Police are cracking down on Michigan drivers who are not wearing seatbelts in the return of the “Click it of Ticket” enforcement campaign running from May 16th through June 5th. Though seatbelt use is legally required for drivers year-round, the campaign is a reminder for drivers to buckle up for … [Read more...] about Click It Or Ticket Begins Again In Michigan
Local Happenings
Concrete Truck Catches Fire in Fenton
With the large housing shortage there has been a major surge, especially in the Fenton area, for new construction homes. With Genesee County’s frost laws off, basements are being poured and the building has begun again. However, sometimes things do not go as planned. In what could now literally … [Read more...] about Concrete Truck Catches Fire in Fenton
47th Annual Durand Railroad Days Festival!
Today is the first day of the 4-day long Durand Railroad Days Festival which runs May 12th 2022 through May 15th 2022. The festival kicks off with carnival rides and food vendors which will be present throughout the festival, and a Euchre tournament later tonight. The festival continues Friday by … [Read more...] about 47th Annual Durand Railroad Days Festival!
Amazon Fresh Coming to Grand Blanc
Mid-Michigan’s first Amazon Fresh store is on it’s way. The upcoming Grand Blanc Marketplace development confirmed that an Amazon Fresh location will be opening in the former Kmart located at the intersection of Holly Road and Bella Vista Drive. So far, there are only 30 Amazon Fresh stores … [Read more...] about Amazon Fresh Coming to Grand Blanc
350 Acre Flint Buick City Deal Pending
Ashley Capital, one of the largest privately-held real estate investment companies in the United States, has contracted to purchase the remaining 350 acres of what was once the Buick City site. The company has a 40 year history of financing and developing industrial properties. In a letter … [Read more...] about 350 Acre Flint Buick City Deal Pending
Jury finds Flint Man Guilty on All counts in 2019 Triple Homicide
Employment Opportunities with Genesee County
Looking for a job or a different job? Genesee County currently has a variety of positions available across many departments and offers competitive wages, benefits, and both full and part time options. Their benefits package includes low cost medical, employer paid vision and dental, 401k, … [Read more...] about Employment Opportunities with Genesee County
Donald Trump to hold rally in Washington Township on April 2nd
The former President Donald Trump is said to return to Michigan for a rally on the 2nd of April at the Michigan Star Sports Center at 65665 Powell Road in Washington Township. The event would start at 7 pm but doors open at 2pm, Tickets will be served on a first come first serve basis with two … [Read more...] about Donald Trump to hold rally in Washington Township on April 2nd
Gardening in Genesee on a Budget!
Do you enjoy gardening, or are thinking about getting into it for the first time? There are some wonderful resources for Genesee County residents to get growing for free, or at a low cost! With the rising cost of groceries, backyard gardens are becoming more common. The Genesee District Library … [Read more...] about Gardening in Genesee on a Budget!
Natural gas line explodes off Runyan Lake Road, north of Center Road 3/6/2022
US 23 shutdown, residents in the area urged to shelter in place, close all windows and doors. A natural gas leak reported today at 9 am resulted in an explosion minutes later. This has caused large congestion on US 23 and is causing a large delay. … [Read more...] about Natural gas line explodes off Runyan Lake Road, north of Center Road 3/6/2022