-Flint rank in Michigan’s most popular license plates?

Today's riddle: What did the little needle say to the mother needle when it brought home a failing report card? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Low clouds, with a high of 37 and low of 28 degrees.
  • Friday: Ice, then rain; breezy, temps: high: 32, low: 26.
  • Saturday: Low clouds, with a high of 39 and low of 32 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• SIPI Inc. seeks survey input from North Flint community (flintbeat.com) — Residents in North Flint are being asked to help shape future free workshops by completing a short survey from SIPI Inc. The anonymous questionnaire, open through Jan. 7, 2026, will guide topics, formats, and schedules for 2026 programs, with three respondents eligible for $50 Visa gift cards.
   

Find out what's happening in Flintfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

• Teamsters strike against Henry Ford Genesys Hospital continues into the holidays (wnem.com) — Nurses at Henry Ford Genesys Hospital in Grand Blanc Township are spending Christmas on the picket line, bolstered by strong solidarity from McLaren Flint nurses who donated hundreds of gifts to striking families. Union leaders say community and union support, including food and presents, is keeping morale high as they push for a contract they believe protects nurses and Genesee County patients.
   

• Most popular Michigan license plates in 2025: See what's on the road (mlive.com) — Michigan drivers are choosing from more than 11.7 million license plates, and even University of Michigan–Flint pride shows up, with 536 fundraising plates on the road. State data breaks down which university, military, cause, and legacy designs residents are backing, including options that help fund road repairs and support charities and veterans’ groups.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • We successfully raised $550 plus gifts for the Irving Family.
    Tammy and I will go out and fulfill some wishlist items today. We will post pics later. Special thanks to our Vehicle City Kayak Club Members and… (Nextdoor Thread Lake)
  • Milky Way Cake – The Candy Bar Dessert You’ll Crave?
    Some desserts feel familiar the moment you smell them baking. Milky Way Cake is one of those recipes—the kind that pulls you back to candy bars… (Nextdoor Briarcrest)
  • Do you need help with health coverage and other resources? Through a grant received by the State of Michigan, LEO, our Community Health Workers can... (X: GeneseeHealth)
  • Domestic assault trial looms for Flint councilman, and 4 other major stories... (X: saginawnews)
  • Costco Wholesale Corporation posted a job opening for Forklift Driver in Flint. Apply here.
  • Michigan Staffing posted a job opening for Store Scanning Specialist in Flint. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Flint here.

🗞 Nearby News

Burton

  • Burton Fire District presents yearly awards (blufftontoday.com)
  • Genesee County police looking for suspect in attempted carjacking (abc12.com)

Flushing

  • Nurses strike at Henry Ford Genesys continues through Christmas Eve (midmichigannow.com)
  • Grand Blanc Township police seek suspect in attempted carjacking, warn public not to approach (mlive.com)
  • Elite Roofing Group Highlights Risks of Freeze Thaw Roof Damage in Winter Months (democratandchronicle.com)

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: I guess I’m not as sharp as I thought.
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