Sometimes we get so busy looking for places to vacation we forget there is so much to do and see on our hometowns. The Flint & Genesee Convention and Visitors Bureau has a solution for that. On July 14 it will present the sixth annual “Be a Tourist in Your Home Town.” It can be […]
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 […]
There are real-world solutions right here in our community to some of the biggest public safety concerns in Flint. On June 2, three teams will compete in the Flint City Smart City Reverse Pitch Competition at Factory Two. They will vie for more than $30,000 in prizes and the opportunity to apply their concepts into […]
If you’ve seen a group of young people armed with chemistry kits hanging around local streams and the Flint River you may have wondered what in the world was going on. Well, here’s the answer. The young people checking out the water are 6th through 12th graders from Saginaw, Genesee, and Lapeer Counties. They’ve been […]
For the 36th year, promising seniors from high schools across Flint and Genesee County will be recognized for their achievements at the Urban League of Flint’s Salute to Black Scholars on Wednesday, May 16 at Kettering University. No matter what challenges any teenager faces, these 170 individuals honored by the Urban League and the Flint […]
There is a wealth of fun and interesting things to do in Flint and Genesee County. We’ve enjoyed the winter activities, now it’s time to soak up the sun and take in the many warm weather adventures offered in the area. Relax and gather your thoughts Mindfulness Meditation at For-Mar Nature Preserve and Arboretum, 2142 […]
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 […]
It was Thanksgiving Day and the spirit of gratitude filled many Flint homes in 2016, despite a health threat that frightened the city. News of the water emergency that contributed to lead poisoning, sickness and even some deaths was at the forefront of families’ minds as they prepared their holiday dinner. This year’s feast would […]
Many have already taken the first step. Other local residents who want to learn how they can impact their communities are welcome to attend the “Neighbors Changing Flint: The First Step Is Yours” training series, says Ashley Everhart, agency director of the Neighborhood Engagement Hub. Set for 5:30 p.m. Wednesday March 28 at Asbury United […]
Flint residents are incredibly committed to restoring their neighborhoods. It’s something the Neighborhood Engagement Hub recognizes. The nonprofit organization works to improve the quality of life for communities by working directly with residents and neighborhood organizations, helping them get their projects from the starting point to the finish line. “They have been a part of […]