A $1.4 million building development is expected to generate new retail activity downtown. The former Perry drugstore site at South Saginaw and Second streets will house four new businesses, following renovations to the 9,000-square-foot structure, due for completion in March. Additional shops, totaling six and generating about 15 full-time jobs, are part of the vision […]
Flint’s nightlife isn’t what it used to be. It’s bigger and more bodacious than ever and provides a great backdrop to get your city swag on. Local bars, restaurants, cafés and entertainment venues are becoming more popular. Those who love their hometown are learning it’s no longer necessary to hop on the highway to find […]
Flint’s got plenty of things to do after dark. Its downtown entertainment district makes it easy for visitors to traverse its eclectic mix of live music venues, sports bars, craft brew and bourbon bars, theatres and more. Catch a show at the newly renovated Capitol Theatre, which is among the many Michigan Economic Development Corp.-supported […]
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 […]
When Jia Ireland visits detained teens at the Genesee Valley Regional Center (GVRC) she doesn’t see a bunch of juvenile delinquents. She views them as children who’ve been stereotyped as “bad kids,” but who are actually from broken homes or dysfunctional families. The teens often raised themselves or ran away to escape abuse or violence. […]