New CEO chosen to lead the YWCA of Greater Flint
FLINT– The YWCA of Greater Flint Board of Directors has selected Michelle O. Rosynsky, Ed. D. as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective July 2.read more
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Custom Ink & Steel supports Flint through tattoo fundraising event
FLINT– The second annual Inked for the Kids was an overwhelming success again this year, according to organizers.Owners Jeremy Wood (Woody) of Custom Ink & Steel and Joe Lash of Electric Chair...
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Coffee & donuts SWARTZ CREEK – The Swartz Creek Area Fire Department will host an open house with coffee and donuts from 8-10 a.m. July 14 at Station #1 in Swartz Creek. – L.R.Concerts in the park...
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New Gift of Life coordinator reaches out
By Gary Gould 810-452-2650 • ggould@mihomepaper.com GENESEE COUNTY– Shalonda Griffin said she hopes she can dispel many of the misconceptions and myths about organ donation in both Genesee and Saginaw...
View ArticleSwartz Creek resident is semifinalist in the world’s largest speech contest
SWARTZ CREEK -- Paul Artale of Swartz Creek will represent the Toastmasters of District 62 and join an elite group of 105 Toastmasters from districts around the world at the semi-finals of the...
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Friday night dance SWARTZ CREEK – Seniors age 50 and older are welcome to kick up their heels from 6-8:30 p.m. July 20 at the Swartz Creek Senior Center. $4. Pizza, snacks, beverages available for...
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Kearsley Summer Bookmobile to make three more fun stops
By Tanya Terry 810-452-2645 * tterry@mihomepaper.com BURTON—Telling mom and dad they are bored this summer was unnecessary for students in the Kearsley Community Schools district. Kindergarten through...
View ArticleTunes at Noon are back
FLINT– In case you’re wondering how Stella got her groove back…the answer is simple. She spent her summer at Willson Park in downtown Flint, enjoying free live music at the ever-popular Tunes at Noon...
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Barons Summerfest GAINES— The annual Barons Motorcycle Club Summerfest will take place July 28-29 in Gaines. Pancake breakfast 9-11 a.m., car and tractor show, craft show, pinup contest, bounce house,...
View ArticleHAP encourages families to get children Immunized at Aug. 4 Summer Health and...
FLINT— Michigan-based insurer Health Alliance Plan is offering free and low-cost immunizations for school-aged children at its Summer Health and Fun Fair on Aug. 4.Immunizations to protect children...
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Show-goers will get a bang out of Center Stage summer musical
BY LANIA ROCHA 810-452-2652 * lrocha@mihomepaper.com SWARTZ CREEK— Swartz Creek Center Stage will bring a beloved children’s classic to life on stage when they present “Chitty Chitty Bang Bang” at the...
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Family movie night SWARTZ CREEK– “Willow” will be shown at dusk Aug. 3 at the Pajtas Theater. Bring blankets or lawn chairs and snacks. – L.R.Used book sale read more
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Search and find … and read
BY LANIA ROCHA 810-452-2652 • lrocha@mihomepaper.com SWARTZ CREEK – A group of dedicate educators has taken the hidden rock craze to a new level to encourage area youth to keep reading.read more
View ArticleCounty investigating possible hack of emergency siren system
GENESEE COUNTY – The Genesee County 9-1-1 Authority, Emergency Weather/Civil Warning Sirens have been suspiciously compromised, according to a spokesperson.The Genesee County 9-1-1 Authority and the...
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GFWC awards $500 scholarship to local student
BY LANIA ROCHA 810-452-2652 • lrocha@mihomepaper.com SWARTZ CREEK– Anna Pirker- Fruehauf of Gaines Township is the recipient of the 2018 GFWC – Swartz Creek Women’s Club scholarship.Pirker-Fruehauf is...
View ArticleFolks of Flint coming to Capitol Theater
FLINT– The Folks of Flint, A Tribute will be hanging at the Capitol Theatre in downtown Flint until early October. The 58-portrait exhibition portrays the people beyond the national headlines, the...
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Friday night dance SWARTZ CREEK– The Swartz Creek Senior Center will host a dance from 6-8:30 p.m. Aug. 17. Age 50 and older. $4. Snacks, refreshments available for sale.– L.R.Family movie night read more
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’18 summer concert series draws thousands to the hill in The Creek
BY LANIA ROCHA 810-452-2652 • lrocha@mihomepaper.com SWARTZ CREEK– The Swartz Creek Fine Arts Association wrapped up a successful season Aug. 7.Crowds consistently numbered around 800 on the hill at...
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Food pantry open CLAYTON TWP.– The Swartz Creek Church of Christ food pantry will be open from 10 a.m. to noon Aug. 25. The church is located at 4410 Seymour Road.– L.R.Back to school bash read more
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