The bricks of Saginaw Street, the iconic buildings, the land and people of Flint have been part of a deep and impactful history. It’s a history that has helped to shape not just the life of its citizens, but also the course of the nation and beyond. My City Magazine presents the six biggest ways
The morel mushroom season may be over in mid-Michigan, according to Patrick Scanlon, Urban Agriculture Coordinator for the Genesee Conservation District, but “fungi lovers” can hunt for plenty of other varieties. “I have a profound respect for fungi,” says the Flushing native, who studied the subject during his last semester at University of Michigan-Flint where
In the battle against COVID-19, disinfection of common contact areas is paramount. When it comes to decreasing hospital-acquired infections, Hurley Medical Center has recently “upped their game” through the use of three new Xenex LightStrike™ Germ-Zapping™ Robots. The futuristic machine is leading the way in medical technology. So, what is LightStrike? How does it work? And,
“This community showed up to support Hurley in ways beyond innovative and kind with unique donations daily. One donor did an iPad drive for use of telemedicine and communication with loved ones. 3D printed face shields, mask extenders and gowns were received from large organizations down to high school students. I received calls from Flint
The mission of the Junior League of Flint (JLF) is to promote volunteerism, develop women’s potential and improve the community through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. “We focus on anything to help women and children in Genesee County,” explains Jillian Norwood, Outgoing President. The longtime international organization has been in Flint since
“These past several months have been unprecedented in terms of healthcare and our country at large; yet, the associates and physicians at Ascension Genesys Hospital have stepped up and answered the bell. Thank you to the frontline staff who were there for our patients in need; our physicians who collaborated across multiple specialties and who
“As a healthcare leader, McLaren Flint’s primary focus is to provide high quality healthcare services to patients throughout the communities we serve. Thanks to the commitment of our entire workforce, notably our frontline healthcare workers, along with our medical staff, community partners and vendors, we were able to keep that focus front and center as
Fourth of July celebrations in Genesee County are a little different this year. Many cities and towns have canceled their annual Independence Day events, including the city of Fenton. The annual Fenton Freedom Festival has attracted thousands of visitors over the years. The festival is a four-day event that includes a firework display at Silver
Sloan Museum and Longway Planetarium will reopen to the public on July 8. They are working hard to assure visitors that they will have a safe and fun experience. However, it will feel different from your past visits. We appreciate your support as we adapt with science-driven practices that will help keep our community safe.
Genesee County Habitat for Humanity (GCHFH) has received a grant of $5,000 from the Community Foundation of Greater Flint to support restart operations. The grant is from the Greater Flint Urgent Relief Fund and will be used to purchase signage, thermometers, gloves, cleaning supplies and masks necessary to continue operations safely through the COVID19 pandemic.
Rain or Shine, the third Annual Flying Pancake Fundraiser, brought to you by the Kiwanis Club of Lapeer and Chris Cakes, will go on as scheduled on Saturday, June 27 from 9am-12pm. The fundraiser will take place in Historic Lapeer, 410 W. Nepessing St., #106. To-go boxes will be available this year. Chris Cakes is
The Flint River Flotilla returns in a modified format for its 6th year between Aug. 1 – Aug. 16. The Corridor Alliance Chapter of the Flint River Watershed Coalition, in cooperation with Tenacity Brewing, is hosting a “virtual” float this year to ensure safety for participants and to prevent the spread of COVID-19. The 2020
