Independent, nonprofit colleges and universities pour a lot of money into the local economy, according to the Michigan’s Independent Colleges and Universities (MICU). In the last decade alone, they have contributed more than $1 billion in investments. Those projects led to nearly 6,500 jobs, $600 million in income to local families and an additional $2 […]
Kettering knows that it is not a lone figure in Flint. If it succeeds, then the neighborhoods around it have to succeed as well. A little elbow grease, community involvement, and acknowledgement from the government made that dual success a reality. When Robert McMahan took over as president in 2012 there became a push for […]
The former Michigan Bucks, regarded as the most successful franchise in the former Premier Development League’s history, will compete as the Flint City Bucks this year. A name-change announcement for the soccer club that will call downtown Flint’s Atwood Stadium their home field was held at Ferris Wheel Jan. 30. More than 1,000 online entries […]
Soccer fans will soon be added to the numbers of residents and visitors who have a reason to enjoy Flint. When the Michigan Bucks of the USL League Two relocates from Pontiac to its new home field at Kettering University’s Atwood Stadium next year, the city will gain a new sports team and new downtown-area […]
A walk through the University Avenue Corridor (UAC) today looks much different than it did five years ago. With Kettering University leading the way, the neighborhood residents and businesses are making a positive change and taking pride in their communities. Kettering has been an integral part of the Flint community for nearly a century and […]
The nightlife is getting hotter as we head into July. Step out and sample one of the great new spirits being featured this month or enjoy one of your favorite pours. Take in a live music set, dance or dine at one of Flint’s local clubs. If you need a weekend wind down, step into […]
It’s a totally rad idea. 1980’s icons like Mary McFly, Madonna, Ronald Regan and others are popping up all over Flint to promote 80’s In the Hole RiverFest. This is the second year for the event. This year it is done in collaboration with RiverFest, which celebrates the Flint Riverfront Restoration downtown. 80’s In the […]