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Michigan tourism leaders gather in Flint to celebrate 2018 National Travel and Tourism Week
Community, government leaders gather to endorse economic benefits of tourism to state Michigan tourism officials and members of the Tourism Industry Coalition of Michigan (TICOM) joined together today to demonstrate the economic impact of travel to the state of Michigan. The event was held at the Capitol Theatre in Flint. The event was part of the 35th annual National Travel… Read More 

Longway Planetarium, Sloan*Longway, Flint Cultural Center, Flint Michigan
Information and dates are subject to change without notice. Please call ahead to confirm. Events Attractions Art & Culture Entertainment Shopping Dining with Evening Entertainment Nightlife Download PDF Events Tuesday, May 8: “Avian Adventures with a Bird Nerd: Warbler Walk” at E.A. Cummings Event Center, 6130 E. Mt. Morris Road, Mt. Morris * (800) 648-PARK * geneseecountyparks.org (Event runs 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.)… Read More 

501 Bar & Grill, Flint, Michigan
For the third year in a row, foodies will make their way to Flint for Flint Restaurant Week! Twenty restaurants will showcase the flavors of Flint by offering a special, limited-time menu May 15 – 19. Those who want to participate in the fun can pick up a passport at any of the participating restaurants. Then earn a stamp by… Read More 

The future of mobility runs through Flint & Genesee
(Photo credit: Kettering University) Flint & Genesee represents the heritage and the future of the automotive industry. The assets are all here, said Tyler Rossmaessler, director of economic development at the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce. The challenge and opportunity, Rossmaessler said, is to leverage those strengths to grow the regional economy by luring investment in connection with emerging… Read More 

Whether it’s related to performance or behavior, feedback is an important element of an individual’s professional and personal development. But it’s not always easy to give – or to receive. [caption id="attachment_35756" align="alignright" width="175"] Training Facilitator Bernadette Johnson[/caption] With this in mind, the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce is teaming up with Bernadette Johnson to offer a workshop about… Read More 

[caption id="attachment_35785" align="alignright" width="150"] Rick Freeman[/caption] ROWE Professional Services Co. named Rick A. Freeman, PE, the new director of engineering following 18 years serving as the deputy director of engineering. As director of engineering, Freeman leads the nearly 90-member engineering staff in the company’s eight offices. Freeman joined ROWE in 1998 with 12 years’ experience, became an associate (company shareholder)… Read More