Neighborhoods

Feature Story “Sometimes, my story may inspire others. I am not ashamed of my journey; it is my testimony,” says Flint native Michell Thompson, pictured in downtown Flint on Nov. 18, 2023.

The strength, resilience, and testimony of Michell Thompson


Feature Story Poet, actor, and author Jerimiah Whitehead smiles confidently outside Totem Books in downtown Flint on Nov. 17, 2023.
In The News Shelter of Flint has partnered with Applegate Chevrolet to raise awareness about homelessness and help those in need during the cold winter months.
Partner Content 4401 Rosa Parks Blvd., Detroit, site of a future mixed-use building featuring affordable housing.
Feature Story Flint native K-Dub sits inside his shop K-Dubs Tattoos on September 21, 2023. (Xzavier Simon | Flintside)

The conscious art of tattoos with K-Dub of K-Dub's Tattoo


Partner Content Kittie Tuinstra outside of the new Shelby Trails Apartments.
In The News The Franklin Avenue Mission celebrates its 3rd annual Fam Jam event on Saturday, September 16, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.
In The News Flint Beat and Flintside will be hosting two listening sessions in March as part of their people-centered story series with The Levin Center. 
In The News Major Michelle Hill sits outside in uniform discussing her goal of becoming Colonel with Flintside community correspondent Eartha Logan.

A Kid From Northside Flint To Major Michelle D. Hill