Good things are happening at Red Ink Flint, a non-profit organization that focuses on providing programming and opportunities for people of all ages. Factory Two, Red Ink’s latest venue, is one of the programs that falls under the organization’s umbrella and will have a soft opening this month. “Pretty much all of Red Ink’s work

Back in the early 1900s, a trolley was a common sight on the streets of Downtown Flint. And now, it’s back! The Downtown Flint Trolley made its inaugural run on January 12, offering free rides to residents, visitors, college students and anyone who wants to get around town a little more quickly. Downtown resident and volunteer, Kathleen

Signs by Crannie was busy today installing the new sign at the iconic Capitol Theatre in Downtown Flint, as part of an ongoing $30+ million building restoration project. Photography by Eric Dutro

Downtown Flint is bustling with activity! New restaurants are popping up, buildings are being renovated, and businesses are thriving. Busy professionals grab a hot cup of Joe to-go at one of the coffee shops as they hustle to work, while college students hurry off to class. Visitors from all over descend upon the Flint Farmers’

The Flint Downtown Development Authority is dedicated to the economic development and historical preservation of Flint’s Downtown area; but perhaps the most fun, behind-the-scenes work they do, is decorating for the holiday season. Gerard Burnash, the Flint DDA’s Executive Director for six years, loves lights, and he has taken pride in the sprucing up Downtown

“We wanted to create a cool and unique office space that brings energy into the environment.” Bryce Moe, Managing Director at SkyPoint   The current entrepreneurial network in Flint undoubtedly inspires local organizations and businesses to get involved. Stemming from Phil and Jocelyn Hagerman’s idea, SkyPoint Ventures’ new project, The Ferris Wheel, is a co-working

“It’s been really fun to watch those organizations tap into resources and create networks that they typically wouldn’t.” – Michelle Hill To conclude My City Magazine’s three-part series on entrepreneurial opportunities in the Flint area, we think it’s important to address what an effective leader should be like. Luckily, there is a place that will

Oaklin Mixon, Founder and CEO of GoodBoy Clothing, is ecstatic. In his current store headquarters located in Buckham Alley, he can hardly contain his excitement as he tells My City Magazine about the process of starting his business two years ago. “As I’ve been living in Flint, I’ve grown to love it,” he says. “Living

Through the U.S. Small Business Association and the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, the Michigan Small Business Development Center (MI-SBDC) has provided assistance to small businesses for over 38 years. Hosted by Kettering University, the I-69 Trade Corridor Regional Office serves seven counties; according to Marsha Lyttle, however, Flint is currently the “land of opportunity.” The

In this three-part series, My City will explore the viability of the options Greater Flint residents have when it comes to getting started with a business, or even growing an existing one. Looking at the Michigan Small Business Center, the eTEAM, Leadership NOW, and Co+Work, readers will find that everything in Flint is connected –

Once upon a time, two book lovers shared one vision: to establish a bookstore that provides an open space for people to read, discover, and be inspired. And Reader … they did it. The visually appealing, independently-owned Totem Books is a bright spot amid the chaos of everyday life – “a safe haven,” as general