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Flint photographer, designers organizing photoshoot to support mental health charity

The Editorial Photoshoot will be from noon-5 p.m. on August 20 at the Ferris Wheel downtown Flint. For a $100 registration fee, participants will receive five retouched images, makeup, and one styled look from a fashion designer.

There is no drama or negativity, just a wide range of community photographers, restaurants, clothing lines, makeup artists, organizations, and volunteers showering each other and every student and family with love and support.
Flint photographers have created an annual day for Flint seniors to ‘Walk N Shine’

"It took only one day out of 365 days to utilize everything that I have been blessed with to give back."

Brush Alley Skateshop organizes a monthly girls Meet Up & Skate event downtown Flint.
Plans for new skate park in Flint continue to progress

"Even if skating might not be your scene, the fact that there’s an activity happening there makes it feel like this is a lively place, there’s good energy here."

A rendering of the new Center for Children’s Integrated Services.
New Genesee Health System facility near downtown Flint will consolidate children’s programs

A new 60,000 square foot space will house all of Genesee Health System's children's programs near downtown Flint.

Jerin Sage led a team that developed the River Lights concept as part of a crowdfunding class to activate public spaces.
Crowdfunding campaign helps team of artists transform River Bank Park for immersive event

“It is humbling to get so much support for these sorts of ideas.”

B Smok3zz has burst onto the scene, in her words, “swinging” and bringing “flame to the booth.”
Bringing “flame to the booth” with JB Smok3zz

"If we're great as a whole, we can be undeniable. That's what I want for our music industry here in the city."

Attendant Care Autism Services has open positions for people of several experience levels.
Removing barriers is a key to helping people re-enter the job market

Employers in many sectors have open positions. Here's how GST Michigan Works is helping remove barriers preventing people from finding jobs.

Flint Style Soccer is hosting a free youth camp this week at Berston Field House.
Flint Style Soccer giving young people techniques and life lessons from local legends

To pre-register for the youth soccer summer camp July 13 and 15, you can visit the Flint Style Soccer website or register at the camp. Flint Style Soccer is also offering drop-in soccer at Berston on July 22 and 29, August 5, 12, and 19 at 6 p.m.

Anne-Marie Atanga incorporated music into her graduation speech for Genesee Early College.
Genesee Early College valedictorian pursuing singing, neuroscience careers

Atanga’s goals in music go beyond just her own aspirations, though. She is working to make opera and classical music more accessible through her use of social media.

Jordyn Anese is on the air from every weekday on 98.9 The Beat.10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Flint’s 98.9 The Beat brings fresh sounds and opportunities to the local listening area

"We definitely want to be the mirror to our community."

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