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Flint’s Chief Finance Officer Robert Widigan resigns
Flint, MI—Per a March 27 City of Flint press release, Chief Financial Officer Robert Widigan has resigned, effective April 6. He will have served as Flint’s CFO for less than two years. Widigan began as the city’s interim CFO on Aug. 16, 2021, having taken over after former CFO Shelbi Frayer left the seat in…
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Eric Mays’ attorney sends cease-and-desist letters to fellow Flint councilmembers
Flint, MI – Eric Mays’ lawyer allegedly sent cease-and-desist letters to five Flint City Council members. Councilmembers Ladel Lewis and Dennis Pfeiffer said they had not received the letters as of Thursday afternoon. Councilwomen Allie Herkenroder and Eva Worthing said they had not received the letters as of Wednesday night. Councilwoman Judy Priestley said she…
‘There is good reason to be optimistic’: Flint & Genesee Group shares 2022 report, 2023 goals
Flint, MI—Following his presentation of the Flint & Genesee Group’s annual report, CEO Tim Herman said the organization’s 2022 achievements present “good reason to be optimistic” about Flint and the greater county’s economic prospects. During the March 22, 2023 presentation, Herman noted some of the prior year’s successes for each of the Group’s divisions, which…
Flint-based literacy and language programs set to expand with new funding
Flint, MI—A year and a half ago, Ana Beatriz Aguila immigrated from Cuba to Flint, Mich. in search of a better future. She said the services she has received in the city, including interpretation for medical appointments, have gone a long way with helping her family adjust to their new life. During a press conference…
$600m Flint water civil settlement approved by Genesee County Circuit Court
Lansing, MI—Michigan’s largest civil settlement in history, which deals with Flint’s water crisis, was announced by Attorney General Dana Nessel’s office today. The State of Michigan will pay $600 million – along with $20 million from the City of Flint, through its insurer; $5 million from McLaren Regional Medical Center; and $1.25 million from Rowe…
Food distribution in Flint and Genesee County receives federal support
Flint, MI—Officials announced new federal funding for food distribution across mid-Michigan, including Flint. At a Monday, March 20, 2023, press conference, Congressman Dan Kildee said he helped secure $2 million to help cover the logistical and maintenance fees of food distribution by the Food Bank of Eastern Michigan and increase the food storage capacity of…
Flint sorority chapter hosting basic needs fair at Flint Public Library
Flint, MI—A fair providing health, education and other resources will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Flint Public Library, located at 1026 E. Kearsley St. on Saturday, March 25, 2023. The Flint Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority is hosting the event. Information available will include how to access food,…
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Flint organizations to host ‘March into Employment’ event for returning citizens
Flint, MI—Multiple local organizations are coming together to host ‘March into Employment,’ an event offering training and resources for Flint’s job-seeking returning citizens. The event will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 18 at Higher Quality of Life Church, located at 5601 N. Saginaw St. in Flint. According to Todd…
New bar ‘Pop Rox’ opens in downtown Flint
Flint, MI—Pop Rox, a bar featuring candy-themed cocktails, neon lights and murals of famous 80s and 90s icons, has joined the downtown Flint nightlife scene. The new bar is located in the former Eberson space, 130 E. Second Street, right next to the Capitol Theatre. While Pop Rox officially opens on March 10, at last…
UM-Flint to host computer science camp for high schoolers
Flint, MI—The College of Innovation and Technology (CIT) at the University of Michigan-Flint is hosting a free technology camp for high school students on Saturday, March 11, 2023. The camp is part of CIT Technology Saturdays, a monthly event series designed to highlight majors offered through the college. This Saturday’s theme will be centered around…
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Here’s the schedule for Flint mobile food pantries in March
Flint, MI—Mobile food pantries offering nutritious food will be available throughout March 2023, according to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS). Since 2016, MDHHS has partnered with the Food Bank of Eastern Michigan to provide mobile food pantries in Flint, Mich. March’s pantries include apples, potatoes and oranges. Here’s the schedule for…
It’s icy out there, here are some resources for winter weather issues
Flint, MI—Following a Feb. 22 winter storm, Flint City Hall remains closed today and Flint residents braving the weather should do so with caution given a continued “hazardous weather outlook” for the area. That said, if you’re wondering what to do about a power outage, food access, or seeking a place to warm up during…
Flint City Hall to close at noon today due to winter storm warning
Flint, MI—Flint City Hall will close at 12 p.m. today due to predicted hazardous weather conditions. In addition, the Flint City Council Committee meeting has been cancelled for this evening, and Water Residential Assistance Program (WRAP) representatives will not be available at City Hall Thursday, Feb. 23. A Winter Storm Warning is in effect from…
Mott Community College to host special admissions events for adult learners
Flint, MI—Mott Community College (MCC) is inviting adult learners to get their education back on track. To help them take the first step toward earning a college credential, MCC is hosting four events in March and April especially for students returning to school after a long pause throughout the region. This is an opportunity for…
Flint’s boil filtered water advisory is lifted
Flint, MI—The city of Flint’s boil filtered water advisory is now lifted, effective 10:15 a.m. on Feb. 13, 2023, following two consecutive 24-hour testing rounds. The city had been under the advisory since Friday, Feb. 10. The mandated sampling was conducted at 10 sites throughout the city and results were negative for Bac-T, according to…
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Flint program receives grant for lead service line replacement outreach
Flint, MI — Mikesha Loring, Flint’s Lead-Based Paint Hazard Control Program Manager, has been working hard for years to limit lead exposure for residents in the city. Now, with a $15,000 grant from Healthy Babies Bright Futures (HBBF), she can focus more on outreach. Loring said lead education is really important to her as someone…
Company ends water donations, Flint residents advised to continue using filters
Flint, MI–BlueTriton Brands, Inc., a Connecticut-based company that has donated bottled water to Flint residents since 2018, ended its weekly donations on Dec. 31, 2022. According to a Jan. 13 press release from the City of Flint, BlueTriton provided 100,000 bottles of water per week since 2018, and the donations served approximately 3,000 people per…
GLWA commits $1.5 million to support income-based water bill assistance program in Flint
Flint, MI—The Great Lakes Water Authority (GLWA) Board of Directors recently approved more than $1.5 million in additional program funding for Flint, helping bolster a new income-based water bill assistance plan to better meet residents’ needs. The funding comes by way of the Water Residential Assistance Program (WRAP), a two-year program that provides assistance to…
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