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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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Longtime Bay City restaurant closes, Build-A-Bear opens and more local business news
BAY CITY, MI — From a longtime Bay City restaurant closing its doors to the region’s first Build-A-Bear Workshop opening in Frankenmuth, here’s some recent business news you might have missed. What’s that? Build-A-Bear coming to Frankenmuth tourist destination. If you purchase a product or register...
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...
MDOT unveils major changes for I-475 in Flint and Burton
GENESEE COUNTY, Mich. (WJRT) - Residents' pleas for easier pedestrian access across I-475 around downtown Flint will be answered. The Michigan Department of Transportation unveiled a list of major changes Thursday to the I-475 corridor in Flint and Burton, including the removal of a bridge known for illegal activity and converting an existing vehicle for pedestrian use.
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...
Flint $1,500 Child Tax Credit: New Program Offers Up to $7,500 in Support for Families Starting July 2024
Flint Child Tax Credit 2024: $1,500 Payment Plus $500 Monthly for Eligible Families. New $1,500 Child Tax Credit in Flint: Up to $7,500 Total Support Starting July 2024. Starting in July 2024 Flint, Michigan residents will benefit from a new Child Tax Credit (CTC) initiative designed to provide significant financial support for families, according to the published article of MARCA. The program offers a $1,500 payment to eligible families during the middle of their pregnancy, regardless of income levels and an additional $500 per month for the first 12 months of the child’s life. This initiative is part of a broader $55 million scheme aimed at easing the financial burden of raising children and supporting new and young families. Overall the Flint stimulus could total $7,500 for eligible families.
Flint Water Justice holds virtual meeting for settlement claims
FLINT, Mich.--In the latest development of the Flint Water Crisis settlement, tens of thousands of claimants have recently been notified about missing documents or other aspects of their claims. They have 30 days from the notice date to submit the required documentation. A virtual town hall was held last night...
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...
See contested races in Genesee County communities on August primary ballot
GENESEE COUNTY, MI - Voters across Genesee County will head to the polls Tuesday, Aug. 6, to narrow the field of candidates in advance of November’s general election. The Michigan Department of State website provides sample ballots specific to voting districts. The website also helps residents find their polling location in those voting districts.
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