Addressing the affordable housing crisis in Flint & Genesee
Building a brighter future for Flint and Genesee County starts at home – quite literally. “The need for affordable housing in Flint is more than just a shortage; it’s a Continue Reading
Providing ‘rock-solid’ service: Stone Specialists, Inc.
Jason Treichel was just 22 years old when he decided to start his own business cutting stone countertops. A self-taught man, he had the expertise – just not the revenue. Continue Reading
It takes a village: Building a community for veterans
Sacred Heart Veteran Village is more than just housing. “It’s really a place to learn and grow and heal,” said Gerri Lajewski, director of development at Catholic Charities of Shiawassee Continue Reading
Snow, Style & Simulations: Shumaker’s Ski & Snowboard
Tony Shumaker wants to make sure you look good, feel good, and have a blast playing in the snow this winter. “No matter how you like to enjoy Michigan’s beautiful Continue Reading
Fashionable ventures: Navigating Flint’s streetwear scene
Fashion might not be top of mind when most people think of Flint. But Lee Grant Allen knows better. “I tell people all the time that a lot of the Continue Reading
Bespoke bags and second chances: Flint’s 1:Eleven Leather Goods
Miracle McGlown really hopes Michelle Obama likes his gift. Oh … and Barack, too. “I worked a long time creating a bag that fits her style of fashion and I Continue Reading
Reaching new audiences: Retailers think ‘outside the brick-and-mortar box’
In today’s digital age, retailers across Genesee County are achieving unprecedented growth by harnessing the power of e-commerce. From quaint bakeries to coffee roasters, the online marketplace is providing a Continue Reading
Serra Automotive’s Roadmap to Success
Fifty years after Al Serra opened the doors of his first Chevy store in Grand Blanc, his customer-first philosophy – “Take care of the customer, take care of the associates, Continue Reading
The road less taken: A Flushing apple orchard’s organic journey
Almar Orchards takes apple eating personally. “We know our apples are going into lunch boxes and being used to make applesauce and pies and snacks. So, it’s really important to Continue Reading
Crim Fitness Foundation
452 S. Saginaw St., Flint • crim.org Founded: 1977Number of employees: 28 The Crim works to create vibrant accessible communities in Flint and Genesee County that encourage people to lead Continue Reading