Concluding our four-part series on the origins of Genesee County, let’s go back (although not very far) to a glamorous time – a time when the Durant Hotel was more than an office building. Durant Hotel is part of our “Origins” story because it is a piece of history that still exists; but it is
After sitting desolate for 25 years, the UM-Flint Ice Rink is again renting skates! The grand re-opening of the rink was held on January 2, attended by nearly 300 people including community members, UM-Flint faculty, staff, students – even some international students who had never experienced ice skating. About 150 pairs of skates were available
Judge John L. Conover has always been known for his lively sense of humor. He has taken that sense of humor to co-write a book with his wife, Karen. The book, entitled Off Balance, is a humorous view of life in the courtroom, based on stories he compiled during his two decades serving as a
Every hour, over 100 infants die from hypothermia – 140, to be exact. Worldwide, almost four million infants die each year during the neonatal period (0-27 days) in areas where hypothermia is a leading cause of mortality.* The good news: something is being done about it, right here in Michigan. Kettering University’s Dr. Uma Ramabadran
On January 8, the Humane Society of Genesee County celebrated a milestone – its 90-year anniversary! The occasion was marked with a special ribbon-cutting ceremony by the Burton Chamber of Commerce, accompanied by the essentials for any party: punch and cake. “Without the dedication of our staff and volunteers, the Humane Society wouldn’t be what
Hidden deep in the woods on the outskirts of Fenton, you will find Rancho Recordo – a recording studio where Music Producer Marc Hudson works with musicians from all around the world. Marc is the studio owner, tour manager, audio engineer, and a musician. Having worked with many bands including Against Me, an American punk
Dr. Richard Stanley is a Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Kettering University and is affectionately called “Coach” by his students and fellow faculty members. Along with his role of professor, he is also the moderator for Kettering’s Faculty Senate and the University’s martial arts instructor. Martial arts have been his passion for many years, one
There is an unmistakable excitement in Zoe Weinberg’s voice when discussing skiing. It’s obvious that when the Fenton High School junior slips on a pair of boots, straps on skis, clutches her poles and shoots out of a gate onto a snow-covered slope, there is probably no place she would rather be. In this setting,
The concept for Black Classical Origins began 13 years ago when Richard King accepted a challenge from Dallas Dort, who was then chairman of the Flint Institute of Music, to think of more effective ways for the Flint Symphony Orchestra to reach out to Flint’s black middle class residents. Lennetta Coney soon joined the steering
For Steve Heddy, it was love at first sight – the first time he saw his future wife, Rosanne Barton, way back in junior high school. And Rosanne’s reaction was the same. “The second I saw him, I knew!” she exclaims. “It really was love at first sight.” The couple, who is well-known in the
For Craig Williams, Director of Bishop International Airport, 2015 was a busy year. He was appointed to the position in August 2014 by the Bishop International Airport Authority Board in a unanimous vote. Craig replaced long-time director Jim Rice, who retired after many years of service. “The first year went by so fast!” he exclaims.
What was it like? What I can tell you as Concert Promoter offers but one subjective perspective. I additionally refer you to those who were also there and truly made it happen – most now geographically scattered across the country as a sad consequence of the great Flint Diaspora. With over 3,000 “likes” and momentum
