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Hundreds of Teens Beautify Flint for Large-Scale Volunteer Service Day
(FLINT, Mich., July 26, 2017) – More than 300 local teens clocked in a total of 1,050 volunteer hours today as they led beautification projects throughout Flint. The young people, ages 14-19, are part of Summer Youth Initiative (SYI) – a program that helps coordinate the summer employment of Genesee County teens. SYI is open to students who have completed… Read More 

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Applewood Estate, 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 Monday-Friday, July 24-28: “Tunes at Noon” at Downtown Flint’s Willson Park, 303 E. First Street, Flint (across the street from the Flint Farmers’ Market) * geneseefun.com (Live music runs daily 11:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m.) Enjoy lunch while… Read More 

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Called a “natural choice” to assume the top post at the state’s chief economic development organization, Jeff Mason was approved July 11 by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation executive committee as the organization’s new CEO. He assumed the position immediately upon approval. “Jeff has a breadth of experience and knowledge about the driving forces and innovation reshaping Michigan’s economy,” said… Read More 

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The Brownell-Holmes Neighborhood Association has teamed up with Leadership NOW’s 2016 cohort to collect school supplies, as part of a partnership to build community and support local students. “Our neighborhood association provides enough supplies for at least 100 students at Brownell and Holmes STEM Academies each fall,” said Jeanette Edwards, President of the Brownell-Holmes Neighborhood Association. “We’re hoping to grow… Read More 

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On July 26, nearly 500 local teens will help spruce up several Flint neighborhoods as part of the annual Summer Youth Initiative (SYI) Volunteer Service Day. And – for the second year in a row – the summer employment program is inviting the business community to join the teens in their beautification efforts. “Last year, several businesses and organizations assisted in… Read More 

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Employers seeking to fill full- and part-time entry-level positions are invited to register for the Flint & Genesee Job & Resource Fair on Aug. 23. Nearly 200 job seekers are expected to the attend the event, which will be open to the public and held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Baker College. Participating businesses will be provided with private rooms,… Read More