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Feature Story Social worker Nicole Klomp serves as a reserve member of the Newaygo Police Department.  Healthy Communities

From social workers on the force to crisis centers, Michigan is improving behavioral health care

ESTELLE SLOOTMAKERThursday, February 8, 2024
Feature Story Flint mother/son duo Shani and Ande Womack recently published the inspiring Jamaican-American folktale 'Anancy and Why Groundhog is Afraid of His Shadow.' Arts and Culture

Local mother/son publish second inspirational Jamaican-American children's book

Jerimiah WhiteheadWednesday, February 7, 2024
Feature Story About one out of five children have a mental, emotional or behavioral health disorder, and only about 20 percent of those children receive care. Kids and Education

How Michigan counties are stepping up to meet youth mental health needs

JOANNE BAILEY-BOORSMATuesday, February 6, 2024
Feature Story Public health's role in promoting routine immunizations has increased lifespans for all Michiganders. Healthy Communities

What do breastfeeding, sanitation, vaccines, and lead paint have in common? Public health.

RYLEE BARNESDALETuesday, January 30, 2024
Feature Story Lapeer County EMS Education Program Manager Luke Bowen leads a session of the new EMT training program. Healthy Communities

Free EMS education program helps ease EMT shortage in Lapeer County

ESTELLE SLOOTMAKER Monday, January 29, 2024
Feature Story The League of Women Voters in Flint wants to empower citizens to participate in the improvement of their communities by encouraging informed participation in government. Economic Development

League of Women Voters in Flint aims to encourage voter education and participation

Sarah SpohnWednesday, January 24, 2024
Feature Story focuscom Healthy Communities

Michigan Association for Local Public Health helps build health across the state

RYLEE BARNESDALE Tuesday, January 23, 2024
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New St. Clair County NAMI affiliate helps for people in Blue Water area

MONIQUE BEDFORDTuesday, January 23, 2024
Feature Story Dining area of a Northern Lakes CMHA group home. Healthy Communities

Adult foster care homes provide caring, community-based living

GENEVIEVE FOX Tuesday, January 23, 2024
Feature Story Melanie Brim, former president and CEO of the Michigan Health Council. Healthy Communities

How can Michigan solve its growing health care workforce shortage?

ESTELLE SLOOTMAKERMonday, January 22, 2024
In The News Dr. Omari Young recently joined the Community Foundation of Greater Flint's Board of Trustees to expand his engagement with the greater Flint community. Community Development

Dr. Omari Young joins Community Foundation of Greater Flint's Board of Trustees

Flintside News BriefsWednesday, January 17, 2024
Feature Story During this year’s Santa Parade in downtown Croswell, Sanilac County Community Mental Health arranged complimentary activities as part of its outreach efforts. Healthy Communities

Mental health outreach reduces stigma and raises awareness of services

KAREN GENTRYWednesday, January 17, 2024
Feature Story Photographed on Jan. 6, 2024, St. Mark Missionary Baptist Church has been a beacon in the Flint community for many years. Neighborhoods

Serving God and community: A conversation with Pastor Kevin Thompson

Michell ThompsonTuesday, January 16, 2024
Feature Story Flint native and business owner Jade Marshaé poses brazenly inside her home on Dec 28, 2023. Neighborhoods

The FREEdom and Hidden Holistics of Jade Marshaé

Jerimiah WhiteheadMonday, January 15, 2024
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