Recent Stories

On the Job: Maxwell Montney
A graduate of Carman-Ainsworth High School, Maxwell Montney says he can thank the TeenQuest program for helping him land his current position as a Co-op Credit Analyst at Financial Plus Credit Union. “Taking initiative was one of the biggest lessons I learned,” says Montney. “I was the first person to put in my application for my job and the first… Read More 

Vendor Spotlight: African Drum and Dance Parent Association
During a recent visit to Northwestern High School, Kevin Collins brought along one of the cellphone’s earliest predecessors: the drum. As he explained the drum’s origins and history, students learned that the musical instrument once served as a form of communication in West Africa. This is one of many lessons that YouthQuest students have learned from Collins, who founded the… Read More 

Get to Know YouthQuest Program Director Cheryl Adkins
Earlier this year, Cheryl Adkins joined the YouthQuest team as Program Director. In her new role, Adkins oversees the YouthQuest afterschool program, manages over 110 employees and serves as the primary contact with schools and community partners. Adkins is a graduate of Eastern Michigan University and brings 22 years of experience as a school administrator to this role. She is… Read More 

Flint & Genesee Chamber Speakers Bureau continues successful run due to strong demand from community
(FLINT, Mich., February 5, 2018) – The Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the continuation of its Speakers Bureau. A service to area organizations, Chamber executives and staff are available to speak on a variety of subjects at no cost. In 2017, the Chamber saw a significant increase of 35 percent in speaking engagements compared to… Read More 

Flint Children's Museum, Flint, Michigan
Information and dates are subject to change without notice. Please call ahead to confirm. Events Attractions Art & Culture Entertainment Shopping Dining with Evening Entertainment Nightlife Download PDF Events Thursday, February 8: "Meet the Orchestra" at The Whiting, 1241 E. Kearsley Street, Flint * (810) 237-7333 * thewhiting.com (Performance begins 7 p.m.) Enjoy this exciting concert with a variety of music and discover how… Read More