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In The News Team President Costa Papista explains the history and significance of the name and logo for Flint's new semi-pro soccer team. Arts and Culture

Flint’s new semi-pro soccer team name honors team, city, tradition

Patrick HayesWednesday, January 30, 2019
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Genesee District Library to honor 3 at annual Black History Month brunch

Ashley SchaferWednesday, January 30, 2019
Feature Story Brenda Brown is writing a book titled, "The Day I Forgot But Will Always Remember." Healthy Communities

After surviving death, this Flint woman raises awareness of hidden, often deadly, heart condition

Xandr BrownWednesday, January 30, 2019
In The News UM-Flint's ice rink was named one of 10 'outstanding outdoor rinks' by Pure Michigan. Community Development

UM-Flint Ice Rink named one of 10 'outstanding outdoor rinks' in Michigan

Chris RinglerWednesday, January 30, 2019
In The News Flint Mayor Karen Weaver addresses the crowd gathered to celebrate the official launch of the Flint Registry Jan. 18, 2019, at the Flint Farmers' Market. Healthy Communities

Flint Registry connects, supports, counts those affected by water crisis

Ashley SchaferWednesday, January 23, 2019
In The News Lauren Stansburry, a friend and classmate of McKenna's, receives the first Beauty Bar Box at Hurley Hospital. Healthy Communities

McKenna's Beauty Bar and Hurley team up to help kids with cancer

Jake CarahWednesday, January 23, 2019
Feature Story Meleah Denson credits UM-Flint with giving her the support she needed to start a new career in nursing after her sister's death. Higher Education

Tragedy helps UM-Flint graduate find new passion, career

Patrick HayesWednesday, January 16, 2019
Feature Story The $16.5 million Coolidge Park Apartments project will dramatically change the Ballenger Highway corridor. Community Development

Flint starts 2019 with $200 million in ongoing development

Marjory RaymerWednesday, January 9, 2019
Feature Story Tammie Mathis opened Tee's Plentiful Salads in June 2018 — and offers 65 salad varieties at her booth in the Flint Farmers' Market. Entrepreneurship

Tee's Plentiful Salads: Not your average rabbit food

Jake CarahWednesday, January 9, 2019
In The News Dr. Bobby Mukkamala delivers the keynote address during UM-Flint's December 2018 commencement ceremony. Higher Education

Dr. Bobby Mukkamala delivers UM-Flint commencement keynote

Ashley SchaferTuesday, January 8, 2019
In The News HELP program director Ruba Mahfouz Alkotob and volunteer Millie Hursin discuss patient needs at Hurley Medical Center. Volunteerism

Hurley launches area's first Hospital Elder Life Program to care for, visit with geriatric patients

Xandr BrownWednesday, December 26, 2018
In The News Heart of Worship Dance Studio is one of 17 organizations receiving a Ruth Mott Foundation grant. Community Development

Ruth Mott Foundation awards 17 grants totaling more than $1.4 million

Ashley SchaferWednesday, December 26, 2018
Feature Story Rev. Dr. Tommy McDoniel has brought commercial farming operation, a cafe, and a health and wellness to the city of Flint. Neighborhoods

See inside Pastor Tommy's vision for a better Flint

Jake CarahWednesday, December 26, 2018
Feature Story Kettering University students are helping to use technology to reduce irrigation costs for the Asbury hoophouse. Higher Education

Kettering students engineer self-sustaining, water-purifying hoophouse

Jake CarahWednesday, December 26, 2018
In The News Kroger shoppers can make a donation to the local food bank by selecting a pre-filled $5 or $10 bag of groceries to donate. Volunteerism

Kroger stores 'From Hearts to Homes' collecting donations for Food Bank of Eastern Michigan

Ashley SchaferWednesday, December 26, 2018
In The News Faculty and students at Kettering University were awarded two patents in 2018. Technology and Innovation

Kettering University faculty, student research awarded two patents

Ashley SchaferWednesday, December 12, 2018
In The News Jake Saldana opened Flint's first CrossFit gym in August on University Avenue. Healthy Communities

Building muscle and building business at Flint's first CrossFit gym

Jake CarahWednesday, December 12, 2018
In The News Hurley Children's Hospital is in a race to win $50,000 with community support. Healthy Communities

Hurley in tight race for $50,000 in online contest

Ashley SchaferTuesday, December 11, 2018
In The News Tracy Palmer is launching a new fashion show, "This is Me." It features 15 models with autism and combats bullying. Arts and Culture

Flint fashion show 'This is Me' celebrates diversity with special needs models

Jeff PiechowskiTuesday, December 11, 2018
Feature Story Keysa Smith is owner of Spectacular Spudz in the Flint Farmers' Market. Entrepreneurship

Spectacular Spudz nabs Business of the Year award

Jake CarahWednesday, December 5, 2018
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