While many Michigan’s urban cities’ economic recovery programs have gained momentum, there is concern those efforts may not be moving fast enough or are far enough along. Visibility is often a problem. Investors, entrepreneurs, community leaders, developers, builders and other critical stakeholders need to “see” incentives, in order to “seize” them, according to development experts […]
It is an age-old question. How do you get people with money to invest in places where it is most needed? One answer is Opportunity Zones (OZs). They can help communities in Flint and Detroit grow and prosper. Part of the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Acts, the new economic development tool is designed to incentivize […]
Running isn’t typically viewed as a team activity, but the Crim Fitness Foundation takes a group focus when introducing children to one of the world’s oldest forms of exercise. Area youth running groups compete at the annual Crim Kids Invitational, which will be held on Friday, August 16, at Chevy Commons in Flint. The event […]
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 […]
Alexandra’s Creative Planning and Marketplace. It’s a name Alexandra Moore felt suited her business to a T. Despite its length, the busy Flint-based entrepreneur wanted something that encapsulated all that she does. Working a day job and tending to a family of five gave her more responsibility than is found in most job descriptions. She […]
Although Parker Nevicato has never been sexually exploited, it hasn’t stopped him from fighting for those who have. His weapon of choice isn’t a megaphone or protest march. Instead Nevicato uses a small shop at Dort Mall as his platform. Inside Parfait Ink, a screen printing and embroidery company his mom operates, the young advocate […]
Talk of change is becoming increasingly common among Flint residents. From front-lawn chats to community meetings, neighbors are inspired by the progress they see in the city and they’re often more motivated to contribute their time and energy toward greater success. An ongoing series promoting organizing and leadership skills is one of the latest opportunities […]
Flint and Genesee County are among areas in 18 states approved for federal support that could help boost job creation and economic improvement. The U.S. Department of the Treasury and Internal Revenue Service approved Michigan’s application for Opportunity Zones, communities eligible for tax benefits designed to improve the quality of life for their residents by […]
Life can be tough for returning citizens and other at-risk individuals. Finding and keeping a job can be hard for many and for those re-entering society, simply learning how to live in a world outside of prison can be daunting. They need help and support. STRIVE is there to help with training that leads to […]
The momentum for growth in Flint and Genesee County is there. We’ve seen it and written about it at TheHUB Flint. In order to get a little more detail about the growth we went to the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce website to check out what was discussed at its 2018 Annual Meeting themed […]