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Two Michigan Cities Have the Lowest Quality of Life in the U.S.
It's always pretty cool to see your city or state at the top of a list that praises where you live. It's not so cool when that list refers to your city as being the worst place to live. The last thing you want to hear is that your city...
Demolition derby, rodeos and more. Everything you need to know about Fowlerville Fair
FOWLERVILLE — Fowlerville is preparing for six days of summer fun. Sean Oberg serves on the Fowlerville Agricultural Society Board of Directors, which governs the fair. Oberg said the planning for this year’s fair began last summer after the 2023 event. “We do this for the residents of...
City of Howell "United" in Condemning Hateful Demonstration
The following is a joint statement from the city, chamber and diversity council regarding Saturday's demonstration in Howell:. This afternoon a group of about a dozen demonstrators chanting "Heil Hitler" with their faces covered and carrying white supremacist signs gathered on the Livingston County Courthouse lawn. They proceeded to march down Grand River Ave to continue their demonstration on the lawn of the Howell Carnegie District Library. A library board member confronted them and told them that they did not have permission to be there and needed to leave. They then dispersed and proceeded to their cars, all the while being monitored by City of Howell police. Howell Police were able to make contact with several of the demonstrators confirming that all those contacted came from outside of our community, as far away as Saginaw and Macomb Counties. Although we recognize their right to free speech, these demonstrators do not reflect the values of the Howell community. The incident was terminated within a half-hour of when it began. The City of Howell, the Livingston Diversity Council and the Howell Area Chamber of Commerce stand united in condemning this group's racist ideology. We are very proud to be a welcoming and inclusive community, and this is likely why we were targeted by this outside group. We would also like to acknowledge all our residents who quickly reacted to this event and made it clear that we do not share their views.
Former Cinema 10 theater in Flint Township to get demolished
FLINT TWP, MI - A former movie theater in Flint Township is getting demolished. Cinema 10, located on the southwest corner of Lennon and Dutcher roads behind Genesee Valley Center, will get demolished months after a devastating fire caused severe damage. If you purchase a product or register for an...
Global technology outage hits Flint, Genesee County area
Genesee County, MI — Genesee County 9-1-1 experienced a technology outage overnight. The issue greeted morning staff as they started their day. Like systems across the globe, Genesee County 9-1-1 was hit by a technology outage due to an issue with CrowdStrike, a cybersecurity firm. The widespread outage knocked...
Friday, July 19, 2024: 5 things you need to know
MID-MICHIGAN (WNEM) - Happy Friday morning, mid-Michigan, we are so excited it’s almost the weekend! If you’re getting ready for the day ahead, check these five stories to know. 1. The rebuild of the brick portion of Saginaw Street in Flint is coming to an end. After setting...
$55 Million in Child Tax Credit Payments: Flint, Michigan Offers Up to $7,500 for Expectant Mothers
In July 2024, Flint, Michigan will provide up to $7,500 in Child Tax Credits to pregnant women and new families, with easy enrollment through the Rx Kids program to help with the costs of raising a child. Flint, MI Offering Up to $7,500 in Child Tax Credits to Support New Families According to the report […]
Detour coming for all westbound Cook Road traffic starting next week
GRAND BLANC TWP., MI -- The county plans to begin work on Cook Road on Monday, July 22, and plans to detour all westbound traffic from the construction zone until the project is completed at the end of September. The county Road Commission announced the start of the rehabilitation project...
Breweries to boutiques: 10 new Livingston County eateries, shops that opened this year
LIVINGSTON COUNTY — Owners of new local businesses took leaps and opened shops and restaurants in Livingston County communities this year. From a new brewery to sweet shops, boutiques and a sports bar and restaurant, there are plenty of new places to check out. Here's a list of ten...
Flint's North Side celebrates with music festival
FLINT, Mich. (WJRT)- The North End Music Festival at Max Brandon Park on Saturday in Flint. There were lots of different events and activities for the whole family to enjoy while listening to live music from more than five different performers. "It's a beautiful thing for me because I'm from...
Physicians Park playground in Grand Blanc now ADA accessible
Grand Blanc, MICH -- Leaders in the City of Grand Blanc say a playground in the heart of the city, always a favorite spot, is now ADA accessible. July is Disability Pride Month, and this week, children and their families started enjoying the improved play area at Physicians Park. The...
Flint Jazz Festival moving to Clio
CLIO, Mich. (WNEM) - The 42nd annual Flint Jazz Festival returns July 26 to 28, but this year it’ll be in Clio. Due to construction along the Flint Riverfront for the city’s first state park, the festival is moving to the Clio Amphitheatre. Greg Fiedler, president of the...
Porch Fest brings Flint community together in Carriage Town
FLINT, MI - Hundreds of Flint residents and visitors gathered in Carriage Town again to enjoy the local truck vendors, artists and music. For Porch Fest on Friday, July 19, the air was filled with sounds of joy and smells of local food, creating an atmosphere of excitement as the Flint community celebrated what locals had to offer.
Home Clean Heroes Opens First Michigan Franchise in Commerce Township
Home Clean Heroes, a Virginia-based household cleaning franchise, has opened its first Michigan location in Commerce Township — Home Clean Heroes of Oakland County. Known for its mission to support […] The post Home Clean Heroes Opens First Michigan Franchise in Commerce Township appeared first on DBusiness Magazine.
Officials decry Saturday’s demonstrators in Howell
Saying that they are “very proud to be a welcoming and inclusive community,” the City of Howell, the Livingston Diversity Council, and the Howell Area Chamber of Commerce condemned the demonstrations that took place in the community on Saturday. Two small groups of demonstrators — one in Genoa...
Flint's main downtown street is about to fully reopen after more than a year
After more than a year, downtown Flint is about to get its main street fully back this week. For years, driving down Saginaw Street in downtown Flint was often a bone-rattling, sometimes jarring experience. The roadway composed of thousands of bricks had warped and splintered since the bricks were last...
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