There’s an endless variety of things to do in Greater Flint as the summer event season gets underway! Here’s a sample of the festivities and fun for everyone! Flint Open Shop Factory Two, Downtown 1st & 3rd Tuesdays Drop by and see what F2 has to offer. No membership required. The Moth Mainstage in Flint
There is only one Marc Jacobson. For over ten years, he has been the morning reporter at WJRT-TV ABC 12 News, reporting stories to the viewers in his own unique and funny way. He gets up at 2:30am to be at the station by 3:30am – and he wouldn’t have it any other way. Full
The Junior League of Flint recently celebrated their 90th anniversary. Incorporated in 1928, this women’s group has maintained its focus on the health, well-being and education of women and children in the Flint community through ongoing volunteerism, donations and fundraising for local nonprofits. The mission includes developing its volunteers through training and education into leadership
In 1997, Mara Jevera Fulmer was living in Fiji. Six years into her position as art director, senior graphic artist and acting senior photographer at the University of the South Pacific, she was ready for a change. When a position opened up at Mott Community College, she boarded a plane to Flint. It wasn’t for
A Youtube video posted after Flint Powers Catholic won its second girls soccer state championship in dominating fashion last June, perfectly captures the camaraderie, skills, team chemistry and resiliency that make the program one of the state’s finest. Uploaded by 2017 All-State Dream Team defender Rachel Phillpotts, the video begins with highlights from last year’s
Local options for healthy eating range from establishments that are generations strong, to a few that are less than a couple of years old. But, when it comes to fresh, locally-sourced foods and a focus on getting the best nutrition from every meal, Greater Flint has what you need. My City met with a few
Setting goals and accomplishing them is a theme for Sara Johnson, 21, who is currently working to help Flint achieve membership in the Girls Rock Camp Alliance – a global network of arts and social justice-focused and community-building opportunities for youth. The organization has members in Australia, Africa, Europe, Asia, Canada and dozens of
The excitement is mounting for one lovely Flint native. Talisha Nicole Gilbert, who was crowned Ms. Black Michigan USA in November 2017, is heading to Washington D.C. in July to represent her state in a national pageant, Ms. Black USA. “I’m extremely excited!” Gilbert exclaims. “I’m thrilled at just having the opportunity to be a
Every Thursday morning, you can find Annie Van Leuven hopping onto a golf cart at Fenton Farms Golf Club in Fenton with her daughter Karen, and granddaughter, Camille. Annie, who celebrates her 100th birthday on June 8, has golfed on Fenton Farms Ladies Day for 49 years. It’s a little tougher for her to swing
As the summer weather rolls in, so DO the food trucks! The Grand Blanc First Friday Food Truck Festival kicked off on May 4 outside Grand Blanc High School. Presented by the City of Grand Blanc, Downtown Development Authority and Genisys Credit Union, the Food Truck Festival will continue throughout the summer (July 6 and
The renovation of buildings in Downtown Flint is ongoing. Here’s an update on the progress of two significant projects – one nearing completion and the other on track for early 2019. Whaley Historic House Museum In November 2015, tragedy struck when the Whaley Historic House Museum caught fire. In the early afternoon, the roof was
Anything Guys Can Do … “Winning the Division 3 Championship is the ultimate goal because that would really be a positive thing for the city.” Louise Ogadinma, Team Owner With her trim, toned build, distinctive mohawk hairstyle and confident stare, Louise Ogadinma looks nothing like she did a decade ago. Back then, as she puts
