FLUSHING, Michigan — Plans to overhaul Riverview Park took a step forward after a proposed master plan was presented recently to the Flushing City Council. The plan, based on resident input at a public hearing last fall, includes a pedestrian bridge over the river on the southeast side of the park, a spray water park, a canoe launch, amphitheater... Full story »

FLUSHING -- Warmer weather created good conditions for anglers competing in last weekend’s Flushing Walleye Festival. Forty-three entrants submitted 104 walleye for the three weighs-ins during the three-day festival in downtown Flushing. That total was second to last year’s total catch of 154. The festival has been running annually for 10 years.  Anglers were free to fish in any... Full story »

FLUSHING, Michigan — Bruce Bradley has worked on the same Cherry Street block in Flushing for 40 years. Now he has a business with his name on it. Bradley Printing opened this month, replacing Crystal Printing, where Bradley was a 20-year employee. “The fun thing about it is it’s kind of nice seeing your name on the sign,” he... Full story »

Spring Wild Turkey Workshop The Flint River chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation will host its annual Spring Wild Turkey Workshop 1-4 p.m. March 27 at Williams Gun Sight & Outfitters, 7389 Lapeer Rd., Davison Twp. The event is free to all NWTF members and anyone under age 17. The cost is $5 for others. The workshop will... Full story »

FLUSHING, Michigan -- Flushing Schools assistant superintendent Tim Stein was promoted to the district's top spot on Tuesday, replacing the retiring Barbara Goebel. The school board voted 7-0 to hire Stein, who has been with the district for 12 years. Stein will take over as superintendent July 1. He has previously served as principal at Central Elementary before being promoted... Full story »

FLUSHING, Michigan — Here are recent incidents reported to the Flushing Police and Fire departments. Electronic items stolen from West River Road home An unknown suspect broke into a home on West River Road, near Terrace Street sometime between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. March 10. The suspect entered through an unlocked rear door and took a TV and... Full story »

FLUSHING, Michigan — Jacob Eady never caught a fish so easily. Jacob, 14, of Flushing, didn’t partake in the big Flushing Walleye Fest competition. But he did stop by the trout pond at the St. Robert’s Activity Center. The kiddy pool sized pond was filled with walleye, as kids fished all weekend.  For Jacob, it took just a flick... Full story »

FLUSHING, Michigan — City Councilman Dick Bade is leaving the council. Citing health reasons and an urge to do more volunteer work, Bade turned in his letter of resignation at a recent city council meeting. His resignation is effective in April. Bade, 72, was diagnosed with cancer in 2008. “When you have cancer you don’t have energy,” said Bade,... Full story »

GENESEE COUNTY, Michigan — Gas prices have quietly crept up nearly 75 cents over the past year. The average price for gas in Flint was $2.71 per gallon at the beginning of last week, according to gasbuddy.com. Surprised? John Webster, 19, of Flint, was. Webster said he hasn’t noticed the slow increase but said it could be worse. “It’s... Full story »

The time has finally come when we no longer take for granted that we can have what we want when we want it. Hallelujah! Full story »

Shillelagh 4 Mile Run & Walk, March 13, 2010 Full story »

Shillelagh 4 Mile Run & Walk, March 13, 2010 Full story »

Shillelagh 4 Mile Run & Walk, March 13, 2010 Full story »

Shillelagh 4 Mile Run & Walk, March 13, 2010 Full story »

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