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Connecting YouthQuest and Home: CSI, YQ Style
It’s time for YouthQuest students to dust off their magnifying glasses and get to work. In December, students will be hone their detective skills through several Crime Scene Investigation-themed activities. “This is a fun way to teach students about critical thinking,” said LaKeitha Givens, YouthQuest Program Director. “We’re shining a light on problem solving, observation and more.” Over the next… Read More 

YouthQuest to Launch at Bentley Community Schools
Students in the Bentley Community Schools district will soon be able to take part in YouthQuest. Beginning Jan. 8, the afterschool program will be available to students who attend Bentley Middle School and Barhitte Elementary. “We’re excited to expand YouthQuest to Burton,” says LaKeitha Givens, YouthQuest Program Director. “This is a first for us, and we look forward to welcoming… Read More 

Volunteerism: A Key Component for TeenQuest
Volunteerism is an important part of TeenQuest’s pre-employment training. And for good reason. “We learn about the value of sharing our skills and talents in ways that bring out the best in ourselves and others,” says Rhetta Hunyady, Vice President of Education & Training at the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce. Students in the TeenQuest program have experienced these… Read More 

5 Festive Events to Get You into the Holiday Mood
With Thanksgiving kicking off the holiday season, most people are looking for ways to get into the holiday spirit. Make yourself a little merrier this season by attending these holiday events in Flint & Genesee. Holiday Happenings – December 1, 2017 Linden’s annual Holiday Happens is sure to put you in the holiday spirit. Activities for the night include a… Read More 

This year, the average consumer is expected to spend roughly $1,226 during the holiday shopping season, according to a new report from Deloitte. That number nearly doubles to $2,226 among households earning $100,000 or more. Interestingly, non-gift spending is expected to account for almost two-thirds of the average holiday budget this year, with consumers planning to spend more on experiences,… Read More 

The Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce and the Convention and Visitors Bureau on Nov. 9 honored local businesses and hospitality providers for their contributions to the well-being and success of the region in 2017. Nineteen awards were presented at the sold-out gala held at the Flint Institute of Arts. The recipients on hand to accept the awards were: [gallery size="large"… Read More