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Feature Story Most of Michigan’s counties having childcare deserts, areas that have three or more families competing for one available childcare slot. Kids and Education

Regional organizations help determine the childcare landscape within their own communities

JOANNE BAILEY-BOORSMAWednesday, January 17, 2024
Feature Story Photographed on Jan. 6, 2024, St. Mark Missionary Baptist Church has been a beacon in the Flint community for many years. Neighborhoods

Serving God and community: A conversation with Pastor Kevin Thompson

Michell ThompsonTuesday, January 16, 2024
Feature Story Flint native and business owner Jade Marshaé poses brazenly inside her home on Dec 28, 2023. Neighborhoods

The FREEdom and Hidden Holistics of Jade Marshaé

Jerimiah WhiteheadMonday, January 15, 2024
Feature Story Jim Bardenhagen of Suttons Bay-based Bardenhagen Farms is one of many Michigan farmers who sold his produce to Michigan clients through Cherry Capital Foods. Healthy Communities

After a Traverse City food distributor's closure, Michigan farmers work to keep produce in state

ESTELLE SLOOTMAKER Thursday, January 11, 2024
Feature Story Enrollment for Genesee Intermediate School District's Great Start Readiness Program is currently open for preschool-age children in Genesee County. Kids and Education

Enrollment for Great Start Readiness Program is open for students in Genesee County

Sarah SpohnWednesday, January 10, 2024
In The News Founded by Flint native Jordan Johnson, the nonprofit organization, CRAVE Academy, seeks to bridge a gap in resources for families and individuals living with disabilities. Kids and Education

New organization CRAVE Academy offers programs that motivate students with disabilities

Dezha PetersonTuesday, January 9, 2024
Feature Story Lee Grant Allen Jr. is the co-owner of BAU-HŌUSE, a store located in downtown Flint that hosts exclusive streetwear, sneakers, and art exhibits from artists around the Midwest. Entrepreneurship

Three entrepreneurs share success stories in ninth episode of 100K Ideas' client storytelling series

Sarah SpohnTuesday, January 2, 2024
Feature Story Hamilton Community Health Network and Center for Hope staff members pose for a group picture during the community-wide blanket donation delivery on Wednesday, Dec. 20, 2023. Healthy Communities

Center For Hope & Hamilton Community Health partner for community-wide blanket drive

Jenifer VelosoSaturday, December 30, 2023
Feature Story Photographed on Dec. 20, 2023, BAMS African Market on South Ballenger Highway hosts West African organic “foodstuff sourcing, products, fashion, and various home needs.” Entrepreneurship

Keeping the community healthy with BAMS African Market

Xzavier SimonFriday, December 29, 2023
Feature Story Flint residents Billie Dantzler, Jerimiah Whitehead, and Michell Thompson participated in Flintside’s Community Correspondent Journalism Workshop as a part of our 'On the Ground' story series. Neighborhoods

Meet Flintside's Ballenger Highway Community Correspondents

Xzavier SimonThursday, December 28, 2023
Partner Content AAoM hosts immunization and health screening clinics across the state. Healthy Communities

Get vaccinated for the holidays!

JOSEPH GORALThursday, December 21, 2023
Feature Story Flint native Matthew Wiley, pictured outside checking texts, DMs, and emails on Nov. 30, 2023. Arts and Culture

Into the depths of 'Azure' with Flint music artist Matthew Wiley

Xzavier SimonWednesday, December 20, 2023
Feature Story Representatives from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, IFF, KConnect, First Steps Kent, and Grand Rapids Public Schools were among those sharing at the event. Kids and Education

Report highlights need for more and more equitable early childhood care and education

ASHLEY KINGTuesday, December 19, 2023
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