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People enjoying coffee in the Flint and Genesee Chamber lobby
(FLINT, Mich., Oct. 12, 2018) –The Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce today announced continued growth in its membership, with 11 area businesses joining the organization in September. 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 the Flint… Read More 

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A Chef's Taste: Tyler Hardisty, Churchill's Food & Spirits
Churchill’s Food & Spirits is Flint’s only whiskey bar. But, drinks aren’t the only thing Churchill’s is known for. About a year ago, Chef Tyler Hardisty became the Executive Chef at Churchill’s. Chef Hardisty was trained at Schoolcraft’s Culinary Arts School and certified as an executive chef by the American Culinary Federation. When Chef Hardisty came on board, he revamped… Read More 

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FACES of Flint & Genesee: Charles Kuta, Ashlor Staffing
After graduating with a business degree from Baker College, Charles Kuta struggled to find work. This led him to work for a close friend’s mother at Summerfield Personnel Staffing Company. “She said, ‘Come work for me while you’re looking for a job,’” says Kuta. “She trained me, and I learned the business. After she passed away, her daughters and I… Read More 

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(FLINT, Mich. – Oct. 5, 2018)  “Congratulations on a great acquisition by the Mass Transportation Authority, one that’s certain to pay dividends for the public transportation agency and the community at-large. It’s the latest example of the kind of forward-thinking and community-focused leadership by Director Ed Benning that has made the MTA a trailblazer in the delivery public transit services.”… Read More 

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The deadline for entries in the I-69 Thumb Region’s 2018 Catapult Small Business Competition has been extended to Dec. 31 in Genesee County. This contest of ideas aims to help “catapult” entrepreneurs and small-business owners to the next stage in growing their businesses. Each of the region’s member counties – Genesee, Huron, Lapeer, Sanilac, Shiawassee, St. Clair and Tuscola –… Read More