A family takes a photo near the rose garden at Applewood Estate in Flint, Michigan.

The Explore Flint & Genesee blog features local attractions, restaurants, and weekly things to do in and around the county. Here you'll be able to learn more about our area to help you plan your next trip or discover your next favorite attraction or restaurant in Flint & Genesee!

Chamber Website Features New Events Photo Gallery

You ought to be in pictures. Chances are – if you’ve attended any Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce events lately – you are! We’ve added a new gallery to the Chamber’s website home page that features photos from Chamber events, including our monthly Lunch is on Us outings, After Hours Wine Down…

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Volunteers Sought for Flint ‘Be a Tourist’ Event

As hundreds of people make plans to converge on downtown Flint this summer, we’re lining up the volunteers to greet them during the Flint & Genesee Convention & Visitors Bureau’s annual “Be a Tourist in Your Home Town” event. The one-day event on Saturday, July 18, will offer residents and…

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New Members: April 2015

To become a member, contact Heather Kale at hkale@flintandgenesee.org or (810) 600-1427 or DeAndra McCain at dmccain@flintandgenesee.org or (810) 600-1408. Cool Bus Party Rental Burton, MI 48539 (810) 545-7075 www.coolpartybusrental.com Ben Baker DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse 4135 Miller Road Flint…

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Kettering grad dedicated to Flint's revitalization

Throughout her upbringing, education and professional career, the one underlying theme in Essence Wilson ‘05's life is unwavering support and belief in Flint’s revitalization. “I always had a passion for Flint and see a great deal of potential and opportunity here,” Wilson said. “I see my peers…

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Landaal Packaging Systems: Packaging A Healthier Earth

By Stephanie Irwin - Innovative Health Magazine (An excerpt) I often had noticed the Landaal Packaging Systems office when eating in Blackstone’s Pub in Flint. But, aside from the attractive building façade, I had never given much thought to who they are or what they do. Package what? But as the…

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Signs by Crannie Moves into New Building

Next phase of growth for company celebrating 30 year anniversary Signs by Crannie has begun the move to their new building Flint Township in April, 2015 – 30 years after the business was started. The recently renovated 52,000 square foot building at 4145 Market Place in Flint Township across from…

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