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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...
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...
Do You Live In One Of Michigan’s Most Boring Cities?
If you live in Genesee County, Saginaw County, or Oakland County, you might live in one of Michigan's most boring cities. The following counties are also home to some of Michigan's sleepiest cities,. Calhoun County. Washtenaw County. St. Clair County. Wayne County. Lenawee County. Road Snacks used Census data, population...
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...
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...
Genesee County food truck offers loaded ‘Daddy Mac,’ ‘Rocky Balboa’ baked potatoes
GENESEE COUNTY, MI - Claiming to be the only food truck in Genesee County offering loaded baked potatoes, gaining popularity has been no issue for the Spud Hut. Launching in May, the Spud Hut already has business booming. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a...
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...
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...
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 […]
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...
Voters in 4 Genesee County communities to decide on public safety millage proposals
GENESEE COUNTY, MI – Public safety-related millage proposals will come before voters in four Genesee County municipalities in the August 2024 primary election. Clayton Township has a proposal to purchase fire department vehicles, while Flint Township has a proposal to fund fire safety protection equipment. Montrose Township has three...
State Rep. BeGole faces GOP opponent in fight to keep Michigan House seat
LANSING, MI — A former sheriff’s fight to keep his state House seat will begin against a fellow Republican during the Tuesday, Aug. 6, primary election. Voters first elected Brian BeGole to the Michigan House of Representatives’ District 71 seat in 2022. The former Shiawassee County sheriff represents parts of Genesee, Saginaw and Shiawassee counties.
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.
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