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Flint Economic Recovery Task Force Unveils Plan to Improve Access to Full-Service Grocery Stores in Flint Neighborhoods
(FLINT, Mich. ) The Flint Economic Recovery Task Force today presented a two-pronged approach for increasing residents’ access to full-service, inviting grocery stores in Flint neighborhoods. The plan calls for the development of two new grocery stores in areas that currently lack nearby access to healthy food options, and improving four existing full-service grocers in north Flint. “Now more than… Read More 

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Fireworks in the night sky
New Year’s Eve is just around the corner. For those of you looking for a fun way to kick off 2017 in Flint and Genesee, here are a few options: Run (or walk) in Bauman’s New Year’s Resolution Race, which kicks off at 2 p.m. Dec. 31 at the Downtown Flint YMCA. Proceeds support Crim Training Program Scholarships. Catch the midnight… Read More 

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Things to Do: December 12-18
Information and dates are subject to change without notice. Please call ahead to confirm. Events Attractions Art & Culture Theater Entertainment Shopping Dining with Evening Entertainment Nightlife Download PDF Holiday Happenings Monday-Sunday, December 12-18: Santa and Friends at Genesee Valley Center, 3341 S. Linden Road, Flint * (810) 732-4000 * geneseemall.com (Open during center hours) Visit with Santa and friends, in center court, and walk through… Read More 

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Christie Wong Barrett, CEO, Mac Arthur Corporation
Christie Wong Barrett didn’t plan to run a manufacturing company – but when she looks back at her career steps along the way, she isn’t surprised. Graduating from MIT with a chemical engineering degree, Hong Kong-born Wong Barrett presumed she’d always work in technical positions, like her first job at an engineering and construction company. But she soon discovered she… Read More 

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People enjoying coffee in the Flint and Genesee Chamber lobby
(FLINT, Mich., Dec. 5, 2016) –The Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce today announced continued growth in its membership, with 17 area businesses joining the organization in October and November. These new members represent a wide range of industries and are actively contributing to the success and economic activity of this region. “We’re pleased to welcome our new members to… Read More 

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2nd Friday Artwalk, Flint, Michigan
Information and dates are subject to change without notice. Please call ahead to confirm. Events Attractions Art & Culture Theater Entertainment Shopping Dining with Evening Entertainment Nightlife Download PDF Holiday Happenings Monday-Sunday, December 5-11: Santa and Friends at Genesee Valley Center, 3341 S. Linden Road, Flint * (810) 732-4000 * geneseemall.com (Open during center hours) Visit with Santa and friends, in center court, and walk through… Read More