A new investigation into the Flint water crisis led to charges against nine people, including former Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder and key members of his administration, who are accused of various crimes in a disastrous plan that contaminated the community with lead...
“The quality, not the longevity, of one’s life is what is important.” reads a quote on the banner hung at the entrance to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Peace Garden, MLK Day event, Jan. 18, 2021. On Jan. 18, a small but spirited group, led by local members of the...
The Lunatictude of 2020 followed us into 2021. The conspiracy of lies spilled over into rage. While the world watched in amazement. Feartude was prevalent bringing out the worst in human behavior. Faithtude looks upon the scene with the hope that we can rise above...
U.S. District Judge Judith Levy granted preliminary approval for the $641.2 million Flint water crisis settlement on January 21st. potentially settling dozens of lawsuits filed in the aftermath of the Flint water crisis. The settlement includes $600 million from...
Photograph by Fredrik Brauer We often get lost in Atlanta with or without our GPS. I enjoy these ‘outings’ as my family calls them. We run into unique areas. One such area we stumbled into was Edgewood’s-La France Walk. La France Walk is a two-and-a-half-acre...
The 100 book reading challenge was a success. It started rocky hence the year 2020. It was a REAL challenge this year. I started a college class and it was at times difficult to get books as we sheltered in place. Not to be swayed, other plans were executed. I...
After four years of work, the first residents are moving into Clark Commons, the first of four developments planned through the $30-million Choice Neighborhoods Initiative. Phase I construction at Clark Commons (Smith Village) includes a total of 62 mixed-income...
You can browse books and movies, use public computers, research genealogy and use our reference materials. You'll find our temporary location at Courtland Center (4190 E. Court St., Burton). Visitors should use the main entrance (Entrance A) and then look for the...
Pre-enrolled: 32,957 Enrolled: 11,735 Referrals to services: 17,848 One year follow-up surveys completed: 464 Referrals to Neurodevelopmental Center of Excellence: 2,641 Flint Registry Jobs Created: 55 The Registry is designed to help YOU with services you and your...
Restaurant Relief Grants Genesee County is excited to announce a county-wide Restaurant Relief Grant opportunity for restaurants impacted by COVID-19 and statewide indoor dining restrictions. Restaurants with 25 employees or less and a low/moderate-income owner may...
The anticipation of the COVID-19 vaccine has prompted questions regarding how it will be distributed throughout Genesee County. Genesee County Health Department has a Memorandum of Understanding with 8 schools in Genesee County partnering for the utilization of...
The Idea For Black History Month Originated in 1926 When first conceptualized by Carter G. Woodson in 1926, the time of recognition was originally Black History Week. Woodson was a historian and the founder of the Association for the Study of African-American Life...
Do not use the same disposable gloves for multiple activities & never wash disposable gloves for reuse. Wear well-fitting, disposable gloves when using shared equipment. Medical examination gloves should be reserved for clinical use. When to remove gloves:...
Once again, our radar sign has moved to a new neighborhood, close to a neighborhood park. Thanks to our volunteers, who install the sign, change batteries when needed, and track traffic numbers. We’re gathering more data to share with our city officials and police....
Kia, I find myself getting depressed over the state of our nation. It seems like evil and criminal people are getting away with their crimes, and even people who say they are Christians are following leaders who are clearly corrupt and hateful. I don’t want to...
For more information please visit michigan.gov/coronavirus Questions about COVID-19? Visit michigan.gov's Frequently Asked Questions page. The most commonly answered questions can be found there, and are updated...
Freeman Thompson Greer, Jr passed away on Saturday, January 9, 2021 at his residence. A private funeral service was held at Allen Funeral Home and burial followed at Evergreen Cemetery. Freeman received his Master of Architecture from Lawrence Technological...
Danielle Nadine Brown passed away Saturday, January 2, 2021 at McLaren Flint at the far too young age of 49. Danielle Nadine Brown was born on August 27, 1971 in Flint, the eldest daughter of Gary Steven Brown and Rosoline Ann Brown (née Williams), Danielle was a...
