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 long existed for many Flint-area youths before the COVID-19 pandemic struck. But for many students, they suddenly became what seemed like insurmountable roadblocks when schools 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 envy of even larger metro areas and a choice of rural, suburban or urban settings. “We have a whole county of options available for you 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 under the Flint & Genesee Group umbrella — Flint & Genesee Education & Talent, Flint & Genesee Chamber, Explore Flint & Genesee and Flint & 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 which a pandemic is raging and political tensions are high. “A lot of companies are realizing we really need to structure work differently,” said Julie 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 on the local landscape for years to come. Five projects designed by area architects were recognized during the November awards presentation: • The Mott Community 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 to the Hilton Garden Inn brand that provides business and leisure guests with upscale, affordable accommodations and unexpected amenities. Formerly known as the Genesee County 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 long-vacant structure debuts as a Hilton Garden Inn in October. “I love working on historical buildings and the fact that we’re trying to preserve them,” 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, some Genesee County municipalities are achieving exactly that type of balance in their daily development activities. RRC, administered by the Michigan Economic Development Corp., aims 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 of the coronavirus, at least a couple decided to become even more vital. For example, two area businesses — Fenton-based Domico Med-Device and BAJ Glass 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 10,000-person undercount is $2 billion (in federal funding) over 10 years that the city misses out on. Everybody will lose.” Indeed, the results of this Continue Reading
