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In The News Volunteers work during a cleanup in the College Cultural Neighorhood over the summer. Neighborhoods

Step Up Pick Up event the latest of many creative ways neighborhoods have been engaged this year

Patrick HayesTuesday, October 20, 2020
In The News Flint native Jesse Davis teaches heels and Hip Hop classes in Flint and Detroit. Arts and Culture

“I give you the tools, and you paint me the picture”

Xzavier SimonFriday, October 16, 2020
Feature Story Kayak Flint had a record-breaking number of people kayak the Flint River from their launch this summer. Healthy Communities

Flint’s outdoor spaces provide valuable fitness -- and mental health -- outlets for residents

Patrick HayesWednesday, October 14, 2020
Feature Story RMC Mike (left) and Rio Da Yung OG are among rap acts from Flint growing in popularity. Arts and Culture

Flint Hip Hop is entering a new golden age

Jameson DraperTuesday, October 13, 2020
In The News Ronnie Dunn is the president of Flint Faith Ryderz. Healthy Communities

Cycling group blends community, fitness in Flint

Jenifer VelosoTuesday, October 13, 2020
In The News Megan Heyza (left) of the Flint Porch Project. Neighborhoods

“Porches have the ability to be interaction hubs among neighbors”

Patrick HayesTuesday, October 13, 2020
In The News A new community lab was opened at the Flint Development Center in October. Healthy Communities

New Flint lab aimed at rebuilding community trust in water

Patrick HayesTuesday, October 13, 2020
Feature Story Ace Gabbana during a performance the Flint Local 432. Arts and Culture

Flint music venues need help to keep doors open

Sarah SpohnTuesday, October 6, 2020
In The News Covid-19 testing protocol has been expanded by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services to include mild symptoms like fever, coughing, and shortness of breath. Healthy Communities

Michigan’s Coronavirus Task Force on Racial Disparities identifying needs of vulnerable residents

Brianna NargisoTuesday, October 6, 2020
In The News Dr. Debra Furr-Holden is one of nine community members on a city of Flint task force to help give input from the community to law enforcement. Equity

How Michigan moved the needle on racial disparities in COVID

Debra Furr-HoldenMonday, October 5, 2020
In The News New Crim Fitness Foundation CEO Lauren Holaly-Zembo moved into the role on September 1. Healthy Communities

“We want to be a model for the rest of the nation”

Patrick HayesWednesday, September 30, 2020
In The News TK Thomas, a student at Flint Southwestern, is creating an app to help kids battling mental health issues. Kids and Education

Flint student creating app aimed at fighting depression and anxiety

Sarah SpohnTuesday, September 29, 2020
Feature Story Tiara Willingham, 28, Flint resident, stated, “It’s not about black or white blood. We all bleed the same blood. We all need to get together.” Equity

“All we ask is to be treated equally and left alone”

Jenifer VelosoFriday, September 25, 2020
In The News Students at GVRC are continuing to receive arts programming virtually through Youth Arts: Unlocked. Kids and Education

Youth Arts: Unlocked finds creative ways to deliver virtual programs at GVRC

Patrick HayesWednesday, September 23, 2020
In The News Sylvester Jones (left) and Todd Womack leading a "The Vent" session at Whaley Park. Equity

Community dialogues provide insight on how to create “radical change”

Patrick HayesWednesday, September 23, 2020
Feature Story Kyle Kuzma working with young basketball players during his 2019 camp at Powers Catholic High School. Arts and Culture

Basketball has saved my son’s mental health during the pandemic

Patrick HayesTuesday, September 22, 2020
In The News A Flint Police Officer's story inspired Ann-Marie Blaney to raise money to provide basketballs to Flint kids. Healthy Communities

Story from Flint Police Officer inspires basketball donation drive

Patrick HayesTuesday, September 22, 2020
In The News Flint United owner Kevin Mays Arts and Culture

Flint native bringing professional basketball back to the city

Patrick HayesFriday, September 18, 2020
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