No internet access in the home. A lack of technological equipment in general. Having to care for younger siblings while a parent works. No transportation. Those barriers to education had Continue Reading
Ask Brianna Mosier to cite reasons for people to move to Genesee County, and she’ll readily list a few — a low cost of living, cultural amenities that are the Continue Reading
They’re now operating under a new name, but they’re still pursuing the same mission — to promote economic prosperity in Flint and Genesee County. Each of the newly created divisions Continue Reading
Hiring new workers is just one part of workforce management, of course. Just as important is keeping existing employees satisfied and engaged — a particular challenge during a period in Continue Reading
Although the American Institute of Architects Flint Chapter had to hold its annual Celebration of Design Awards virtually this fall, the work that was honored will have a tangible impact Continue Reading
With the marvelous architectural transformation of the historic building complete, the Hilton Garden Inn Flint Downtown will officially open to the public on Nov. 2. It is the newest addition Continue Reading
“Awe.” “Appreciation.” Those are some of the responses the professionals involved with repurposing the former Genesee County Savings Bank building in downtown Flint hope to see from visitors when the Continue Reading
Ask economic developers what they expect from local units of government, and they’ll probably answer something like this: “Transparency. Predictability. Efficiency.” Thanks to the state’s Redevelopment Ready Community (RRC) program, Continue Reading
While some Genesee County businesses were categorized as “essential” and were allowed to continue operating under the executive order Gov. Gretchen Whitmer issued in March to help contain the spread Continue Reading
Some basic math illustrates the importance of an accurate census count for Flint and Genesee County. “We cannot afford to miss anyone,” said Anthony Turner, Flint’s 2020 census coordinator. “A Continue Reading
