Izzi Joseph
A New Tradition: The Vehicle City Gridiron Classic
Located along University Avenue, between Begole and Prospect streets, Atwood Stadium is an iconic piece of Flint’s history. The 11,000-seat venue has hosted everything from political rallies and musical concerts to athletic tournaments and various events steeped in tradition. Since reopening in 2015, the renovated Atwood Stadium has hosted nearly 40,000 visitors for collegiate, intramural, […]
Read More5 Flint Must-Sees for Locals and Visitors Alike
Flint and Genesee County are home to countless restaurants and attractions – but how many have you visited? “I’ve lived in Swartz Creek for 90 percent of my life, and there are still so many places I haven’t been to in Genesee County,” said Dréa Jewell, who visited Applewood for the first time during Be […]
Read MoreJob Fair to Connect Job Seekers to Employers, Community Resources
(FLINT, Mich. – Aug. 11, 2017) More than 20 employers looking to fill entry-level positions will meet with job seekers during the Flint & Genesee Job & Resource Fair, to be held Wednesday, Aug. 23, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Baker College of Flint. “This is a great opportunity for local job seekers […]
Read MoreFlint & Genesee Chamber Announces Leadership Realignment
(FLINT – Aug. 9, 2017) Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce CEO Tim Herman today announced a leadership restructuring that will strengthen the Chamber’s ability to serve its customers, achieve its strategic plan and increase organizational effectiveness. “Today’s announcement is about positioning the Chamber for long-term growth,” said Herman. “The leadership realignment ensures that we […]
Read MoreFlint kids to benefit from $3 million grant for afterschool programs
As afterschool programs face threat of federal funding cuts, Mott Foundation renews support for YouthQuest program at 15 local sites (FLINT, Mich., Aug. 3, 2017) — As families around the country face the potential loss of local afterschool programs, children in Flint will have continued access to afterschool and summer learning opportunities over the coming […]
Read MoreFlint & Genesee Chamber Welcomes New Members in July
(FLINT, Mich., Aug. 2, 2017) –The Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce today announced continued growth in its membership, with 10 area businesses joining the organization in July. These new members represent a wide range of industries, and are actively contributing to the success and economic activity of this region. “We’re pleased to welcome our […]
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