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Feature Story Actors Carol Sizer and Bill Klein rehearse "Memory of a Dance," a play about dementia commissioned by the Southwest Michigan-based Region IV Area Agency on Aging to spread community awareness of the experiences of people living with dementia. Healthy Communities

PODCAST: Building more dementia-friendly communities

PATRICK DUNNWednesday, July 26, 2023
Feature Story The Flint Fresh Food Hub and Mobile Market encourage healthy eating by making local farm fresh produce more accessible to Flint residents. Healthy Communities

Flint Fresh Food Hub connects residents to farmers and fresh, locally-grown produce

Jarielle Tasha NettlesMonday, July 24, 2023
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‘Tis the season at Flint Farmers’ Market ‘Christmas in July’ event

Flintside News BriefsMonday, July 24, 2023
In The News The fourth annual Porch Fest in Carriage Town happens on Friday, July 21, 2023. The free community festival will have food, yard games, street art, bounce houses, and live music performances. Arts and Culture

The fourth annual Porch Fest in Carriage Town is underway

Jarielle Tasha NettlesThursday, July 20, 2023
Feature Story Pro-wrestlers pulled out all the stops for the 'Lockdown Pro Wrestling Fundraiser' at Sylvester Broome Empowerment Village on Thursday, July 13, 2023. Arts and Culture

In Pictures: Sylvester Broome Empowerment Village hosts 'Lockdown Pro Wrestling Fundraiser'

Rayford GrayWednesday, July 19, 2023
Feature Story Flint natives Furillostar and Brelia Renee recently teamed up to form the new pop-R&B duo, BFF. Arts and Culture

The gratitude and new attitude of Flint's rising pop-R&B duo, BFF

Xzavier SimonTuesday, July 11, 2023
Feature Story Hundreds of people gather in downtown Flint's Buckham Alley for Alley Fest, an annual event hosted by nonprofit Friends of the Alley featuring live music, food, and vendors, on Saturday, July 8, 2023. Arts and Culture

In Pictures: Alley Fest 2023 in Flint's Buckham Alley

Katy KildeeMonday, July 10, 2023
In The News The Summer Art Camps at the Flint Institute of Arts are going on now throughout the summer, giving Genesee County kids a chance to learn new skills and express themselves through the arts. Arts and Culture

FIA's Summer Art Camps give local kids a chance to express themselves and learn new skills

Brianna NargisoMonday, July 10, 2023
In The News From July 12-14, the ladies of the Cars 108 Wake-Up Show will participate in the Eighth Annual Cars 108 Roof Sit to help raise money for Whaley Children’s Center. The 3-day fundraiser will take place on the downtown Grand Blanc McDonald's roof. Community Development

Cars 108's annual 'Roof Sit' aims to raise awareness and funds for Whaley Children’s Center

Flintside News BriefsWednesday, July 5, 2023
In The News Hamilton Community Health Network encourages Flint and Genesee County residents to get regular check-ups and learn more about how they can prioritize their eye health.  Healthy Communities

Local eye specialist gives insight on the importance of eye health

Brianna NargisoSaturday, July 1, 2023
Feature Story Flint native Lottie Ferguson is the new Vice President of Development and Donor Services of the Community Foundation of Greater Flint. Community Development

Lottie Ferguson is ready for new role at the Community Foundation of Greater Flint

Sarah SpohnThursday, June 29, 2023
Feature Story Students run a farm stand as part of Partridge Creek Farm's farm to school program in Ishpeming. Healthy Communities

Michigan programs empower kids to be community health leaders

ESTELLE SLOOTMAKER Thursday, June 29, 2023
In The News Flint Local 432 is set to host 'Local Fest' on Saturday, July 1, 2023. The all-day festival aims to celebrate all things Flint with food, fun, and music performances by local artists. Arts and Culture

'Local Fest' celebrates all things Flint with food, music, and fun this weekend

Megan SpeaksFriday, June 23, 2023
Feature Story This year's Pride Month in Flint will be filled with exciting activities, live performances, colorful bike rides, and much more. Arts and Culture

Flint celebrates this year's PRIDE Month in major ways

Xzavier SimonTuesday, June 20, 2023
In The News On June 27-28, educators will gather in Flint to learn about Conscious Discipline, a mindfulness technique that aids in effective teacher/student interaction and classroom management.  Community Development

'Conscious Discipline' workshop offers new approach to classroom management

Katy KildeeMonday, June 19, 2023
Feature Story Dr. Cathrine Frank is one of the co-creators of a new initiative to screen, assess, and treat patients for suicide risk. Healthy Communities

Michigan doctors challenge others to join them in a quest for "Zero Suicide"

ESTELLE SLOOTMAKERFriday, June 16, 2023
Feature Story Music artist Anthony Feimster, known as Feimstro, stands posed outside Blackstone's Smokehouse after the opening night of his downtown tour on June 10, 2023. Arts and Culture

The resounding soul and funk of Flint's own Feimstro

Xzavier SimonThursday, June 15, 2023
In The News Flint rap artist Jeff Skigh kicks off the summer with a free community-wide barbecue event in Flint's Carriage Town on Saturday, June 17, 2023. Arts and Culture

Carriage Town comes alive with community-wide barbecue event this weekend

Jarielle Tasha NettlesWednesday, June 14, 2023
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