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FACES of Flint & Genesee: Charles Kuta, Ashlor Staffing
After graduating with a business degree from Baker College, Charles Kuta struggled to find work. This led him to work for a close friend’s mother at Summerfield Personnel Staffing Company. “She said, ‘Come work for me while you’re looking for a job,’” says Kuta. “She trained me, and I learned the business. After she passed away, her daughters and I… Read More 

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(FLINT, Mich. – Oct. 5, 2018)  “Congratulations on a great acquisition by the Mass Transportation Authority, one that’s certain to pay dividends for the public transportation agency and the community at-large. It’s the latest example of the kind of forward-thinking and community-focused leadership by Director Ed Benning that has made the MTA a trailblazer in the delivery public transit services.”… Read More 

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The deadline for entries in the I-69 Thumb Region’s 2018 Catapult Small Business Competition has been extended to Dec. 31 in Genesee County. This contest of ideas aims to help “catapult” entrepreneurs and small-business owners to the next stage in growing their businesses. Each of the region’s member counties – Genesee, Huron, Lapeer, Sanilac, Shiawassee, St. Clair and Tuscola –… Read More 

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Experience the Nightlife in Flint
In Flint, there is a vibrant and emerging nightlife that keeps residents and visitors entertained. From concerts and performances to bars and restaurants, there are plenty of places to spend a night out. Here are some that you may want to check out: The Machine Shop Bringing live music to Flint since 2002, the Machine Shop has brought in acts… Read More 

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Charles Evans, president and chief executive officer of the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, will be the featured speaker at the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce’s Oct. 10 luncheon at the Holiday Inn Flint-Grand Blanc Area, 5353 Gateway Centre Dr. [caption id="attachment_38253" align="alignright" width="175"] Charles Evans, president & CEO, Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago[/caption] Evans will discuss the outlook… Read More