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In The News Civic Park Neighborhoods

Flintside partners with Civic Park neighborhood to launch On the Ground

Xandr BrownWednesday, May 1, 2019
In The News American Airlines will begin offering twice daily service to Charlotte on Sept. 4, 2019. Transportation

New Bishop Airport service opens gateway to 175 destinations

Marjory RaymerTuesday, April 16, 2019
In The News Flint Aerial View Economic Development

New initiative focuses on shared vision for Flint, Genesee County

Ashley SchaferWednesday, March 20, 2019
In The News With 56 active projects, the Ferris Wheel provides assessments, research, and work space to entrepreneurs all over the city. Community Development

Michigan's 'Clean Slate' initiative looks to Flint for support

Ashley SchaferWednesday, February 20, 2019
In The News An artists rendering of the new home of Mott Community College's Culinary Arts program. It will open to students in May before a grand opening in the fall. Higher Education

Culinary arts program to double — perhaps triple — at Mott's new downtown Flint location

Jake CarahWednesday, February 20, 2019
Feature Story Raquel Thueme Community Development

Raquel Thueme's vision for the Ruth Mott Foundation: A Flintside Q&A

Marjory RaymerWednesday, February 6, 2019
In The News The INSPIRE Leadership Series kicks off more than 20 training opportunities and workshops planned by the Flint & Genesee Chamber over the next six months. Economic Development

More than 20 business training opportunities coming up in Flint

Ashley SchaferWednesday, January 30, 2019
In The News UM-Flint's ice rink was named one of 10 'outstanding outdoor rinks' by Pure Michigan. Community Development

UM-Flint Ice Rink named one of 10 'outstanding outdoor rinks' in Michigan

Chris RinglerWednesday, January 30, 2019
In The News Outgoing Metro Community president Ravi Yalamanchi (left) poses with board chair Rachelle Kippe and new MCD CEO Brian Glowiak. Community Development

Metro Community Development in Flint names new CEO

Ashley SchaferWednesday, January 23, 2019
In The News The first show at the new Buckham Gallery is called, "Chapter 2: The Premiere Exhibit." Arts and Culture

A look inside the new Buckham Gallery

Mike NaddeoWednesday, January 16, 2019
In The News Through a new pilot program, international students from UM-Flint are hosting five dialogues with students at Pierce Elementary School in Flint. Economic Development

Flint named 'Gateway to Growth' community to increase immigration

Ashley SchaferWednesday, January 16, 2019
Feature Story The $16.5 million Coolidge Park Apartments project will dramatically change the Ballenger Highway corridor. Community Development

Flint starts 2019 with $200 million in ongoing development

Marjory RaymerWednesday, January 9, 2019
Feature Story Keysa Smith is owner of Spectacular Spudz in the Flint Farmers' Market. Entrepreneurship

Spectacular Spudz nabs Business of the Year award

Jake CarahWednesday, December 5, 2018
In The News Tyler Bienlein (left) and Scott Hempel opened Great Escape Gaming in October. Entrepreneurship

Gaming business opens through unique project helping residents become neighborhood entrepreneurs

Jake CarahWednesday, November 28, 2018
In The News Ebonie Gipson brings together 75 small businesses for Small Business Saturday though her firm, I'm Building Something Consulting. Economic Development

Ebonie Gipson: Meet the woman behind Flint's massive Small Business Saturday expo

Xandr BrownWednesday, November 21, 2018
In The News Flint Candle Co. was one of 40 vendors showcased during the 12th Annual Holiday Craft Market at the Flint Masonic Temple. Entrepreneurship

Small Business Saturday in Flint: Shop 125 local entrepreneurs in 3 stops

Xandr BrownWednesday, November 21, 2018
In The News Husband-wife team Spencer Ruegsegger and Kristy Bearse are planning to open an arcade bar inside the newly renovated Capitol Theatre in 2019. Entrepreneurship

New arcade bar set to open in downtown Flint in 2019

Marjory RaymerWednesday, November 14, 2018
In The News The former Perry Drug store is undergoing a $1.4 million renovation. Economic Development

State awards $200,000 grant to support development of former Perry Drugs building

Ashley SchafterWednesday, November 7, 2018
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