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Genesee Co. Man Sentenced to Decades in Federal Prison for Child Sexual Exploitation
A Genesee County man was sentenced to decades in prison for the sexual exploitation of children. 42-year-old Nicholas Dunn, of Burton, was sentenced to 40 years in federal prison for sexually exploiting children. U.S. Attorney Dawn N. Ison announced Wednesday. “This defendant’s actions were heinous, and the sentence underscores our...
Tickets on sale for boxing match at Dort Financial Center in Genesee County
FLINT, Mich. - Undefeated Flint, Mich., native Ardreal “Bossman” Holmes Jr. (15-0, 6 KOs), will defend his USBA title on Thursday, September 12th. Bossman will step into the ring against Cuban veteran Hugo Noriega (10-2, 5 KOs). Salita Promitons says several regional prospects and national rising contenders will...
Child grief support resource shuts doors in Flint citing financial issues
FLINT, Mich. (WJRT) - One of the only nonprofits in Genesee County dedicated to helping children and teens work through grief has shut down in Flint. Ele's Place reopens children's grief counseling center in Flint. Now, according to the non-profit's President and CEO Jennifer Howard, the Flint branch stopped all...
Michigan Sheriff Chris Swanson compares response to Flint protests to Jan. 6 insurrection
Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson delivered a speech on Night 4 of the 2024 Democratic National Convention in Chicago. He compared his department's response to the 2020 protests in Flint to the Jan. 6 insurrection.
Genesee County commissioner defends process that made him leader of Berston
GENESEE COUNTY, MI -- A Genesee County commissioner who became executive director of Flint’s Berston Field House in May is defending the process that landed him in the new position. James Avery, the chair of the county Board of Commissioners, said in a Facebook post on Saturday, Aug. 17,...
Burton man sentenced for child porn, sexually exploiting children
A Burton man was sentenced this week to federal prison for sexually exploiting children, federal officials said. Nicholas Dunn, 42, was ordered Tuesday by a United States District Court judge in Flint to serve 40 years, Dawn N. Ison U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Michigan, said in a statement.
Impact100 Genesee County announces grant finalists
Impact100 Genesee County, a women’s 501(c)(3) collective giving organization, is thrilled to announce the five nonprofit finalists for its inaugural grant to be awarded at the Big Give Event on Sept. 26, at 5:30 p.m. at the Flint Farmers’ Market. After a rigorous grant review process, the finalists...
Genesee County, Peacekeepers could train 100 cops, 100 citizens in Flint area
GENESEE COUNTY, MI -- The county could partner with Peacekeepers International to train 100 area police officers and 100 community members in a new push to address youth violence and increase trust in the criminal justice system. The county Board of Commissioners vetted the $50,000 proposal during a committee meeting...
Rabies Infested-Bat found in Genesee County
Bats are an interesting mammal. They sleep all night, hanging upside-down. They squeal and most people don't care for them, especially if they get into your home or garage. To me, they're nothing more than rats with wings with razor sharp teeth. The Genesee County Health Department has confirmed the...
Genesee County Fair kicks off with a monster truck show, food, and of course rides
MOUNT MORRIS, Mich.— The fair was started 175 years ago and to celebrate they're hosting three concerts, animals shows, and a tightrope act. Organizers say this year they have more food options then ever. The fair will also have multiple event going on like a petting zoo, chainsaw carvings,...
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