The race was on. In 1830, James Murray lived with his family in Superior, Washtenaw County in Michigan but wanted something more. After purchasing four acres of land in what is now known as Argentine, he moved his family with plans of starting his own mill. When he arrived, he quickly realized that someone was already working on that very same dream. William Bennett had moved into the area months earlier and was already making progress. Undaunted, Murray kicked himself into high gear. He first established a dam in what would become the village proper and then, worked day and night on his own mill while keeping a close eye on Bennett’s work. Soon enough, Murray’s mill was finished before Bennett even knew what was at stake. Bennett, upon realizing his defeat, moved south into Livingston County. Murray had won and quickly established the area’s first goods store, cooper shop, blacksmith shop and hotel. The future was bright.
They have won World Series rings, thrown no-hitters, pitched in the All-Star Game, won an Olympic gold medal and replaced Babe Ruth in a starting lineup. Here is a look at ten of the greatest baseball players Greater Flint has ever produced.
For one local girl, life has taken an entirely different direction than what she planned. Born and raised in Flint, Kiara Tyler attended Notre Dame College in Cleveland, OH with a major in political science and minor in criminal justice. After getting her diploma in 2014, she came home to Flint and pursued fashion design, instead. And boy, has that decision payed off for this young entrepreneur! Starting out small, selling her apparel line out of her apartment and the trunk of her car, Tyler is now owner of Kalm Clothing – a very popular, modern, unisex streetwear brand that was showcased in New York City at New York Fashion Week in February. This is her story.
The Flint Youth Film Festival (FYFF) introduces the art of filmmaking to aspiring filmmakers ages 13-25. “It’s a way of getting young people interested in filmmaking,” says Justin Brown, Festival Director. The program provides opportunities for artists to share their work with the public, professional filmmakers and screenwriters.
St. Patrick’s Day is coming up and probably the most popular dish on the dinner table that day is Corned Beef and Cabbage. Here is a recipe from Taste of Home that is simply delicious.
In accordance with the Governor’s recommendations, The Whiting and the Capitol Theatre are suspending all events and performances convening 100 people or more for the next 30 days, through April 11.
Sloan Museum and Longway Planetarium are currently open to the public, and will continue to closely monitor the latest developments regarding the COVID-19 Novel Coronavirus outbreak via the World Health Organization (WHO), the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), and the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS). According to a recently released news statement, they have developed a COVID-19 Response Plan that prioritizes the health and safety of both staff and visitors.
New Century Chorale has been selected for the 2020 Best of Grand Blanc Award in the Business Services category by the Grand Blanc Award Program. Each year, the Grand Blanc Award Program identifies companies that they believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and the community. These exceptional companies help make the Grand Blanc area a great place to live, work and play.
It’s that time of year again! Catholic Charities is gearing up for their St. Patrick’s Day Box Lunch Sale on Tuesday, March 17. This annual fundraiser is a Flint tradition, offering a box lunch featuring a sandwich, stacked high with corned beef and Swiss on rye, chips, coleslaw, a pickle and treat – all for only $8. Drive-thru pick up is between 10am-1pm, in front of Catholic Charities main office at 901 Chippewa St., Flint. Free delivery in Genesee County is offered for orders of 15 or more. Lunches can be ordered now, by fax 810.3912514, by phone 810.232.9950 ext.708, or online at www.catholiccharitiesflint.org/boxlunch.
On Friday, March 13, “Remember the Titans” will play at the historic Capitol Theatre at 7pm. Tickets are $10 per adult and $3 for children age 12 and under. For Genesee County Residents tickets are $5 per adult and only $1.50 for children age 12 and under. Tickets may be purchased at The Whiting box office, at the Flint Farmers’ Market and at capitoltheatreflint.com.
On Tuesday, March 10 Mott Community College is asking voters to approve continued bond funding for the college. A continuation of bond funding would allow MCC to pay for building renovations, capital improvements, and critical infrastructure projects.
