• Ampy, Marcus E. Sr., 27, of Flushing; 12 months Genesee County Jail and pay $11,731 restitution for insurance fraud-conspiracies and false pretense less than $20,000; Nov. 6, Genesee Circuit Judge Joseph J. Farah. • Baker, Kevelin J., 19, of Flint; 90 days jail and 2 years probation for possession of a short barrel gun/rifle; Nov. 16, Genesee Circuit... Full story »

GENESEE COUNTY, Michigan -- Public health officials say a Genesee County woman in her 50s died last week from illness associated with the H1N1 influenza virus. Michigan has had at least 37 deaths associated with the virus since Sept. 1, 2009. The woman had pre-existing health conditions that put her at high risk for complications from influenza, said Genesee... Full story »

GRAND BLANC TOWNSHIP, Michigan -- A candlelight vigil of remembrance and hope will be held by the Genesee County MADD organization at 7 p.m. Dec. 12 at First Baptist Church, 6106 Saginaw Road, Grand Blanc. Last year, 20 people in Genesee County lost their lives in alcohol-related crashes. In the past 20 years, almost 600 people have died from... Full story »

GENESEE COUNTY, Michigan — Genesee County’s public health officials are calling out for residents to join the American Cancer Society’s annual Great American Smokeout tomorrow. The event happens on the third Thursday of November each year as a way to help people quit using tobacco products for at least one day, inhopes they’ll continue and quit for good. “The physical effects of... Full story »

FLINT, Michigan -- The Food Bank of Eastern Michigan is depending on the community to help it raise $775,000 in six weeks. The food bank announced its holiday campaign goal this morning at a press conference held in the food bank’s warehouse, 2310 Lapeer Rd., Flint.  “I have no doubt that we will reach our goal and exceed it,”... Full story »

GENESEE TOWNSHIP, Michigan -- The state says it knows of at least six cases, the majority from the Flint area and some senior citizens, who are victims an alleged investment scam involving a man whose office is based in Genesee Township and a Nevada-based business. "We expect more to come forward with the news today," said Jason Moon, a spokesman for the Michigan... Full story »

GENESEE TOWNSHIP, Michigan -- A Genesee Township man and GetMoni.com, a company he was associated with, have been ordered by the state to stop selling unregistered investment products. The state Office of Financial and Insurance Regulation today said that this spring and summer it received several complaints from consumers who bought fraudulent promissory notes from John J. Missitti and GetMoni.com after attending a "free... Full story »

MICHIGAN — Anyone who’s lost their job can get help losing pounds for the holidays, with a special offer from Medical Weight Loss Clinic. Anyone currently unemployed can come in to any of MWLC’s 32 Michigan locations or two Ohio locations to sign up for a free program to lose up to 30 pounds. The free program includes one-on-one counseling, a... Full story »

GENESEE TOWNSHIP, Michigan — Don't forget that women are invited to a special Ladies Night Out at Crossroads Village and Huckleberry Railroad, 5-9 p.m. tonight.  Admission is $5 and includes a holiday shopping experience of craft and baking demonstrations, make-it-and-take-it craft projects, a ride on the 1912 Parker Carousel, free food samples, live organ music and prizes given away every... Full story »

SWARTZ CREEK, Michigan — Members of the Swartz Creek Band Boosters will host a Book Fair at Barnes & Noble, 4073 Miller Road, Flint Township, at the Genesee Valley Center, on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 27-28, during store hours of 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Anyone making a purchase those hours can mention to the cashier that they are... Full story »

GENESEE and LAPEER counties, Michigan —  Here's a list of some outdoor events coming up around the area: Upcoming events at Lapeer gun clubThe Lapeer County Sportsmen’s Club, 1213 N. Lake George Road in Attica Township will host the following events: Snowmobile safety classes offered A home study course for youths ages 12-16 wishing to earn the certification necessary to... Full story »

LANSING, Michigan — State wildlife experts say deer hunters could find a late corn harvest impacting their hunt this year. The corn harvest is further behind schedule this fall than at any time in the last 20 years, according to the Department of Natural Resources. As of Nov. 8, only 16 percent of the field corn crop had been harvested statewide.... Full story »

If predictions from GasBuddy.com and the Michigan Public Service Commission are accurate, Michigan drivers and home owners could be in store for one cost-efficient winter. Full story »

GENESEE COUNTY, Michigan — Pricing scanners are getting a workout in the toy aisles this fall. Retailers such as Meijer, Target and Wal-Mart have been slashing prices on hundreds of toys, hoping to capture budget strapped consumers shopping early for their little ones this holiday season. “Everyone’s fighting for the customers and the customers are going to win because... Full story »

• Alexander, Richard D., 34, of Flint; 365 days Genesee County Jail for drunken driving third offense, 17 days jail for driving on a suspended license, second or subsequent offense and 3 years probation, sentence enhanced due to habitual offender fourth status; Oct. 30, Genesee Circuit Judge Joseph J. Farah. • Arnz, Helmu R., 36, of Flint; 99 days... Full story »