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Local coalition seeks to improve childcare options – here’s how you can help
Did you know that, of the licensed childcare programs in this state, there are only enough to serve about 25 percent of Michigan children ages 12 and under? That’s why a coalition of community leaders are working to increase the availability of high-quality childcare options in our region. But they need your input to do […]
Read More3 things to know about Plastic Omnium’s investment in Flint & Genesee
Plans are underway to establish what is projected to be the country’s largest hydrogen storage manufacturing plant in Grand Blanc Township. Here’s what you need to know about the Plastic Omnium New Energies’ project, which was recently awarded a $5 million Michigan Business Development Program performance-based grant from the Michigan Strategic Fund. The automotive supplier […]
Read MoreBuyer slots open in popular ‘Meet the Buyer’ event
Calling all purchasing professionals: “Meet the Buyer” is back for its first in-person event since 2019, and there are still seats available for interested buyers. The event – slated to take place Aug. 22 at the Bavarian Inn & Conference Center in Frankenmuth – will be hosted by East Michigan APEX Accelerator in partnership with […]
Read MoreDowntown Flint sees multiple openings, ribbon cuttings amidst road updates
As Saginaw Street’s brick replacement continues, lane closures aren’t preventing new business openings from happening. Just this week, the Flint & Genesee Chamber has helped support two ribbon cuttings, with plans for a third on Friday. “We’ve been encouraged by the recent spike in renovations and business openings,” said Andrew Younger, executive director of the […]
Read MoreBusiness News – July 19, 2023
The B-Dogs Specialty Hot Dogs Cart now has a brick-and-mortar location in Davison. B-Dogs Specialty Hot Dogs is based at 715 N. State Road. Mark L. Miller has been appointed the interim president and CEO of the Community Foundation of Greater Flint. Miller will assume full responsibility for operational activities July 28 following a transitional […]
Read MoreBusiness News – June 28, 2023
Angela D. Hood, executive director of The Flint & Genesee Literacy Network, has stepped down from that position to become the executive director of Educare Flint & Flint Early Childhood Collaborative for the Flint Center for Educational Excellence. The Community Foundation of Greater Flint has named Lottie Ferguson as their vice president of development and […]
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