Kyle Kuzma Foundation Hosting A Free Thanksgiving Dinner In Flint

700 warm to-go meals, one per person, at the Flint Farmers Market Monday Nov 23, 1 to 4 PM. Turkey, mac and cheese, dressing, the works. No registration needed.

Saginaw man reaches 1,000-unit blood donation milestone

SAGINAW, Mich. (WNEM) - A Saginaw man is being recognized for 50 years of helping others through blood donation. Thursday, 79-year-old Ken Gembel reached the milestone of 1,000 units of blood donations. He started his journey in 1974 when a co-worker invited him to give blood at an office blood drive. That one drive inspired him to keep giving for more than five decades.

$6.9 million contract approved for Medical Diamond project

SAGINAW, Mich. (WNEM) - Additional funds have been approved by the Saginaw City Council for infrastructure work on the Medical Diamond project. Monday, the city council approved a $6.9 million contract with American Excavating of Saginaw. The project will include more than a half-mile of road reconstruction from Meredith Street...

Food drive in Burton for Thanksgiving, Christmas

Dow's magical season ends in regional final

Dow's magical season ends in regional final

Lake-effect snow showers possible in Thumb Thursday night

SAGINAW, Mich. (WNEM) - With temperatures continuing to cool off, no doubt the big story in the forecast right now is the chance of lake-effect snow in the Thumb for both Thursday and Friday nights. As of this update, that potential still exists! Where the heaviest snow bands can set up, some light accumulations are certainly possible. More details below.

St. Clair County homes could qualify for no-cost energy upgrades

Blue Water Community Action is accepting applications from St. Clair County and Flint residents for a program that could provide qualifying households with no-cost improvements aimed at making homes more energy efficient. The Weatherization Assistance Program can help eligible households reduce energy waste, improve home comfort and lower heating and cooling costs, according to a community announcement. Available services may include attic, wall or crawlspace insulation, air sealing to reduce drafts, heating system evaluations and eligible improvements, ventilation work and home safety improvements. Both homeowners and renters may qualify. Landlord authorization is required for rental properties. The program is not intended for emergency home repairs. Services depend on eligibility, available funding, a home assessment and scheduling. How to apply for weatherization assistance Residents interested in the program are asked to complete and print the Weatherization Application Packet, then mail or drop off the completed application at the address listed at the top of the application. All signatures must be handwritten on the printed application. Electronic signatures will not be accepted. Applicants also can contact Blue Water Community Action's Weatherization Department at 810-982-8541 or weatherization@bwcaa.org, or visit bwcaa.org . More: How much did President Trump's visit cost Port Huron? Weatherization program

Nominate a Local Family for Banana 101.5’s Holiday Break-In

If you know a Genesee County family that could use a little help this Christmas, tell us their story. We’ll keep it between us so the surprise stays a surprise.

Free Thanksgiving Meals, Turkeys, and Food Baskets Offered Across Metro Detroit Counties

Local groups in Washtenaw, Wayne, Genesee, and Macomb counties will give away free Thanksgiving meals, turkeys, and food baskets in November, according to the University of Michigan Human Resources. Some programs ask people to sign up first. Others serve whoever shows up first. In Wayne County, the Eastside Turkey Giveaway...

Flint congregation gathers at court for St. Mark Baptist arson hearing

FLINT, Mich. (WJRT) - A federal judge denied a request to release Billy Chambers, the man charged with burning St. Mark Missionary Baptist Church, from detention as he waits for his trial. United States District Judge Frances Kay Behm denied the request during a motion hearing Tuesday afternoon in the...

City of Flint and AFSCME Local 1799 Reach Contract Agreement

The City of Flint and AFSCME Local 1799, which represents the City’s supervisors, have reached a tentative contract agreement that has been overwhelmingly ratified by union members. The agreement now moves to the Flint City Council for final consideration and approval. The agreement reflects the work of both the...

North Flint Food Market celebrates one year anniversary

FLINT, Mich. — The North Flint Food Market on Clio Road is celebrating one year of operations and providing residents with a place to shop for healthy foods. The market is located in an area that was once known as a food desert. General Manager Marquise Powell said the...

Rootless Coffee in Grand Blanc to Debut Coffee Shop Addition Next Year

A company is upgrading from local pop-ups to a full-service cafe. Rootless Coffee out of Grand Blanc is making plans for a new coffee shop in the city. Their roastery is currently at 8240 Embury Road Suite K, and the shop looks to be under construction at the same location. An opening date has not yet been announced.

Michigan Agritourism Celebrates 20 Years of Bringing Farms, Communities and Visitors Together

Michigan’s agritourism community gathered last week in Frankenmuth to celebrate 20 years of the Michigan Agritourism Association marking two decades of growth, collaboration and advocacy for an industry that connects Michigan farms with the communities and visitors they serve. Hosted at the Bavarian Inn Lodge in Frankenmuth with the...

Food Bank of Eastern Michigan launches holiday campaign to fight hunger

FLINT, Mich. (WJRT) - The Food Bank of Eastern Michigan launched its annual holiday campaign to help feed thousands of families in need. The "Harvesting Hope, Nourishing Neighbors" campaign kicked off with a mobile food distribution at Every Nation Assembly of God in Flint, with the goal of raising money and distributing food across 22 counties.

The Children’s Place Starts Closing Sales in Michigan, Including Birch Run

All five Michigan stores are holding closing sales. If you’ve got a Children’s Place gift card tucked away, you have through Dec. 12 to use it.

Flint & Genesee Group Celebrates 4-Year Streak in Detroit Free Press’ Top Workplaces Program

(FLINT, Mich., Nov. 6, 2026) For the fourth consecutive year, the Flint & Genesee Group has earned a Top Workplaces honor from the Detroit Free Press Top Workplaces program. It is one of 203 companies on this year’s list. “This recognition reflects the Flint & Genesee Group’s commitment to...