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Feature Story Flint native Bleau McRay-Morel was the winner of the first-ever Signal Boost competition held at The Capitol Theatre in December 2021. Arts and Culture

A moment of rhythm and blues with Bleau McCray-Morel

Xzavier SimonWednesday, January 26, 2022
In The News Jerin Sage of Flint has contributed to the city's grassroots operations for over 15 years through community engagement, redevelopment, revitalization, and beautification projects. Community Development

Meet Flint's newest Interim Director of Placemaking, Jerin Sage

Xzavier SimonMonday, January 24, 2022
In The News Flint hip-hop artist/DJ Brady Gozza stands holding a Jake the Flake vinyl record inside Jack's Record Stache in downtown Flint. Arts and Culture

Two decades of hip-hop success with Brady Gozza the Scorpion Dragon

Xzavier SimonTuesday, January 4, 2022
In The News 31-year-old Antoine Blassingame is a professional Murcielago Mixed Martial Arts fighter out of Flint, Michigan. Arts and Culture

Stepping into the cage with MMA fighter Antoine Blassingame

Xzavier SimonFriday, December 17, 2021
Feature Story Flint native graphic designer Jay Kay is the creator of the popular Flint Chibi Series illustrations. Arts and Culture

A cultural fusion with Flint Chibi Series graphic designer Jay Kay

Xzavier SimonTuesday, December 14, 2021
Feature Story Flint native Randall Wilburn arranges a bouquet of roses from his new flower company that he dedicated to his father. Entrepreneurship

Business is 'blooming' for new flower company in Flint

Miriam BinghamFriday, December 3, 2021
In The News Detroit native Kirby Gwen is the newest voice of Flint's Z92.7 WDZZ-FM. Arts and Culture

Get to know WDZZ's newest voice, Kirby Gwen

Tia ScottTuesday, November 30, 2021
In The News With a nervous smile, the new Managing Editor looks over the drink menu at Sauce Italian American Kitchen located inside Hilton Garden of downtown Flint. Arts and Culture

A candid conversation with Flintside's new Managing Editor: Tia Scott

Xzavier SimonWednesday, November 17, 2021
In The News Natasha Thomas takes in the scenery at Buckham Gallery located in downtown Flint. Arts and Culture

Introducing Buckham Gallery’s 2nd Writer In Residence: Natasha Thomas

Xzavier SimonTuesday, November 9, 2021
Feature Story Iresha Dorsey (right) and her fiance, Sunny (left), of Dumboes Elephant Ears & Funnel Cakes. The playful logo sets the tone for it to be a "fun place to come and gorge on sweet fried treats."  Entrepreneurship

Turning business into something sweet with Dumboes Elephant Ears & Funnel Cakes

Xzavier SimonWednesday, October 6, 2021
In The News Percy Whitmore during his book event at Comma Bookstore in September. Kids and Education

Flint native discusses “sharing the keys” on The Ray Podcast

Rayvon TaylorThursday, September 30, 2021
In The News Ashley Hamilton launched Prism Lacquers in 2020. Entrepreneurship

Flint native pays homage to her hometown with an exclusive nail polish collection

Tia ScottTuesday, September 7, 2021
In The News Alex Love created Garden of Youth water in response to the ongoing Flint Water Crisis and the desire to give Flint residents clean water. Entrepreneurship

Cultivating life with Garden of Y.O.U.T.H Water's founder Alex Love

Xzavier SimonTuesday, August 31, 2021
In The News Unfortunately, the music industry at large isn’t always a safe space for African American women to speak up and speak out, yet, it hasn’t stopped Reesé and Tay from living their dreams and giving back to the community. Arts and Culture

Becoming the power source of Flint with The 810 Flow

Xzavier SimonWednesday, August 25, 2021
In The News Alexis Harvey is a Flint native and cultural curator who created Harvey's Cartoon Cabaret. Arts and Culture

Harvey’s Cartoon Cabaret’s creator Alexis Harvey on becoming a “cultural curator”

Xzavier SimonTuesday, July 20, 2021
In The News B Smok3zz has burst onto the scene, in her words, “swinging” and bringing “flame to the booth.” Arts and Culture

Bringing "flame to the booth" with JB Smok3zz

Xzavier SimonTuesday, July 13, 2021
In The News Kim VanSlyke-Smith is the Director of Nursing for the Genesee County Health Department. Healthy Communities

Unique partnerships have been key to COVID-19 vaccine rollout in Genesee County

Jenifer VelosoMonday, July 12, 2021
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