Savannah Turbett
YouthQuest Highlights: March 2019
YouthQuest Buddies Each YouthQuest site invited Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce staff that work in other departments to attend their afterschool program. Employees were able to meet YouthQuest students and better learn how the program helps students excel, excite and explore every day. Working Together At Neithercut Elementary, two of the clubs are working […]
Read MoreOn the Job: Lamira Ray
Lamira Ray has had a clear plan for her future since she was in 9th grade at Flint Southwestern Academy. “I learned about Smart Goals in TeenQuest and my senior management class in school,” says Ray. “My class focused on life goals, but TeenQuest focused on career goals. That has helped me think clearly about […]
Read MoreFACES of Flint & Genesee: Jackie Berg, TheHUB Flint
Four years ago, Jackie Berg saw a great market opportunity in Flint. At the time, she says, there was a lack of reporting on positive stories about the community. That prompted Berg, also the publisher of TheHUB Detroit, to expand coverage to Flint with a new publication – TheHUB Flint. “I think Flint is the […]
Read MoreFACES of Flint & Genesee: Erica Soriano, Soriano’s Mexican Kitchen
Erica Soriano started helping at her parents’ restaurant in Grand Rapids when she was seven years old. After elementary school she would go straight to the restaurant – something she continued until her parents had to close their businesses. “I had to look for my own job,” says Soriano. “I started at an insurance place […]
Read MoreCelebrate St. Patrick’s Day Your Way in Flint & Genesee
St. Patrick’s Day is this Sunday and there are plenty of ways to celebrate the day in Flint & Genesee. From concerts to a 1/2K Draft Dash, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Here are some of the ways you can celebrate the holiday: Race to the kegs Kick off your St. Patrick’s Day […]
Read MoreThree Fun Kayaking Themed Events to Attend this Weekend
With the weather beginning to break, kayakers are dreaming of getting back onto the water. Along with the news of a Paddlers’ Landing being built at Mott Park Recreation Area, the excitement of the Flint River is spreading quickly. This weekend, three events will be hosted to support crowdfunding efforts of the Corridor Alliance Chapter […]
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