Genesee County Sheriff: "Do Something Nice"September 22, 2025Jessica Mathews / news@whmi.comIn light of recent division and violence, Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson is calling for unity. Along with US United, Swanson announced National Unity Day - a day that has been officially recognized by the National Day Registry. In December 2020, six months after the sheriff walked with protestors in Flint Township, the Genesee County Sheriff’s Office launched its annual Christmas Spectacular. It provided needed furniture, supplies, food, and toys to families around Genesee County who were in need. This year, during the first National Unity Day on December 13, the Genesee County Sheriff’s Office will hold its 6th Annual Christmas Spectacular.