This new series profiles the beginning and history of the towns and cities surrounding Flint in Genesee County. The profiles will be presented according to the earliest known settlement year. Major highlights will include founding, notable personage, major events, noted locations and business. The Early Pioneers During the 1820s, the United States was beginning to
It’s cold … it’s snowy… but that doesn’t mean it can’t be fun! This winter, take a short weekend vacation to relax by the fireside, hit the slopes, enjoy a frosty hike or tear it up on a snowmobile. Get away from all the distractions of work and embrace the cold like you did in
What’s your favorite breakfast? Is it a stack of piping-hot buttermilk pancakes, slathered in butter and maple syrup or are you a classic-breakfast type: bacon and eggs (over easy) with a side of hashbrowns and toast? No matter what you like to eat to start your morning, there are plenty of restaurants that serve great
The last eight months have been a whirlwind for Bishop International Airport’s new Director, Nino Sapone. He was hired last March as the deputy director of operations and maintenance, and four months later found himself the interim airport director. On October 22, he was officially named director of BIA. My City Magazine sat down with
FSO Classical Concert: Dvorak/Brahms The Whiting 1.11.2020 “Chicago” Flint Community Players 1.16.2020 Classic Albums Live “Fleetwood Mac Rumours” The Capitol Theatre 1.17.2020 The Shrine Circus Dort Federal Event Center 1.17-20.2020 Zehnder’s Snow Fest Frankenmuth 1.22-27.2020 The Harlem Globetrotters Dort Federal Event Center 1.23.2020 “Antigone” UM-Flint Theater 1.24-2.02.2020 “Toolology: Tribute to Tool” The Machine Shop 1.25.2020
Dear Readers, Happy New Year! As we start a new decade, it’s logical to think about our health and all the advancements in medicine that we’ll see in the years ahead. On the cover is a machine that delivers proton therapy to cancer patients – and it’s right here in Flint! Located on the campus
We are proud to profile these winners of our 2019 My City Wellness Awards. Nominations for outstanding health professionals of 2020 begin on August 1. Lauren Byrne Goldie, NP Occupation: Nurse Practitioner, Karlene Dermatology, Flint Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing – University of Michigan-Flint (1999); Master of Science in Nursing – Wayne State University
January Baby Safety & Prevention Class Ascension Genesys Hospital 1.6.20 Ididarun XC Night Run Linden Middle School 1.11.20 Diabetes Support Group Hurley Diabetes Center 1.14.20 Mindfulness & Chair Yoga Slidedell Senior Center 1.15.20 Dining with Diabetes Lapeer County Senior Center 1.16.20 Master Gardener Flint Genesee County Community Action Resource Building 1.25.20 February Winterlaufe – The
The American Dream of sending our children to college is just as strong now as it was when we were growing up. Teaching our kids to “dream big” and “reach for the stars” has been ingrained in our culture to a point where a college undergraduate degree is almost as prevalent as the high school
“I want to tell you what this place is like,” says Justin, a program participant. “It’s like when you have spent your whole life in darkness – your whole life – and suddenly, a light is turned on. At first, it’s blinding, but after that, you can finally see. You can see everything clearly. Everything
For many people, the thought of having surgery is terrifying. So, My City Wellness Publisher, Vince Lorraine has “scrubbed in” with talented local surgeons as they performed a variety of procedures – a peek behind the curtain, if you will. Our sincere thanks to Bharath Naravetla, MD, Ranjith Dodla, MD and the teams at The
Child safety extends to many different categories – car safety, safe sleep, household hazards – but one of the best ways to protect your children is through making sure they are up-to-date with all of their vaccinations. Though a hotbed topic, vaccines have statistically been proven to provide the best chance at preventing your child
