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On the Job: Diamond Stocker
For Flushing High School Graduate Diamond Stocker, it was TeenQuest that gave her the confidence to pursue her goals and dreams. “Before TeenQuest, I was naïve and immature,” says Stocker, who worked for the Food Bank of Eastern Michigan through the Summer Youth Initiative, or SYI. “Now, I go for the things that I want to achieve.” One of those… Read More 

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Flint Promise Students Reflect on the Transition to College
This year, more than 140 Flint Promise scholars are attending Kettering University, Mott Community College and the University of Michigan-Flint. And for many students, they’re learning just how different college can be from high school. “Professors don’t tell you how much time it will take to study or do a project,” said Blase Haynes, a first-year Flint Promise student at… Read More 

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Flint & Genesee Chamber Welcomes New Members in September, October
(FLINT, Mich., November 1, 2019) –The Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce today announced continued growth in its membership, with 14 area businesses joining the organization in September and October. These new members represent a wide range of industries, and are actively contributing to the success and economic activity of this region. “We’re pleased to welcome our new members to… Read More 

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The Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce and Flint & Genesee Convention and Visitors Bureau will recognize business excellence and community leadership with the sixth-annual Art of Achievement Awards. More than 70 businesses and organizations, along with 113 individuals, have been nominated for recognition at the sold-out presentation gala Nov. 7 at the Flint Institute Arts. "We’ve seen an increase… Read More 

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5 Places to Get Hitched in Flint & Genesee
Engagement season – the time between Thanksgiving and Valentine’s Day where there is a spike in engagements – is coming up soon. For couples who may have already agreed to tie the knot, now is the perfect time to plan your venue. In Flint and Genesee County there are plenty of places traditional and unique to say your vows. Here… Read More 

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YouthQuest Invites Community to Participate in ‘Lights On Afterschool’ Rally
(FLINT, Mich. – Oct. 22, 2019) With more than 1 million Americans expected to participate in the 20th annual Lights On Afterschool, YouthQuest will host 12 community events in Flint from Oct. 23 through Oct. 31. “This is a nationwide rally focused on drawing awareness to the impact that afterschool programs have on students, families and their communities,” said Nefertari… Read More