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Average driver in Flint loses $2000+/year driving on Michigan roads, says new report
FLINT, Mich. - A new report released on Tuesday shows data that Michigan's deteriorated roads are costing drivers cold, hard cash. According to the report released by TRIP, the average driver in the Flint area loses $2,150 annually as a result of driving on roads that are dilapidated and congested.
Michigan gives Dow $120 million for upgrading facilities
Dow is one of Michigan’s oldest companies, having been around since 1897. It's also among the largest. Now, the state’s Michigan Strategic Fund (MSF) is giving Dow $120 million in an effort to keep jobs with the company in the state. The Michigan Economic Development Corporation announced that...
Boyne City businessman's $630,000 offer for Bay City State Theatre accepted
BAY CITY, Mich. (WJRT) - The Bay Event Center. That could be the new name of the Bay City State Theatre, as court papers indicate a winning bid has been accepted. The building and its contents were put up for sale last month as bankruptcy proceedings continue. The court papers...
Gov. Whitmer visits Flint to sign 2025 Education Budget, State Rep says cuts are reckless
GENESEE COUNTY, Mich. - Governor Gretchen Whitmer spent Tuesday afternoon in mid-Michigan to sign the state's balanced education budget for Fiscal Year 2025. Local leaders and educators joined the Governor for the occasion in Flint at the Educare Flint location on Gladwyn St. “This balanced education budget—my sixth—makes record-breaking investments...
Gov. Whitmer signs 2025 fiscal year budget in Flint
The governor signed the $23 billion education budget for fiscal year 2025 that continues investments in education, from preschool to postsecondary. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer officially signed the education budget Tuesday afternoon in Flint at the education center, Educare.
Swan Valley baseball coach let go after TVC, district championships
Craig Leddy, who coached Swan Valley baseball during one of its strongest stretches in Vikings’ history, learned Thursday that he is out of a job. The Swan Valley Board of Education voted not to rehire Leddy after the Swan Valley coach led the Vikings to Tri-Valley Conference and district titles in 2024.
Whitmer signs 2025 education budget
FLINT, Mich. (WNEM) – Gov. Gretchen Whitmer put her signature on the state’s $23 billion education budget. She said it will save families money while promoting a path toward higher education, but Republicans said the budget falls short in a key area. Leaders in Flint on Tuesday, July...
Flint Jazz Festival moves to Clio Amphitheatre
CLIO, MI -- The Flint Jazz Festival will continue its longstanding tradition this weekend, but at a new location. For the 42nd annual event hosted by the Greater Flint Arts Council, the festival is moving to Clio Ampitheatre from July 26-28. If you purchase a product or register for an...
State approves Dow project to improve, expand operations
MIDLAND, Mich. (WNEM) - Dow Chemical has been approved to move forward with a project that will support manufacturing and research and development (R&D) in Michigan. The Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) and Gov. Gretchen Whitmer made the announcement on Tuesday, July 23. “Today’s investment in Michigan will protect 5,000...
Annual gala for The New McCree Theatre in Flint aims to raise $60,000 this August
FLINT, Mich. - The New McCree Theatre in Flint is holding its annual fundraiser gala to end the summer, and here's how you can help!. The event, A Summer Soirée: Act III (An Evening of Elegance), is set to be held at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, August 31, 2024.
Who will be Bay City’s next 6th ward commissioner? These 3 candidates are in the running
BAY CITY, MI – Three people are in the running to replace Chris Girard as the city’s 6th Ward Commissioner. Girard, a candidate to be the city’s mayor, will be replaced on the commission even if he does not win the mayoral race in the November general election because he is term limited.
McLaren Flint recognized nationally for stroke care
FLINT, Mich. (WNEM) – McLaren Flint earned national recognition for its proficiency in stroke care. The hospital earned the Get With The Guidelines Stroke Gold Plus distinction from the American Heart Association (AHA) and the American Stroke Association (ASA). In addition, McLaren Flint also received the following recognition:. Target:...
Outside Chance of a Shower or T-Shower
There is still an outside chance of a shower or isolated thundershower today (Wed.). The best bet for a shower would be southeast of a line from Benton Harbor to Flint in the morning. Rainfall amounts were a little variable Tuesday. I had only 0.05″ at my house and that’s...
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