While its boundaries may be the Flint River to the west and Dort Highway to the east, the Eastside has Franklin Ave. as its main north-south artery and Davison Road as its main east-west artery. Along these roads certain well established businesses, with long histories of community involvement, have contributed to the general stability of the area. However, on Davison Road, two such businesses have closed their doors within the last few years.
The Eastside is characterized by its western edge along the Flint River and eastern edge along Dort Highway, with Franklin Avenue serving as a key north-south route and Davison Road functioning as a main east-west thoroughfare. These roads are anchored by established businesses that have been integral to the community for many years. However, in recent years, two of these long-standing businesses on Davison Road have closed their doors.