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Help Miracle Child Archer Win $25,000 To Benefit Hurley Children's Hospital

Jeremy Fenech — Tue, 21 May 2013 20:40:24 +0000

“It’s where I go to forget I’m sick.” Those are the words from a Hurley Children’s Hospital miracle child regarding the hospital’s playrooms. But those rooms are in desperate need of renovations. You can help make a difference, and it only costs a few seconds of your time. During the month of May, you can [...]

Take A Tour Inside The Citizen's Bank Weather Ball – Cars 108 Exclusive [VIDEO]

Jeremy Fenech — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 16:54:29 +0000

Though the look of Downtown Flint will change this summer when the Genesee Towers are demolished, since 1956 the Citizen's Bank Weather Ball has dominated the Flint Skyline. I wondered how it works since I was a kid, and I finally had the chance to see it up close, and personal!

Best Haunted Houses in the Flint Area

George McIntyre — Mon, 15 Oct 2012 15:14:37 +0000

The Flint area offers a wide variety of haunted houses. Check out our list, and get your scare on!

Downtown Flint Comes To Life

Jeremy Fenech — Mon, 20 Aug 2012 15:21:22 +0000

This year’s Back To The Bricks was a huge success. It was great to see tens of thousands of people flock to Saginaw Street enjoying the classic vehicles, many made right here in Flint. While J. Patrick, Rod Prahin and myself were representing Cars 108 on Saturday, we noticed that there was an upbeat vibe [...]

5 Things You Must Do While Visiting Flint for Back to the Bricks

Jeremy Fenech — Wed, 15 Aug 2012 15:56:33 +0000

Thousands upon thousands of people flock to Flint every year to experience "Back To The Bricks," and this year promises to be the biggest yet! For those of you who are visiting Flint for the first time, we have come up with five things that you have to do while in Vehicle City!

How Come Flint Didn't Make 'Best Hamburger' List?

J. Patrick — Tue, 29 May 2012 19:03:05 +0000

Hamburgers have come a long way in the past few years. They have moved into a place of passion for those who REALLY love burgers. There are now a number of chain restaurants that specialize in burgers. But how come Flint didn’t make the “Best Hamburger” list? I’d vote for Haloburger QP as Flint’s best [...]

'Torch Burger' – One of the Best Burgers In Flint

J. Patrick — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 12:10:51 +0000

Looking for a great hamburger? Maybe the best hamburger in Flint? Then you have to try a “Torch Burger”. In case you aren’t familiar with the “Torch”, it’s a little restaurant and bar in downtown Flint. Looking for great burger? It’s your place! Next time you are in the mood for a great burger, give [...]

Flint's Jazz Walk Drawing Big Crowds

J. Patrick — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 15:01:17 +0000

It debuted in August and is turning into a big success story. It’s the Greater Flint Arts Council’s free Jazz Walk in downtown Flint on the fourth Thursday of every month. The next walk is scheduled for Thursday, January 26th, beginning at 5pm at the White Horse Tavern. It continues from there to The Cork [...]

Best of Flint – Part 2 of 3

Tim Gray — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 20:34:15 +0000

Flickr Best Places to Get Pumpkins in Flint by: Tim Gray It's that time of year again -- time to get the kids around and head out to find the perfect pumpkin. Whether your on the search for the "Great Pumpkin" or just the perfect carving pumpkin, there are plenty of places to [...]

Best of Flint – Part 1 of 3

Tim Gray — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 20:34:07 +0000

Over the past year; Cars 108 has created some of the best things and places in Flint. Take a look at our ever growing 'Best of Flint' posts. qwrrtyl, Flickr Flint Kid-Friendly Restaurants by: Erin Bishop Erin had her niece and nephews up for lunch and wasn't sure where she was going to [...]

Flint Kid-Friendly Restaurants – Erin's Top Seven

Erin Bishop — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 16:13:33 +0000

My niece and nephews recently came up for lunch and I wasn't sure where I was going to take them. They're pretty young so I needed to find a kid friendly restaurant so I did a little research to figure out where to go. I found several good places for lunch and dinner, so if [...]

Stores We Wish Were Still in Town – J.'s Top Five

J. Patrick — Sat, 03 Dec 2011 15:28:23 +0000

Being a lifelong resident of Flint, I wanted to reminisce about stores that were once in Flint and have now disappeared. Flint has a vast history from the automotive industry which made Flint a great area to live in and run a business. Some of these stores disappeared after the decline of the automotive world and some are gone due to the growing popularity of chain stores. Take a look at my top five stores that I miss in Flint.

Christmas Tree Farms

Erin Bishop — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 16:35:21 +0000

The holidays will be here before you know it, which means it's time to start thinking about where you're going to buy your Christmas tree. I've put together a list of places that you and your family can go to for the perfect tree. Hopefully these ideas will help you get ready this season. 1 [...]

Best Sledding Hills in the Flint Area

Tim Gray — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 16:30:44 +0000

With winter fast approaching, it's about time to start thinking about fun activities to do during the long winter days. One great thing to do around Flint during the winter — besides sliding on snowy roads — is to get sledding. Here are a five great local spots to take your family sledding. asterix611, Flickr [...]

Food & Drinks You Can Only Get in Flint – Our Top Five

Tim Gray — Fri, 21 Oct 2011 15:47:49 +0000

Flint is known for many things — the automotive industry (what's left,) the awful crime rate and high unemployment — that being said we are known for a few good things, some of the food staples that are from our great city. Check out the top five food staples from Flint after the jump. 5 [...]

Best Haunted Houses Around Flint – George's Top Five

George McIntyre — Thu, 13 Oct 2011 19:24:05 +0000

As if Flint isn’t scary enough already! My son David and I look forward to October each year, because it’s haunted-house season!

Fall Activities in Flint – Erin's Top Five

Erin Bishop — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 13:10:47 +0000

Summer went by way too fast and the holidays will be here before you know it. But before that happens, why not take advantage of some great fall activities for the entire family. I did a little research and came up with a few ideas of things to do outdoors while the weather is still nice

Top Five Haunted Places in Flint – Our Top Five

Tim Gray — Sat, 24 Sep 2011 16:00:20 +0000

Being close to Hallow's Eve we decided to find Flint's 'true haunts' that may exist. Whether you believe in ghosts or not, Flint's deep history in lumber and manufacturing — accidents could have occurred leaving souls roaming these locations. Take a look after the jump, if you dare! 1 Holly Hotel Holly, MI [...]

Restaurants Serving Thanksgiving Dinner in Flint – Erin's Top Five

Erin Bishop — Fri, 09 Sep 2011 14:14:46 +0000

There's nothing better than a home cooked Thanksgiving dinner but maybe this year you don't feel like cooking and you're thinking you want to go out. That way you don't have the hassle of cleaning, cooking and getting ready for a lot of company. I did some research and found a few places that will [...]

Locals Who Made It Big from Flint – J's Top Five

J. Patrick — Fri, 09 Sep 2011 13:02:25 +0000

Flint, Michigan has had its share of homegrown stars. From TV hosts, to athletics, to music, and to millionaires. Here's a fun list of folks from Flint who made it big! It is a pretty impressive collection of people who have helped put Flint on the map for something other than, “Roger & Me”. Getty [...]