Neighborhood News

The Best Water Filters for Trihalomethanes Removal

Trihalomethanes (THMs) are among the most dangerous chemical compounds that find their way into the water supply. THM contamination is very common, because these substances are a byproduct formed when chlorine is added to drinking water. THMs are known to be carcinogens, and are closely associated with the occurrence of several different types of cancer. …
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Be Prepared and Safe during Extreme Cold

With arctic temperatures expected to impact the entire state until later this week, the Michigan State Police, Emergency Management and Homeland Security Division (MSP/EMHSD) is encouraging Michigan citizens and visitors to be extra cautious when going out in the extreme cold. “As we saw last winter, these arctic blasts can create hazardous situations,” said Capt. …
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Neighborhoods Small Grants Program

Neighborhoods Small Grants are easy-to-access. They can be used to fuel creative ideas, spark neighborhood revitalization or strengthen the connections between neighborhood-based groups. The program is unique because it puts resources into the hands of small, grassroots groups, empowering people to become actively engaged in the health and wellbeing of their community. What kind of …
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Nominations Sought for 2015 Governor’s Service Awards

The Michigan Community Service Commission (MCSC) is excited to announce it is now seeking nominations for the 2015 Governor’s Service Awards. These awards are given annually by the Governor to acknowledge individuals, organizations, and businesses who are committed to service and volunteerism in their communities. The 2015 Governor’s Service Awards nomination form is available for …
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Could your nonprofit use a floor model copier/printer/fax machine?

Stevie Atkins, the CEO of Wellness, asked me to let our fellow nonprofits know that Wellness has a floor model printer/copier/fax machine that it is willing to donate to another nonprofit. It is a ZB45 IMAGISTICS copy machine. This is a large floor model. If you’re interested you should reach out to them quickly. First …
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Citizens Radio Patrol

Citizens Radio Patrol

We will be having a radio patrol on Friday, January 9 at 6:00pm in the roll call room at the Flint Police Department. Hope to see you there. In the future I will be emailing from our new email address of citizensradiopatrol@cityofflint.com. Also, please check out our new Flint Police Citizen’s Radio Patrol Facebook page. …
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Valley Area Agency on Aging is Looking for a Volunteer of the Year

The Valley Area Agency on Aging (VAAA) is looking for a recipient to be given the Volunteer of the Year Award at the VAAA Annual Meeting on March 23, 2015. The Volunteer of the Year Award honors the recipient’s service and thanks them for their contributions to seniors and people with disabilities. Candidates for this …
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Arts Projects: MCACA Funding Opportunity

Do you know any Michigan non-profit organizations, schools (K-12), universities/colleges, or municipalities who would like MCACA funding support for quality arts and cultural projects? Examples include: performance such as Music in the Park, cultural dance (lesson and/or performance), art projects (example: murals), art therapy, and/or art exhibitions. Attached are the guidelines for the Michigan Council …
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Citizens Radio Patrol

Citizens Radio Patrol

We will be having a radio patrol on Friday, January 2 at 6:00 pm in the roll call room at the Flint Police Department. Hope to see you there. About the Citizens Radio Patrol
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