Ashley Schafer

Ashley Schafer is a reporter for Flintside. A lifelong Flint resident, she studied history and creative writing at Mott Community College. She's married to Bobby Schafer, aka Bob Cat. They have two children, Scarlet and Violet, and live on Flint's eastside. She can be reached at [email protected].

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In The News Somas' "ramen kit” allows customers to have restaurant-quality ramen at home.
Feature Story Geamill Gibson and her son buy produce using a doctor's prescription at the Flint Farmers Market.
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10 homey ways to ditch family cabin fever during quarantine


In The News A record-breaking 1,297 children and caregivers visited Flints Children’s Museum during one of their free access days on Presidents Day, December 24.
In The News GST Michigan Works! is a helping hand for anyone who makes the commitment to take part in its programs. Working not only with job seekers, but also employers to assure both parties obtain their perfect employment fit.

How GST Michigan Works! supports local trade talent


In The News Principal Kevelin Jones at Doyle Ryder Elementary leading a mindful moment with his students in the Mindfulness room.
In The News Chancellor Debasish Dutta presents UM-Flint’s Project 2020 action plan to a crowd.

"I see potential and possibility everywhere"


Feature Story Through bringing art therapy to Flint schools, their programs help track how they’re doing with school competence and positive behavioral changes and in order to develop comprehensive feedback establishing relationships with students is imperative.

Shop Floor Theatre Company lets Flint kids create their stories


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Flint is for lovers: Couples share their stories


In The News Kady Yellow is stepping into a newly created position within Flint’s Downtown Development Authority to bring more diversity and inclusivity to Flint’s ever-growing downtown scene.