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Linden Road resurfacing project set to begin in Genesee County
VIENNA TWP., MICHIGAN - The Genesee County Road Commission will be resurfacing Linden Road just south of M-57 beginning on Thursday, July 18. The project is expected to be completed in two weeks, weather permitting. Traffic will be maintained with flaggers and lane shifts. To visit the businesses on the...
Historic Michigan Restaurant Ranked Among ‘Most Famous’ in the Entire Country
What's a restaurant in Michigan you'd call "iconic" and "can't miss"? Check out this eatery that's been named the most famous in the state!. Most Famous Restaurants in the The U.S. Lovefood.com went on a search for the "must try" restaurants in each state where people from al lover the...
Jelly Roll May be Returning To Genesee County Jail To Open New Music Studio
Update 7/16/24 12:02 PM: We can no longer confirm that Jelly Roll will be in Flint, Michgian for the grand opening of the new music studio inside the Genesee County Jail. Music superstar Jelly Roll will soon return to Flint, Michigan for the opening of a new music studio inside the Genesee County Jail.
More funds added to Flint water crisis settlement
Flint, MI — Additional funds have been added to a new class settlement with Veolia North America (VNA) over the Flint Water crisis, according to the City of Flint’s official water settlement website. VNA is the last private engineering firm held responsible for its role in Flint’s water...
Attorneys answer questions about Flint Water Crisis settlement
FLINT, Mich. (WNEM) - Attorneys answered questions about the class action settlement stemming from the Flint Water Crisis on Wednesday, July 17. “Our primary goal is to address the concerns, make sure everyone understands the purpose of the notices,” said Trachelle Young with the Flint Water Justice Team Class Counsel.
All Aboard! Thomas The Tank Engine Steams Into Genesee County
Get ready to watch your child's imagination go wild. Thomas the Tank Engine is pulling into the station for a larger-than-life experience in Genesee County. Crossroads Village & Huckleberry Railroad will once again welcome Thomas the Tank Engine™, a full-sized operating steam locomotive, into the station for a magical experience the whole family will enjoy.
Ele's Place unveils newly renovated facility to support Genesee County children and teens
GENESEE COUNTY, Mich.—Since Ele's Place was founded in 1991, they have supported over 33,000 Michigan children, teens young adults and families. Ele's Place hosted an open house at its location in the 1100 block of Robert T. Longway Blvd. in Flint. The family-friendly event unveiled a newly remodeled healing...
Longtime Genesee County prosecutor to face former challenger on August ballot
FLINT, MI – Longtime Genesee County Prosecutor David Leyton will be challenged by Flint attorney Trachelle Young in the August 2024 primary election. Leyton, a Democrat, is currently finishing his fifth four-year term as Genesee County prosecutor. He was first elected in 2004 and has served for the past...
Restoring Flint one neighborhood at a time with the Neighborhood Engagement Hub
FLINT, Michigan — What good is a hammer if no one knows it's there? Tom Wyatt knows this sentiment all too well as the Executive Director of the Neighborhood Engagement Hub (NEH). Located at 3216 Martin Luther King Ave, the NEH began in 2014 with three core values: to build local wealth, complete neighborhoods, and strengthen individuals and groups.
We Are Flint: Adult living with disabilities thrives despite tragic loss
FLINT, MI – Embodying the essence of positivity, Amanda Carter puts her heart into everything she does. Not as easy task for someone with as jam packed a schedule as she has. Softball with the Michigan Special Olympics team to bowling, bingo, cycling, and fitness days are some of...
$7,500 in Relief: Michigan’s Flint Child Tax Credit Initiative Boosts Economic Growth and Family Well-being
Michigan’s new Child Tax Credit program offers up to $7,500 in financial support for pregnant women and new families in Flint to help with the costs of raising a child and boost the local economy. Michigan’s New Child Tax Credit: $1,500 Pregnancy Payment and $500 Monthly Support Explained According to Marca, Michigan is introducing a […]
City of Flint burn policy amendment would allow fire pits
The policy would allow fire pits if they can be placed 15 feet away from all structures and property boundaries. Amendment to Flint's fire policy would allow fire pits if approved. Policy sponsor Judy Priestley believes it will allow the Fire Department to put more effort towards stopping people burning...
Downtown Flint business owners off Saginaw Street relieved construction nearing completion
FLINT, Mich. (WJRT)- The City of Flint is a few steps closer to completion of the of the final phase of the Saginaw Street brick restoration project. According to the Flint Fix the Bricks website the work is at 94 percent completion. Area business owners along Saginaw Street have had...
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