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Faces of Flint & Genesee: Kevin Begola, Owner, Bridge Street Exchange
It started with an idea and a $10,000 credit card. When Kevin Begola quit his job in the insurance industry a few years ago, he dove head-first into the world of men’s wedding rings. It stemmed from his own experience: when Begola got married, he noticed that the focus was on the bride and her […]
Read MoreWhere to Find Freshly Made Paczki in Flint and Genesee
It’s Fat Tuesday! And based on a nonscientific survey of local bakeries, it looks like the people of Flint and Genesee County will be celebrating today with paczki of all flavors — especially the cream-filled variety. Whether you’re craving the traditional prune filling or the less expected rosehip jelly, there’s something for everyone in Genesee County today. […]
Read More3 Offbeat Breakfast Dishes to Try this Weekend
What better way to kick off a lazy Sunday morning than with a delicious, warm breakfast that causes passersby to stop and say, “Ohhh, what’s that?” For those of you looking for something that goes beyond your standard scrambled eggs and toast, here are a few of Genesee County’s less traditional options. If you normally get […]
Read MoreOperation HOPE, Huntington Bank Bring Financial Entrepreneurship Training to YouthQuest
Flint-Area Students to Benefit from National Youth Entrepreneurship Initiative (FLINT, Mich.– Feb. 21, 2017) There may soon be an increase in the number of young entrepreneurs who call Flint home, thanks to a partnership between Operation HOPE, Huntington Bank and the YouthQuest Afterschool Initiative. Starting today, the organizations will begin piloting Banking On Our Future […]
Read More3 Warm-Weather Activities to Enjoy this Winter
Missing your favorite warm-weather activities? Although we still have two more months of winter left, you can still enjoy bike riding, stargazing and go karting before spring hits! Just check out these winter-friendly options in Flint and Genesee. FATBIKING Is your mountain bike in hibernation for the winter? Consider getting a fatbike, an off-road bicycle named for its […]
Read MoreChamber to Launch INSPIRE Leadership Speaker Series Feb. 24
(FLINT, Mich. – Feb. 15, 2017) Community members are invited to hear from and engage with some of the region’s most influential leaders during INSPIRE Leadership, a new speaker series from the Flint & Genesee of Commerce. The series, which is sponsored by Diplomat, will feature seven thought-provoking talks over the course of the year. Each […]
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