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A Shark Tank survivor will be the keynote speaker at next week’s I-69 Thumb Region’s Annual Summit. [caption id="attachment_39222" align="alignright" width="345"] VADE CEO Joe Johnson and wife, Megan, making a business pitch on ABC's Shark Tank in November 2018.[/caption] East Lansing entrepreneur Joe Johnson will share insights on what it takes to swim with the sharks of business world when… Read More 

Last summer, the Food Bank of Eastern Michigan employed nearly 60 teen employees who helped serve 72,360 hot meals, sort 664,184 pounds of food and complete other important projects. “This allowed us to distribute at least 10 times more food than we would have been able to otherwise,” said Keri Brack, volunteer coordinator for the organization, which collaborates with a… Read More 

Flint & Genesee Chamber Welcomes New Members in November, December
(FLINT, Mich., Jan. 14, 2018) –The Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce today announced continued growth in its membership, with 11 area businesses joining the organization in November and December. 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 

Don’t Miss These Art Exhibitions in Flint & Genesee
Art allows us to experience different cultures, discover our past and expose ourselves to new experiences. With the Buckham Gallery moving to its new, more accessible location, there is more art than ever to experience. Immerse yourself in the art at these galleries: Buckham Gallery Built from an artist collaborative project in the 1980s, Buckham Gallery seeks to fulfill the… Read More 

7 Restaurants to Catch a Bite to Eat Before a Show at Capitol
Dinner and a show is a classic combination for date night and girl’s night alike. With many different shows coming to the Capitol Theatre including the world premiere of the feature film Ring of Silence and Beats x Beers Presents: Wale Live in Concert, there are plenty of opportunities to head to the Capitol Theatre. Looking for a place to… Read More