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!

URC Awarded a $5.6 Million Michigan CRP Incentive

Downtown Flint Health & Wellness District Becomes a Reality (FLINT, Mich. – June 27, 2013) Uptown Reinvestment Corporation has received a $5,649,871 Michigan Community Revitalization Program incentive from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) Strategic Fund. The grant/loan was…

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Be a Tourist in Your Home Town

Ever wonder what it looks like backstage at the Whiting or inside the University of Michigan Flint Recreation Center? Do you have an interest in seeing cultural center attractions without an entrance fee? Or maybe you would love to eat downtown for a discount. Well you can experience it all for a…

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Join the Chamber for a Breakfast Networking Event

On Wednesday, July 10 Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce members have an opportunity to learn more about what’s on the horizon for the region while networking and connecting with colleagues and friends during the Chamber’s Breakfast Networking Event. The event takes place at Bubba O’Malley’s from…

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Young Professionals Host Buckham Spelling Bee

Are you good at Words with Friends? Or maybe Scrabble? Then you should consider taking part in the Genesee Regional Young Professionals Buckham Spelling Bee on Saturday, July 13. The spelling bee, sponsored by the Young Professionals Committee of the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce, provides a…

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CEO Blog: Collaborating on Public Policy Issues for You

By Tim Herman, Chamber CEO Public policy advocacy is an important part of our leadership in Flint and Genesee County. As the region’s lead business and economic development organization, it’s important for you to know the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce stands up for our members. We address…

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Join us for Lunch is on Us

June 12, 2013 – 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m., Flushing County Park Join us for the next Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce Lunch is on Us. Take the opportunity to network and make connections at our monthly networking event hosted by Genesee County Parks and Dort Federal Credit Union. Come join the fun and…

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Chamber Golf Classic to Hit the Links

The Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce Annual Golf Classic is coming on Friday, June 14 at the Flushing Valley Country Club. Space is limited, so don’t miss this opportunity to join your colleagues and friends while making important connections. The shot-gun start will tee off at 9:00 a.m. The…

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