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As hundreds of people make plans to converge on downtown Flint this summer, we’re lining up the volunteers to greet them during the Flint & Genesee Convention & Visitors Bureau’s annual “Be a Tourist in Your Home Town” event. The one-day event on Saturday, July 18, will offer residents and nonresidents the opportunity to experience Flint & Genesee from a… Read More 

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To become a member, contact Heather Kale at  or (810) 600-1427 or DeAndra McCain at  or (810) 600-1408. (more…) Read More 

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Check out these articles that may prove helpful as you run your business, provide leadership tips and strategies or spur creativity in your organization. The articles were selected from a variety of publications and websites such as Fortune, Inc., Fast Company, New York Times and Wall Street Journal. We hope you find these links informative. Let us know what you… Read More 

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Chancellor Susan E. Borrego, in her official investiture ceremony April 17, called for bold action in further building University of Michigan-Flint community connections and student achievement. Borrego, who began as chancellor last August, said she believes UM-Flint is “on the cusp of another huge shift in the life of the university.” (more…) Read More 

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Throughout her upbringing, education and professional career, the one underlying theme in Essence Wilson ‘05's life is unwavering support and belief in Flint’s revitalization. “I always had a passion for Flint and see a great deal of potential and opportunity here,” Wilson said. “I see my peers seeking opportunities elsewhere because there’s a mindset that the ‘grass is greener’ elsewhere.… Read More 

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By Stephanie Irwin - Innovative Health Magazine (An excerpt) I often had noticed the Landaal Packaging Systems office when eating in Blackstone’s Pub in Flint. But, aside from the attractive building façade, I had never given much thought to who they are or what they do. Package what? But as the industry — many industries, in fact – know, the Landaal… Read More