Features

“I’m trying to get to a place where I can find all of myself in my music." Rap artist and podcast host Figga Da Kid is focused on work, music, and success.

Arts and Culture

A curated journey of vulnerability with The Pop up Shop’s Figga Da Kid

Xzavier SimonThursday, October 21, 2021

The Signal Boost talent competition is open for submissions for Flint youth, ages 14-23.

Arts and Culture

Signal Boost talent competition gives Flint youth a chance to shine

Ashley SchaferWednesday, October 20, 2021

Communities First, Inc. hosted an informative workshop on Oct. 7 in Flint to prepare public input on the redistricting process and maps in their community.

Community Development

Michigan nonprofits are asking their communities to comment on maps for state redistricting process

MJ GalbraithTuesday, October 19, 2021

Anthony Paul is the C.O.O of Wav Village, a music studio located inside of the historic Paterson Building of downtown Flint.

Arts and Culture

Wav Village talks about the importance of creating a safe space for Flint music culture

Xzavier SimonMonday, October 18, 2021

The Machine Shop has given a stage to local and national rock, metal and country acts for almost two decades.

Arts and Culture

The Machine Shop still needs community support to keep on rockin'

Sarah SpohnMonday, October 18, 2021

A look at Flint's century-old Washington Elementary School after being set afire this month. This is just one of the sudden fires that have been plaguing the area for several months.

Neighborhoods

In the line of fire: Flint resident expresses concern over the fires in Eastside Franklin Park

Lisa SquierFriday, October 15, 2021

A Genesee County Health Department Registered Nurse prepares the Pfizer vaccine at the first mobile vaccine clinic in Flint at Northwestern High School.

Healthy Communities

COVID-19 vaccination cases and easy-to-use tools for tracking numbers in Flint

Jenifer VelosoThursday, October 14, 2021

Healthy Communities

More paramedics give proactive, non-emergency care as community paramedicine grows in Michigan

Estelle SlootmakerThursday, October 14, 2021

Produce at a Michigan Farm to Family: CSA pickup at Lakeshore Depot in Marquette.

Healthy Communities

In the Upper Peninsula, finding an affordable CSA is a SNAP

Estelle SlootmakerWednesday, October 13, 2021

A look inside the activity area of EAST Facility that offers a fun learning experience through games and sports.

Community Development

"We want them to have fun without knowing they are learning"

Miriam BinghamWednesday, October 13, 2021

Tarissa Reel pauses for a quick photo before returning to the 800-mile venture.

Healthy Communities

An 800-mile walk by Flint native leads to raising mental health awareness

Miriam BinghamTuesday, October 12, 2021

The Burton VFW Post 2777 serves veterans in Flint and all over Genesee County.

Volunteerism

VFW posts provide vital resources for veterans — and they need more support

Lisa SquierMonday, October 11, 2021

Healthy Communities

New clinic helps Michiganders overcome traumas of intensive care

Estelle Slootmaker Friday, October 8, 2021

Entrepreneurship

Turning business into something sweet with Dumboes Elephant Ears & Funnel Cakes

Xzavier SimonWednesday, October 6, 2021

From left to right: APIA president Willie Dechavez, Commissioner Anthony Eid, Commissioner Richard Weiss, Commissioner M.C. Rothhorn, Commissioner Rebecca Szetela, Rebeka Islam, APIA Vice President Leinda Schleicher

Community Development

How underrepresented communities have a chance to overcome gerrymandering

MJ GalbraithTuesday, October 5, 2021

Makeup Artist Jocklyn Pierce-Mayfield discusses beauty and self-esteem during "Day of Support" event.

Community Development

Makeup artist partners with St. Luke’s N.E.W. Life Center to celebrate local women

Ladel LewisMonday, October 4, 2021

Students in the McKenzie Patrice Croom Water Lab get STEM experience while also connecting with the community.

Healthy Communities

Water lab in Flint Development Center provides opportunities for high school and college students

Megan SpeaksSunday, October 3, 2021

Percy Whitmore during his book event at Comma Bookstore in September.

Kids and Education

Flint native discusses “sharing the keys” on The Ray Podcast

Rayvon TaylorThursday, September 30, 2021

Community Development

Introducing the new editor of Flintside: Tia Scott

Tia ScottWednesday, September 29, 2021

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The Hollow Coin

October 1-31, 2021

Flint Institute of Arts

The Hollow Coin explores roles of authority in public space and the intersection of personal and historical narratives. The video combines documentary footage of New York City’s rapidly disappearing network of payphones with audio of a covertly recorded telephone ...

Brush with Reality: Yigal Ozeri

Through January 2, 2022

Flint Institute of Arts

Based in New York City, Yigal Ozeri is an Israeli artist best known for his meticulously crafted large-scale images of women in landscapes. These works have the appearance of photographs, but they are actually paintings. His exhibition, "Brush With Reality," is ...

Entropy at Buckham Gallery

October 8-November. 6, 2021

Buckham Gallery

October 8 - November 6, 2021 Entropy Jennifer Bock-Nelson Kelly A. Mueller Amy Sacksteder Buckham Gallery is pleased to present our next exhibition- Entropy, featuring works by Jennifer Bock-Nelson, Kelly A. Mueller and Amy Sacksteder. Entropy responds to the ...

William Davidson Institute Virtual Roundtable

November 5, 2021, 2:00 p.m.

Online via Zoom

A Vision for a Stronger U.S.-Mexico Partnership: Emerging Opportunities in the Automotive Industry. Respondents who'd like to attend can register directly at [email protected]