HealthPlus promotes Benman to Director



FLINT TWP. — HealthPlus of Michigan has promoted Nannette Benman to the position of director, sales and account management. She previously managed commercial new business sales for the company. “Nan brings to the position a diverse sales background as a sales consultant, agent and product line manager for several health systems and a strong labor background,” said HealthPlus Vice President […]

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Intern honored for work GRAND BLANC — The State Bank has honored Grand Blanc Community Schools Co-Op/Intern for the month of January to Hunter Melton. Hunter has been working in the Grand Blanc Schools Career Resource Center. He is responsible for data entry, assisting with students and any of the general office tasks. Hunter plans on attending the University of […]

Graeter’s Ice Cream hits shelves at Flint-area Kroger stores



GENESEE COUNTY — The fourthgeneration, family-owned Graeter’s Ice Cream brings its irresistible creaminess, signature bittersweet chocolate chips and one of a kind French Pot process to Flint-area Kroger stores. Made with high-quality, all natural ingredients like cream and pure cane sugar, the iconic brand is poised to take on the super-premium ice cream heavyweights. The Graeter’s name is synonymous with […]

Share Art Flint: a new mini-grants program



FLINT — The Flint area is home to a rich tapestry of grassroots artists, educators and arts and culture organizations that are addressing community issues in creative new ways through the power of arts and culture. The Ruth Mott Foundation believes in the power of the arts to bring people together to explore and address community issues, and is launching […]

Sometimes slow to embrace technology

The VIEW from here

I try to be as tech savvy as I can be for someone who was born in the era of rotary phones, black and white television and 8-Track tapes. I’ve always been slow to embrace technological advances. I know these advances are supposed to make my life easier, but I just find myself resistant to change. It took me forever […]

Band honors fond beginnings in Flint with string of shows




BURTON — Founded during the heart of the ‘70s rock era in Flint, a town once renowned for rock ‘n’ roll innovations, bluesy licks, and plethora of suitable venues, the band Newsmaker — unlike the city’s music culture — has withstood the test of time. Newsmaker, headlining weekend gigs at Nightingale through mid-April, is turning 30 next year. “We’re stronger […]

In Brief



Genesys offers women lifestyle renewal GENESEE COUNTY — Genesys Athletic Club (GAC) is conducting its spring session of “Renew,” a 12-week weight loss and fitness program exclusively for women. A free, informational session will take place April 5, at 6:30 p.m., at GAC. The 12 weeks of Renew are packed with personalized wellness coaching; support and encouragement; and education on […]

Genesys names pediatric inpatient medical director



GENESEE COUNTY — Pediatrician George Zureikat, MD, has joined the Genesys medical team as pediatric inpatient specialist medical director. In this newly-created position, Dr. Zureikat will focus on the treatment and management of inpatient pediatric patients with complex medical conditions. He also will serve as a consultant and additional resource for physicians who provide pediatric inpatient care at Genesys, and […]

Johnny Winter blows into town for Blues, Brews and Bar-B-Que




FLINT — One of the top Texas blues guitarists will get the crowd rocking when Johnny Winter comes to The Whiting March 25 for the Blues, Brews & Bar-BQue event. Known for his signature guitar slinging style, Winter and his current bandmates, which he has been with for 10 years, will perform songs from Winter’s record-winning career, which spans more […]

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Concerts coming up at The Machine Shop FLINT — The Machine Shop, 3539 S. Dort Hwy., Flint, will present Taddy Porter, Tripp N Dixie and the Hangers On on March 24. Doors open at 7 p.m. This is a low dough show. Fair to Midland will perform March 25, with Periphery and Scale the Summit. Doors open at 7 p.m. […]