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One of America's first subdivisions, Civic Park was built100 years ago by General Motors. More recently it has become home to renewed community engagement and neighborhood investment.
One of America's first subdivisions, Civic Park was built100 years ago by General Motors. More recently it has become home to renewed community engagement and neighborhood investment. Mike Naddeo
An aerial view of Max Brandon Park. Checkout the Flintside Facebook page for a video Flintside's Mike Naddeo for a birds-eye view of the city.
An aerial view of Max Brandon Park. Checkout the Flintside Facebook page for a video Flintside's Mike Naddeo for a birds-eye view of the city. Mike Naddeo | Flintside
The night sky in Flint, adorned by the sculpture above the UM-Flint pavilion and Hurley.
The night sky in Flint, adorned by the sculpture above the UM-Flint pavilion and Hurley. Mike Naddeo
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In The News The musical comedy 'Lovesick: The Cat Allergy Musical' is set to run at the Flint Local 432 from Sept. 15-17 and Sept. 22-24. Arts and Culture

Dark Room Productions presents funny feline show, ‘Lovesick: The Cat Allergy Musical’

Sarah SpohnMonday, September 11, 2023
The musical comedy 'Lovesick: The Cat Allergy Musical' about a cat lady in search of love is set to run at the Flint Local 432 from Sept. 15-17 and Sept. 22-24.
In The News Hamilton Community Health Network urges Flint residents with Medicaid coverage to update their personal information as Michigan undergoes Medicaid redetermination. Healthy Communities

Hamilton Community Health Network urges Flint residents to update Medicaid coverage

Brianna NargisoThursday, September 7, 2023
Hamilton Community Health Network urges Flint residents with Medicaid coverage to update their personal information as Michigan undergoes Medicaid redetermination.
In The News The 20th anniversary of The Good Beans Cafe's 'Goodstock' festival takes place on Saturday, Sept. 9 from 3-9 p.m. Arts and Culture

The Good Beans Cafe invites the Flint community out to Goodstock ‘23

Sarah SpohnTuesday, September 5, 2023
In honor of the 20th anniversary of their Goodstock festival, The Good Beans Cafe invites the community out for a free, family-friendly, one-day festival on Saturday, Sept. 9 from 3-9 p.m.   
Feature Story Participants at Ypsilanti PreK for All listening session. Healthy Communities

PreK for All listening sessions gather feedback from parents, childcare providers, and educators

ASHLEY KINGWednesday, August 30, 2023
Listening sessions across the state are gathering feedback from parents, childcare providers, early childhood educators, and school districts to inform the roll-out of PreK for All.
In The News Flint native Brandon Corder, founder of Beats x Beers, is back with the fourth annual Block Party this Labor Day weekend. Arts and Culture

Beats x Beers 4th annual ‘Block Party’ happens on Labor Day weekend

Tia ScottWednesday, August 30, 2023
“This year, we wanted to keep it about Flint.” The fourth annual Beats x Beers Block Party returns to downtown Flint on Labor Day weekend, and this year, the spotlight is on local talent.
Feature Story Flint native Mark L. Miller is the Community Foundation of Greater Flint's Interim President and CEO. Community Development

Get to know Community Foundation of Greater Flint Interim President and CEO, Mark L. Miller

Sarah SpohnTuesday, August 29, 2023
"It is a legacy endeavor to leave the place you call home better than you found it." Flintside spoke with Mark L. Miller about his new role as the Community Foundation's Interim President and CEO.
In The News The Rx Kids program recently received $16.5 million in state funding to help tackle the issues of poverty and health disparities in Flint. Healthy Communities

Flint-based Rx Kids program receives $16.5 million in Michigan state funding

Sarah MarkstromTuesday, August 29, 2023
The Rx Kids program recently received $16.5 million in state funding to help tackle the issues of poverty and health disparities in Flint. 
Feature Story Jared Hurd, co-owner of FLI-City Studios, at Blessing of the Lowriders Crew Battle in Southwest Detroit in May 2023. Arts and Culture

FLI-City Studios offers adult breakdancing classes to Flint residents who want to bust a move

Brianna NargisoMonday, August 28, 2023
FLI-City Studios is set to host beginner breakdancing classes for adults on Wednesday evenings. The class session provides adult beginners with a safe place to fall in love with the art of breaking.
Partner Content AAoM held a back-to-school event at Corner Health in Ypsilanti on Aug. 16. Healthy Communities

Health and wellness are the building blocks for a successful school year

AUTISM ALLIANCE OF MICHIGANWednesday, August 23, 2023
Prioritizing children’s health and wellness is the first step toward ensuring they are prepared for a successful school year and able to fully participate in learning.
Feature Story A Livability Lab meeting. Healthy Communities

Livability Labs bring Muskegon County leaders together to solve community challenges

ESTELLE SLOOTMAKERWednesday, August 23, 2023
An annual collaboration among a slew of cross-sector organizations and community members has created 15 teams working to develop solutions to community challenges in Muskegon County.  
In The News Genesee Early College's new home is located in French Hall on the University of Michigan-Flint's campus. Kids and Education

GISD to celebrate new location for Genesee Early College

Brianna NargisoWednesday, August 23, 2023
Genesee Intermediate School District is set to host a ribbon-cutting ceremony for Genesee Early College on Wednesday, August 30, 2023. The high school will now reside on the University of Michigan–Flint campus.
Feature Story Flint native, former journalist, author, and Buckham Gallery's 3rd Writer in Residence, Bob Campbell, inside the gallery in downtown Flint on July 29, 2023. Arts and Culture

Bob Campbell explores a "different kind of writing" as Buckham Gallery's 3rd Writer in Residence

Xzavier SimonTuesday, August 22, 2023
“Pound for pound, I don’t think there’s a city more nostalgic than Flint.” Flintside spoke with author Bob Campbell about being Buckham Gallery’s 3rd Writer in Residence, his journey as a writer, and the stories he has yet to write.
In The News 100K Ideas now resides in the Dryden Building at 601 S Saginaw Street in downtown Flint. Economic Development

100K Ideas expands outreach in new move to Dryden Building

Brianna NargisoMonday, August 21, 2023
The entrepreneurial-driven nonprofit 100K Ideas has found its new home inside the Dryden Building in downtown Flint, expanding its outreach and resources in the local community.
Feature Story College student and former migrant worker Dilayla Martinez with Migrant Legal Aid attorney Molly Spaak. Healthy Communities

Michigan's migrant farm workers face many health challenges, but help is available

ESTELLE SLOOTMAKERThursday, August 17, 2023
Many of Michigan’s migrant farm workers risk injuries, illness, and chronic disease, which often go untreated. State and nonprofit programs are available to help.
Feature Story Cloudy skies didn't stop Flint from attending The Antidote Fest 2 on July 29, 2023. (Anthony Summers | Flintside) Arts and Culture

The sustainability of Flint's golden age of music

Xzavier SimonWednesday, August 16, 2023
Flintside music writer Xzavier Simon examines the current state of Flint rap and R&B and explores the developments and adversities within the scene.
In The News Three teenagers are hanging out at Eldorado Vista Park, which sits in the heart of the Ballenger Hwy Neighborhood, on August 13, 2023. Neighborhoods

Flintside brings "On The Ground" series to the Ballenger Hwy Neighborhood

Xzavier SimonWednesday, August 16, 2023
For this year's 'On the Ground' series, Flintside will focus on the neighborhood of Ballenger Hwy and provide in-depth coverage that aims to learn about and highlight the area's businesses, community members, and events.
Feature Story Genesee Intermediate School District recently received state grant funding and announced two staff advancement programs to assist with developing educators from within local districts.  Kids and Education

GISD receives grant funding, offers staff advancement programs for local educators

Jarielle Tasha NettlesTuesday, August 15, 2023
Genesee Intermediate School District recently received state grant funding and announced two staff advancement programs to assist with developing educators from within local districts.
Feature Story Katie Hoener works with Washtenaw County CMH's crisis negotiation unit. Healthy Communities

Community mental health and law enforcement collaborate to keep people out of jail

JOANNE BAILEY-BOORSMATuesday, August 15, 2023
Collaborations between community mental health and law enforcement are helping people with mental health issue get the help they need and stay out of jail.
Feature Story Heather Rieger cosplays as Roxy from “Five Nights at Freddy’s” during Really Cool Comic Con on Sunday, Aug. 6, 2023, at the Dort Financial Center in Flint. Arts and Culture

In Pictures: The Really Cool Comic Con at Dort Financial Center

Katy KildeeMonday, August 14, 2023
Photo-journalist Katy Kildee captured the epic costumes and fun at the Really Cool Comic Con at the Dort Financial Center in Flint on Sunday, August 6, 2023.
Feature Story Children at Baxter Community Center in Grand Rapids. Healthy Communities

Consultants empower child care providers to meet mental health needs of the youngest Michiganders

ESTELLE SLOOTMAKERThursday, August 10, 2023
The Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation program sends trained early childhood consultants to daycare settings and preschools to help caregivers better meet children's needs.
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