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Longform The main entrance of Longfellow Middle School in Flint, Michigan displays "no trespassing" warnings and graffiti on March 13, 2023. The school closed its doors in 2007. Neighborhoods

“Every school I ever went to in Flint is gone”Addressing Flint's ongoing urban blight as a result of school closings

Tia ScottThursday, April 6, 2023
Feature Story Carter Kits. Healthy Communities

Carter Kits help first responders take better care of patients with Autism Spectrum Disorder

RYLEE BARNSDALETuesday, April 4, 2023
Feature Story Dr. Kimberlydawn Wisdom, founder of the Women-Inspired Neighborhood Network: Detroit. Healthy Communities

Detroit initiatives combat high Black infant mortality rate with dignity and compassion

BROOKE MARSHALLFriday, March 17, 2023
Feature Story The Greater Flint Health Coalition’s work in gardens grew out of its SNAP-Ed direct education programming like Fresh Conversations and Rec-Connect™, pictured here at Burton Senior Activity Center. Healthy Communities

Gardens growing change in Flint

ESTELLE SLOOTMAKERWednesday, March 15, 2023
Feature Story Young participants racing to the finish line at the 2nd annual Flint Soap Box Derby Race that took place in June 2022. Community Development

Flint Soap Box Derby gears up for additional workshops made possible by federal funding

Sarah SpohnWednesday, March 8, 2023
In The News Peckham's $2 million grant will help local youth and young adults develop valuable personal development skills and prepare for the workforce. Community Development

Peckham receives $2 million grant for rehabilitative youth and young adult programs

Sarah SpohnMonday, March 6, 2023
Feature Story Beecher junior Damarcus Burke takes a deep breath before shooting a free throw during the boys' varsity basketball game on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023, at the Moses Lacey Fieldhouse in Mount Morris. Beecher defeated Hamady 48-43. Kids and Education

In Pictures: Highlights and scores from latest Hamady Hawks vs. Beecher Buccaneers game

Jenifer VelosoTuesday, February 21, 2023
In The News Tibetan Teapot. 19th century. Brass with silver overlay, 8 5/16 × 8 7/8 in. (21.1 × 22.5 cm). Gift of F. Karel Wiest. 1982.240. Arts and Culture

New 'Art of Refreshment' exhibit highlights the history and cultural aspect of tableware

Katy KildeeWednesday, February 15, 2023
Feature Story soh7 Healthy Communities

Upper Peninsula program helps moms with opioid use disorder have healthier pregnancies

ESTELLE SLOOTMAKERThursday, February 9, 2023
In The News World-renowned poet and author Nikki Giovanni will be a keynote speaker at the Genesee District Library's 22nd Annual Black History Month brunch. Arts and Culture

Genesee District Library’s Black History Month brunch to feature keynote speaker Nikki Giovanni

Tia ScottWednesday, February 1, 2023
Feature Story Help is just a phone call away. Healthy Communities

Community mental health meets Northern Michiganders where they’re at with mobile crisis intervention

DIANA STAMPFLERTuesday, January 24, 2023
Feature Story Susan Sheppard, COO of Arbor Circle, which recently facilitated a statewide collaboration to better support medically fragile foster children. Healthy Communities

Michigan project highlights needs of medically fragile foster children

ESTELLE SLOOTMAKERThursday, January 19, 2023
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