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This Day in History for April 26 – Chernobyl Nuclear Disaster and More

Shauna Wright — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 03:00:55 +0000

Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:

1865 – Union cavalry troopers corner and shoot dead John Wilkes Booth, assassin of President Lincoln (More info)

1933 – The Gestapo, the official secret police force of Nazi Germany, is established (More info)

This Day in History for December 26 – Tsunami Engulfs Southeast Asia and More

Shauna Wright — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 18:00:04 +0000

Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:

1946 – Mobster Benjamin “Bugsy” Siegel opens The Pink Flamingo Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas (More info)

1966 – The first Kwanzaa is celebrated by Maulana Karenga, the chair of Black Studies at California State University, Long Beach (More info)

Genesee County Fair Starts Monday

Erin Bishop — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 10:39:54 +0000

While we're in county fair mode, it's time to get ready for another one which starts on Monday. The Genesee County Fair will be held at E.A. Cummings Center in Mt. Morris. One new feature this year is Twiggy, the world famous water skiing squirrel who has been in several movies including "Dodgeball." There's going to be plenty of events happening throughout the week.

BBQ Battle At Flint Farmers' Market Saturday

Erin Bishop — Tue, 12 Jul 2011 14:30:15 +0000

I haven't had a chance to go to this event so maybe I'll be able to stop by this year. On Saturday, the Flint Farmers' Market is hosting their annual BBQ Battle from 10am to 5pm and anyone is invited to come out to attend and even sample some food at the same time.

Flint Farmers Market, Swartz Creek Hometown Festival and More This Weekend

Erin Bishop — Fri, 03 Jun 2011 15:27:08 +0000

Are you looking for something to do this weekend? There are several events going on, so the kids can’t complain they’re bored. Festival season has kicked off, with the Hometown Days festival going on, as well as the Holy Redeemer Community festival. Carnival rides, cards, entertainment, specialty dinners and new this year is the pig [...]

Flint Artwalk, Healing Hands 5K Run/Walk and More This Weekend

Erin Bishop — Fri, 13 May 2011 15:42:27 +0000

You won’t be bored this weekend because there are plenty of activities for you and the family to do. Of course there’s the Artwalk tonight that Stu mentioned yesterday, but don’t forget about other cool events. Tomorrow you can start your morning at Mott Community College for the Healing Hands 5K Run/Walk, which will benefit [...]