Monthly Archive:: June 2016

The following is a statement from Flint Mayor Karen Weaver on the passage of additional money for Flint in the state budget bills passed tonight: “While the $25 million allocated for my FAST Start program to replace lead-tainted pipes in Flint is less than half the amount needed, I’m grateful that lawmakers have directed $165 …

We are looking for a total of 60 volunteers. United Way has aligned with Beyoncé’s #BeyGood initiative to support local United Way programs and the work of Genesee County, which is continuing to respond to the water crisis in Flint, Michigan. On Thurs., June 9, up to 120 Beyoncé fans can volunteer together as part …

Flint, Mich.– Mike Naddeo of Mike Naddeo Photography was recently awarded a Share Art Flint grant to commission artists for the creation of new art pieces for Oak Street Senior Apartments.  The unique pieces will be inspired by residents of senior complex, who will take part in the creative process.  Artists are not limited to …

FLINT June 1, 2016 – June 15 is the deadline for the 2016 Flint Youth Film Festival. The festival will be hosted by the Flint Institute of Arts July 28, 5-8 p.m. The festival is open to entrants ages 13-25 and college students regardless of age. It is a free program of the Flint Youth …

Flint Water System Customers Can Visit Any Location for Supplies FLINT, Mich. – The Community Water Resource Site at the Dort Federal Credit Union Event Center will have reduced hours on two days next week due to prior facility commitments, according to the Michigan State Police, Emergency Management and Homeland Security Division (MSP/EMHSD). The site …

Join our team! The Crim Fitness Foundation is seeking highly motivated and passionate individuals. Want to help create a healthy, active and stronger Flint? Then check out the current opportunities at the Crim. http://crim.org/about-us/employment/open-positions

FLINT, Mich. – Bottled water, water filters, replacement cartridges and at-home water testing kits will be available to Flint water system customers as needed after the presidential emergency declaration ends on August 14, according to the Michigan State Police, Emergency Management and Homeland Security Division (MSP/EMHSD). “August 14 is just a date on the calendar, and as …