July 22, 2011 It's time for another weekend and it looks like it's going to be a little cooler so it's time to plan some fun activities around Flint. If you still want your kids to experience some arts and culture, check out all the cool exhibits during Free Target Saturday's at the Flint Institute of Arts.
July 14, 2011 The city of Flint has been around for a very long time and has many historical sites and buildings in the area and surrounding areas. Several buildings have stories and facts that go along with it that maybe you aren't aware of. I'v
July 13, 2011 Thursday, July 14th is the annual Ophelia Bonner Scholarship 5k race in downtown Flint. Race starts at 6:30 pm. In addition to the 5k run and walk races, there will be a 1-mile Kids' Fun Run.
July 11, 2011 There is no place like home. Thus, Flint was the obvious choice for the 50th anniversary meeting of the Chevrolet Club of America this month! More than 1,600 member of the VCCA will spend a week in Flint starting July 17th.
There are many living legends in Flint known for many things. I could have gone have in a lot of different directions when picking my top five local living legends; I choose to keep it upbeat and positive. Here are my top five picks for Flint’s living legends. Who would you have picked?
July 7, 2011 The second Friday of every month the Greater Flint Arts Council hosts the Artwalk in downtown Flint. Several venues participate, and all are within an easy walking distance of the GFAC on Saginaw St. The event goes from 6-9 pm and is free.
July 1, 2011 The fireworks will fly higher and longer than ever before at Monday's 10pm show in downtown Flint. The Flint Downtown Development Authority is sponsoring the downtown show this year and has added "high-burst' fireworks that can be seen from an even greater distance. Monday's fireworks are one of two scheduled this weekend in Flint.
June 23, 2011 Earlier this month, we mentioned a story regarding a group of people trying to come together to produce a song about making positive changes to Flint. The Flint Journal had encouraged people to meet downtown to be part of the ''We Gone Make It" video. The Flint Area Community Ensemble has finished it and you'll be able to purchase the song soon.
June 23, 2011 Tomorrow night, head to downtown Flint for a tropical night out with the Spencer Agency. ABC 12's Marc Jacobson met with owner Josh Spencer to talk about the big event that will be going on:
June 21, 2011 The annual YMCA "Re-Tread" 5k run/5k walk is Thursday night at the downtown Flint "Y" location. Race starts at 6:30.
June 21, 2011 Churchill's Food & Spirits in downtown Flint is holding a special evening for local writers to promote, sell, and autograph their new books. It happens tomorrow (Wednesday) from 4-8 pm. There are eight published local authors on hand to talk about and autograph their works. they include:
Mark Bonto - Funniest Show in America
Connie Marsack - Guide To Your Inner Spirit
Gary Flinn - Remembering Flint Michigan
June 17, 2011 It might seem early to start thinking pink again, but planning is already underway for this year's "Making Strides Against Breast Cancer" walks in the Flint area. Cars 108 has been a proud sponsor of this event and will be again this year. There are essentially three walks in the Flint area: Saturday, October 1st in Lapeer at the Courthouse, Saturday, October 8th in Owosso at the Comstock Inn, and Saturday, October 15th in downtown Flint.
