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In The News Producer and filmmaker Calvin Ray focuses on mental health in the Black community in his new film 'Listen to the Silence.'
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PODCAST: From health inequity to a "hyperjump" for Michigan


Feature Story David Aaron, formerly known as Justin Daye, made a splash on the local music scene in the early 2010s but seemingly vanished from the city and music for several years.

"Capturing a sense of balance" through the life of David Aaron


Feature Story “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.
In The News The Signal Boost talent competition is open for submissions for Flint youth, ages 14-23.
Feature Story The Machine Shop has given a stage to local and national rock, metal and country acts for almost two decades.
In The News A look inside the activity area of EAST Facility that offers a fun learning experience through games and sports.

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


In The News Unfortunately, the music industry at large isn’t always a safe space for African American women to speak up and speak out, yet, it hasn’t stopped Reesé and Tay from living their dreams and giving back to the community.

Becoming the power source of Flint with The 810 Flow


Feature Story Within Velly Beretta’s eyes—named after his first name and his favorite gun—is the look of a man who carries the weight of the world upon his shoulders.
In The News Matthew Walker, CEO of the PixelStix platform, pulls up a mural play in Carriage Town.
Feature Story The intimacy created is purposeful—intentional energy fostered by RudeBoi to manifest the best from the artists he works with and the music composed.
In The News Several Flint businesses have festivities planned for "810 Day" on August 10.