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Feature Story Mario Moore, American, born 1987. The Drum Rolls on, 2021. Oil on canvas 66 x 48in. Collection of Nancy and Sean Cotton. Arts and Culture

Detroit's Mario Moore presents 'Revolutionary Times' exhibit at Flint Institute of Arts

Brianna NargisoWednesday, January 10, 2024
Feature Story Representatives from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, IFF, KConnect, First Steps Kent, and Grand Rapids Public Schools were among those sharing at the event. Kids and Education

Report highlights need for more and more equitable early childhood care and education

ASHLEY KINGTuesday, January 9, 2024
Feature Story Flint native Mark Farner, frontman of legendary Flint rock band Grand Funk Railroad, recently released the live album 'Rock ‘N’ Roll Soul: Live 1989.' Arts and Culture

Flint native Mark Farner of Grand Funk Railroad is still bringing the funk

Jeff PiechowskiSunday, January 7, 2024
In The News Desiree Kelly. American, born 1990. Shields, 2018. Oil and spray paint on traffic sign 35 × 35 in. Museum purchase with funds from the Collection Endowment 2019.13. Arts and Culture

‘Made in Michigan’ exhibit at FIA features artwork from artists across the state

Tia ScottSunday, December 31, 2023
Feature Story Photographed on Dec. 20, 2023, BAMS African Market on South Ballenger Highway hosts West African organic “foodstuff sourcing, products, fashion, and various home needs.” Entrepreneurship

Keeping the community healthy with BAMS African Market

Xzavier SimonFriday, December 29, 2023
Feature Story Flint residents Billie Dantzler, Jerimiah Whitehead, and Michell Thompson participated in Flintside’s Community Correspondent Journalism Workshop as a part of our 'On the Ground' story series. Neighborhoods

Meet Flintside's Ballenger Highway Community Correspondents

Xzavier SimonThursday, December 28, 2023
Feature Story Pictured on Dec. 27, 2023, Ballenger Park sits on the corner of Dupont and Flushing Road, holding space for community events, basketball games, and picnics. Neighborhoods

In Pictures: Ballenger Highway Neighborhood & Park

Xzavier SimonThursday, December 28, 2023
Partner Content AAoM hosts immunization and health screening clinics across the state. Healthy Communities

Get vaccinated for the holidays!

JOSEPH GORALThursday, December 21, 2023
Feature Story Flint native Matthew Wiley, pictured outside checking texts, DMs, and emails on Nov. 30, 2023. Arts and Culture

Into the depths of 'Azure' with Flint music artist Matthew Wiley

Xzavier SimonWednesday, December 20, 2023
In The News The popular 'Toast' event invites Flint out for a night of food, music, and fun while toasting to this year's progress and success. Arts and Culture

Toast to the new year at Beats x Beers’ 4th annual ‘Toast’ event this weekend

Tia ScottTuesday, December 19, 2023
In The News The beloved holiday classic ‘A Charlie Brown Christmas’ comes to life on stage at the FIM Whiting Auditorium on Thursday, Dec. 20, 2023. Arts and Culture

'A Charlie Brown Christmas' brings holiday fun to FIM Whiting Auditorium

Sarah SpohnSunday, December 17, 2023
In The News Dr. Lawrence Reynolds shares his story of surviving through perseverance and triumph on Dec. 8, 2023. Healthy Communities

Community elders and Southwestern students share their stories for "Stories of Survivors" event

Xzavier SimonWednesday, December 13, 2023
Feature Story Vacant lots on Empire Street that hopefully will be part of the Empire Corridor development. Community Development

Bold revitalization plan for Benton Harbor's Empire Corridor

KELSEY SANDERSTuesday, December 12, 2023
In The News Jaszmane Sisco, Mama Sōl, Tony Vu, and moderator Xzavier Simon pose for a picture at the Flintrepreneur Symposium at 100k Ideas in downtown Flint on Dec. 5, 2023. Entrepreneurship

Flint's food entrepreneur community comes together for the Flintrepreneur Symposium

Xzavier SimonMonday, December 11, 2023
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