Good afternoon. A reminder that RACER Trust will be hosting a virtual public meeting from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, October 22, to discuss environmental activities at the former GM Buick City property in Flint. The meeting will take place by Zoom and the public is invited. RACER has invited several organizations to participate and …

Public Meeting Regarding Environmental Activities at the Former GM Buick City Property in Flint RACER Trust will host a virtual public meeting from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, October 22, to discuss environmental activities at the former GM Buick City property in Flint. This will include discussion of the most recent assessment activities for PFAS …

Many of the small businesses in our community—restaurants, barbershops and retail stores—are still struggling due to the coronavirus pandemic. These small businesses and their workers make up the fabric of our community and need our continued help. I am pleased that last week the U.S. House of Representatives passed my legislation, the RELIEF for Main …

Each year, distracted driving kills more than 3,300 people and injures an estimated 421,000. According to University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute. 25% of teens respond to a text message at least once every time they drive. Often MORE. Texting or using a hand-held phone while driving is one of the leading distractions that cause …

Dear friends, MICHR Community Engagement (CE) organized three virtual events for this fall. Please be sure to register for at least one! We miss seeing you and look forward to reconnecting via Zoom. Clinical & Translational Science Award (CTSA) Roadshows: Get updates on MICHR’s grant renewal with the NIH and provide input on CE’s priorities. RSVP for one of two forums: Wednesday, September 23 or Monday, …

This October is our 10th Annual Fall 4 Fitness Challenge and we would love to see Flint Neighborhood Groups get involved! This free, one-month physical activity challenge encourages residents to represent their organizations & neighborhoods by being physically active. It is open to all area businesses, organizations, and community groups interested in bringing wellness to …

FLINT, Mich. – On Friday, September 18, from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m., 13 study teams funded by the Building Capacity for Research and Action (BCRA) award, a mechanism sponsored by the Michigan Institute for Clinical & Health Research (MICHR) in collaboration with Flint’s Community Based Organization Partners (CBOP), will present their projects to the community …