Veterans Stand Down event serves those who served us well

Veterans Stand Down event serves those who served us well

One homeless vet is one too many, according to Angela Beaugard, Metro Community Development’s Vice President of Development and a veteran advocate. There are lots in Michigan, where the number of homeless vets tops 5,200. A local group behind the Veterans Stand Down event hopes to change that by helping match local veterans to resources. […]

Flint transportation leader’s advice on metro Detroit RTA dialogue: ‘Don’t start with ‘no’

Flint transportation leader’s advice on metro Detroit RTA dialogue: ‘Don’t start with ‘no’

While Flint’s neighbors in metro Detroit weigh the possibility of a new transit millage to fund a multi-billion-dollar transit expansion, Genesee County faces its own challenges in the evolving conversation about mobility. Handling of transportation could prove crucial as Flint works to ensure a strong future within the region at a pivotal moment in the […]

Flint Sprint: Collaborative initiative aims to improve quality of life for residents in 60 days

Flint Sprint: Collaborative initiative aims to improve quality of life for residents in 60 days

Flint Sprint involves a wide variety of projects that serve a diverse group of community organizations and their constituents. “Flint Sprint will have a great impact on the well-being of our community from improved customer service delivery to better access to health and wellness, more resources for small businesses and increased literacy among toddlers,” says […]