The HUB Flint

Financing pro helps black-owned businesses succeed

It’s been well documented the number of small businesses which has shuttered over the last year due to COVID-19 has been significant.…

By Mark S. Lee on 03/02/2021Comments Below

Area small businesses awarded more than $4 million in state grants; aid retains 1,138 jobs in Genesee County

Michigan Small Business Survival grants totaling $4.12 million were awarded to 291 small businesses in the seven-county Region 6. Of those,…

By TheHUB on 02/17/2021Comments Below

Get yours! ‘Our Town’ program will double gift card purchased at 23 local food businesses

Planning to order carryout or dine in at one of your favorite Genesee County restaurants? Get more for your money with…

By TheHUB on 02/08/2021Comments Below

Flint’s neighborhood rebuilding efforts will define the city’s revitalization

From her office at Metro Community Development, Emily Doerr and…

By Karen Dybis on 02/18/2020Comments Below

Summer Youth Initiative participants help beautify Flint’s neighborhoods

While many teenagers are enjoying the final weeks of their…

By M Lapham on 07/31/2019Comments Below

Flint dad adds to homeowners’ numbers with help from neighborhood program

The Live Flint series is a part of TheHUB ‘s…

By E.B. Allen on 06/04/2019Comments Below

Flint stakeholders point to strong signs of neighborhood improvement

If you live in the city you might have noticed…

By M Lapham on 05/16/2019Comments Below

Small businesses get support with the introduction of the BIG Series

Small and black-owned businesses are the lifeblood of many city neighborhoods and business districts. In Flint, they have too often been among the last to arrive and the…

By TheHUB on 07/07/2020Comments Below

The Industry Club: Where the young fashion forward crowd meets new business opportunities

Part trendsetter, social media expert and influencer, teens bring innate abilities and energy. It’s ingrained in their DNA. And now, thanks to the Boys & Girls Clubs of…

By Guest Blogger on 06/25/2020Comments Below

Dope Flint brand expands in Detroit

The impact of COVID-19 has left many business owners across America in a state of uncertainty as they try to figure out how to adjust to our economy’s…

By Guest Blogger on 06/24/2020Comments Below

There’s no candy coating it: It’s time to ban the sale of flavored vaping products

Cotton candy, cappuccino and Gummiberry flavors are favorites among young vapers, many of whom hardly hit middle school…

By TheHUB on 10/05/2019Comments Below

Fall’s harvest items and more available at mobile pantry

It’s fall harvest time and some of season’s tastiest crops will be among the nutrious food available during…

By Jackie Berg on 09/30/2019Comments Below

Breakfast is the best bet

Breakfast is known as the most important meal of the day, but just how much does a healthy…

By 810 Kids Staff on 09/24/2019Comments Below

Kids love of devices is center at Kettering’s robotics demo

Getting kids inspired about the so-called ‘hard skills’ of…

By Jaishree Drepaul-Bruder on 09/25/2019

Flint’s SBEV helps area residents stay healthy, hydrated and prepped for school

Since its grand opening in 2018, Flint’s Sylvester Broome…

By 810 Kids Staff on 09/04/2019

Sphinx Overture offers Flint kids free violin lessons, music education and teaches crucial life skills

If your elementary school music class was anything like…

By M Lapham on 09/04/2018

How to avoid holiday party pitfalls

I’ve attended many company and client holiday events over the…

By Guest Blogger on 11/20/2018

What can we do?

“I knew what I wanted and where I wanted…

By Jackie Berg on 06/15/2018

Women-owned businesses are driving Flint’s small business boom

You can make it. That was a central theme…

By Jackie Berg on 04/24/2018

Empowered Women Empower Women

There has, and will continue to be, so much…

By Gail Lewis on 04/20/2018

Small businesses get support with the introduction of the BIG Series

Small and black-owned businesses are the lifeblood of many…

By TheHUB on 07/07/2020

The Industry Club: Where the young fashion forward crowd meets new business opportunities

Part trendsetter, social media expert and influencer, teens bring…

By Guest Blogger on 06/25/2020

Dope Flint brand expands in Detroit

The impact of COVID-19 has left many business owners…

By Guest Blogger on 06/24/2020

Consumers Energy Foundation donates $200,000 to help restart Flint & Genesee small businesses

The Consumers Energy Foundation has provided $200,000 in grants…

By TheHUB on 05/06/2020

Tire Project aims to get Flint residents on the road to success

Most everyone wants work to work. And with unemployment…

By TheHUB on 06/18/2020

Returning citizens program gets critical infusion of support

Returning home can be a bumpy process for many…

By TheHUB on 06/17/2020

Investing in Futures

Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan lauded 41-year-old Brian Jones’ extraordinary…

By Jackie Berg on 07/19/2019

Passion fuels Flint entrepreneur Brandon Corder’s entertainment efforts

Brandon Corder is enjoying a breakout year. While he…

By E.B. Allen on 12/18/2019

Flint’s fashion architect constructs new business opportunities for women

Flint is home to more than 75 fashion-focused businesses…

By Tanya Terry on 12/06/2019

Award-winning ‘Passing Strange’ musical at Flint Local 432 this week

A new wave of African American Theatre will be…

By TheHUB on 12/03/2019

Closer to Earth: Animal encounters delighted young area residents

The opportunity to touch a boa constrictor, dig for…

By TheHUB on 11/14/2019

Small businesses get support with the introduction of the BIG Series

Small and black-owned businesses are the lifeblood of many city neighborhoods and business districts. In Flint, they have too often been among the last…

By TheHUB on 07/07/2020Comments Below

The Industry Club: Where the young fashion forward crowd meets new business opportunities

Part trendsetter, social media expert and influencer, teens bring innate abilities and energy. It’s ingrained in their DNA. And now, thanks to the Boys…

By Guest Blogger on 06/25/2020Comments Below

Dope Flint brand expands in Detroit

The impact of COVID-19 has left many business owners across America in a state of uncertainty as they try to figure out how to…

By Guest Blogger on 06/24/2020Comments Below

Kids love of devices is center at Kettering’s robotics demo

Getting kids inspired about the so-called ‘hard skills’ of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) isn’t as difficult as many think. Watch any kid engage with a gaming…

By Jaishree Drepaul-Bruder on 09/25/2019Comments Below

Children in Genesee Intermediate School District eligible for summer food assistance

Children in the Genesee Intermediate School District will have access to well-balanced meals throughout the summer. Those meals…

By Marge Sorge on 06/13/2018

Returning citizens program gets critical infusion of support

Returning home can be a bumpy process for many returning citizens. Too often times they come home to…

By TheHUB on 06/17/2020

Crime Stoppers’ Julie Lopez committed to make Flint, Genesee safer

This profile is part of the FACES of Flint & Genesee Business, a Q&A series highlighting different members…

By Guest Blogger on 07/11/2018

Small businesses get support with the introduction of the BIG Series

Small and black-owned businesses are the lifeblood of many city neighborhoods and business districts. In Flint, they have…

By TheHUB on 07/07/2020

Financing pro helps black-owned businesses succeed

It’s been well documented the number of small businesses which has shuttered over the last year due to COVID-19…

By Mark S. Lee on 03/02/2021

Tire Project aims to get Flint residents on the road to success

Most everyone wants work to work. And with unemployment rising, it’s particularly important that those that seek work…

By TheHUB on 06/18/2020