Something exciting is happening in the Flint River this weekend. On Saturday, Sept. 21 at the Mott Park Recreational Area from 1-3pm, the reintroduction of juvenile Lake Sturgeon into the Flint River will take place. Participants may have the opportunity to help with the release, according to a statement released by the Flint River Watershed
Not only is today Friday the 13th, there is also a full moon! Let’s celebrate the spookiness with my favorite recipe for Deviled Eggs. In ancient Rome, wealthy patricians favored a certain savory dish – the modern day “deviled” egg. The eggs were boiled and seasoned with fun, spicy sauces. They were served at the
With fall just around the corner, it’s time to visit one of Genesee County’s apple orchards for some cider and a doughnut! Check out Mueller’s Orchard and Cider Mill in Linden this weekend and help support a good cause. Every year, on the second weekend in September, Mueller’s Orchard sponsors a car show for Cystic
Thurs. Sept. 12 The Capitol Theatre Presents: Flint: The Poisoning of an American City This film explores the critical question of how the ongoing water crisis could happen in an American city. It intersperses interviews with area residents and experts in lead and water with testimony at congressional oversight committee hearings. With over 5,300
Each year, Artists, fans, collectors and writers flock to the Flint Farmer’s Market for the Flint Fall Comic Fest! This fun event for all ages showcases local comic creators, vendors from across the Midwest, Cosplay, books, toys, movies and other neat and rare collectibles. Door prizes will be awarded throughout the day and the Cosplay
Can you remember what you were doing on Sept. 11, 2001? The memories of that day are forever etched in people’s minds — the day the Unites States of America was attacked —four coordinated terrorists attacks that killed 2,296 people and injured over 6,000 others. Two planes, American Airlines Flight 11 and United Airlines Flight
Alright, wordsmiths. It’s time to get your write on! The Flint Festival of Writers begins on Friday, September 13, with a kick-off party at the Ferris Wheel from 6pm-9pm. Join your local writers for food, drink and live music. Jump into some creative writing activities and find a new story to latch onto during a
The Michigan House unanimously passed two bills to re-name portions of two area highways. State Rep. Tim Sneller (D-Burton) announced the renaming of a portion of I-69, between Center and Belsay roads in the city of Burton, as the “Bataan and Corregidor Veterans Memorial Highway.” According to a press statement released by Sneller, during World
Join the International Center of Greater Flint in partnership with the City of Flint and Genesee County for Welcoming Week! Welcoming Week is an annual celebration dedicated to both welcoming immigrants and refugees, and to acknowledge their contributions to our nation and Genesee County. Welcoming Week brings together thousands of people to build unity in
It’s been a tradition for Fenton families for nearly five decades. Every September, St. John the Evangelist of Fenton hosts Applefest, one of the largest fall festivals in Michigan. This year, the event will be held Thurs. Sept. 12- Sun. Sept. 15, and attracts over 35,000 visitors from all over to enjoy delicious food, entertainment,
Fresh, sweet, juicy tomatoes are bountiful this time of year — in your garden or at the farmers’ markets and vegetable stands. A quick easy recipe to make using this flavorful fruit is Bruschetta. Bruschetta is an antipasto from Italy consisting of grilled bread rubbed with garlic and topped with olive oil and salt, tomatoes
Clarence Campbell, pastor of Grace Christian Community Fellowship on Davison Rd., needs your help. Mr. Campbell is president of the Eastside Coalition and operates the Power of One anti-blight initiative. He has used his free time to clean up litter and trash around his neighborhood for years. He is also part of the Clean &
