The number of homeless youth in Genesee County is staggering. The total count for homeless children in Flint/Genesee County equals 699: 651 of the them are with their families and the remaining 48 are unaccompanied.* Through REACH and Traverse Place, kids and families are getting the assistance they need to lead successful, fulfilling lives.
This month, Genesee District Library will host its 16th Annual Black History Month Brunch, a community event that recognizes people who make a positive impact in Genesee County. The GDL’s biggest event provides an opportunity for the community to celebrate the contributions of African Americans to world history. This year’s brunch is set for Saturday,
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
Some people are very lucky to make a living doing something that is also their passion. Woody Brackney of Burton is one of those people; he has been a ski and snowboard instructor at Mt. Holly Ski & Snowboard Resort since 1972. “I started skiing for fun when I was 11 years old,” Woody says
For some people, Friday the 13th may be an unlucky day; but it was a pretty special day for residents of Genesee County. On Friday, January 13, the treehouse built last August by Treehouse Master, Pete Nelson and his crew at Genesee County’s For-Mar Nature Preserve & Arboretum, was featured on an episode of Animal
Jake Reitano, 29, a Genesee County 911 telecommunicator, sits in front of five computer screens and is ready to receive 911 emergency voice calls from residents in need. As of six months ago, he can respond to 911 text messages – from those who might be facing a circumstance in which using their voice could
FSPA’s Seeing Stars! Benefit Flint Institute of Music 2.3.2017 3rd Annual Valentine’s Mini Market Flint Farmers’ Market 2.4.2017 Wine, Women & Chocolate IMA Brookwood Golf & Banquet Center 2.4.2017 Film: “Olympic Pride, American Prejudice” Presented by Communities First, Inc. Flint Institute of Arts 2.9.2017 Wags & Whiskers in the Woods Adopt-A-Pet Fundraiser Copneconic Conference Center 2.18.2017 Free
On January 26th, The Flint River Watershed Coalition (FRWC) held its Voice of the River Annual Celebration at Whiting Auditorium. Highlighting all the wonderful features of the Flint River, the event featured a “Demolish the Hamilton Dam” fundraiser, as well as food, a cash bar and silent auction. The group also shared information about their
The month of February brings some exciting performances at The Whiting! Here’s what you can expect. February 2 at 7pm Everybody’s Hero: The Jackie Robinson Story shows the events that shaped Jackie Robinson’s character, his struggle to gain acceptance, and the tremendous obstacles he overcame on his way to changing the face of our
Construction of a new early childhood education center on the Durant-Tuuri-Mott Community School campus began today, thanks to $9 million in support from the Charles Stewart Mott Foundation. At just over 36,000 square feet, this new education center will feature 18 classrooms, as well as many other community rooms that can be used beyond a
Go back to 1912 by visiting Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition, showing at Sloan Museum from January 21 until May 21, 2017. Upon entrance, guests will receive a replica boarding pass of an actual passenger from the Titanic. Guests will experience a chronological journey through the construction of the “unsinkable” ship, life on-board, and the
Freezing rain and icy roads didn’t keep thirsty patrons from attending the Iron Bartender & Crowd Cocktail Competition at The Relief & Resource Co. in Fenton on January 16. “It was a success!” exclaims Holly Nachtigal, Marketing Manager, for Relief & Resource Co., a speakeasy which recently opened behind the El Topo restaurant. She also
