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!

Enjoying a Great Meal in Linden

Part of the fun of living in a place like Flint & Genesee is exploring the many places you have never eaten. There are dozens of wonderful restaurants to try in the county and if you have a sense of adventure, you can make plans for a very delicious foodie staycation. Linden is a beautiful city in…

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Shop Local for the Holidays

With Halloween over and the weather turning colder, minds switch to thoughts of winter holidays. Will you brave the cold and crowds of Black Friday? Do you want to jump online for Cyber Monday? Or do you want to take a moment and be more thoughtful this year about what you buy and where you buy it…

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Spend Thanksgiving on the Mounds in Flint & Genesee

The Mounds ORV Park off of Mt. Morris Road is heaven for those with a love for all things off-road. Whatever you bring, be it an off-road vehicle, a dirt bike, or your UTV there is plenty for you to do on their 370 acres. Whether you’re a seasoned veteran or new to the off-road life you’ll find…

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Explore the Paranormal in Flint & Genesee

History is alive in Flint & Genesee, and with it are the stories of the past and those who lived through it. For those who need a good shiver come fall, there are plenty of opportunities to explore the haunted side of things and maybe have an experience of your own. If you are interested in learning…

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A Love for Donuts in Flint & Genesee

Donuts have become a go-to comfort food for many, and Flint & Genesee is lucky enough to have several independently owned and operated shops that offer dozens of flavors and varieties for even the most discerning of donut connoisseurs. The search for the perfect donut is the sort of adventure that…

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Flint & Genesee is the Home of Outdoor Excitement

For the more adventurous, the warmer months are full of activity and the great thing about Flint & Genesee is you don’t have to leave our area for the things you love to do. If you are looking for adventure, look no further. The Flint & Genesee region sports many waterways, lakes, rivers, and…

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Finding Our History In Flint & Genesee

The Flint & Genesee region has a deep and rich history. Most of us are at least casually familiar with the history of Flint as one of the birthplaces of the automobile and the people that built that legacy but there is much more to the story of this area than that. History is all around us and there…

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Explore the city of Grand Blanc

The city of Grand Blanc, originally inhabited by the Chippewa, was named “Great White” by French traders before 1800. Pioneer families began to settle in 1823 and with the addition of a railroad became a small community by 1862. Today, Grand Blanc is a place for food, family and fun. Grand Blanc has…

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My Dreams Do Come True Celebrates Grand Opening

On Tuesday, April 16 My Dreams Do Come True will celebrate the grand opening of its new location with a ribbon cutting ceremony. The celebration will take place from 10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at 940 S. Grand Traverse in Flint. “My Dreams Do Come True offers new and used formal gowns to deserving…

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