Arts and Culture

In The News Andrew R. Highsmith is the author of "Demolition Means Progress: Flint, Michigan and the Fate of the American Metropolis."
In The News Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha presents the 1,000th 'Born to Read' bundle to Melody, the daughter of Joy McGee and Delon McGowan, on Dec. 7, 2018.

1,000th Flint newborn receives 'Born to Read' bundle


In The News Devante Powell opened Everything Flint in October 2017 as a way to support entrepreneurs and the local economy.

Everything Flint: A store for Flint by Flint


In The News Heart of Worship Dance Studio is one of 17 organizations receiving a Ruth Mott Foundation grant.
In The News 2018 Holiday Wish list

How to help those who help the most: 2018 Holiday Wish List


In The News Internationally acclaimed artists Nomad Clan contributed to the murals now adorning the sides of Totem Books, one of many public projects popping up throughout Flint. 

Neighborhood murals bringing international artists to Flint


In The News The Draeger sisters, all current or former MCC clowns, performed together for the first time in the Detroit Thanksgiving Day parade.
In The News LaTashia M. Perry is the author of six books that help children celebrate being black and appreciate diversity.

Flint author pens sequel following 'Hair Like Mine' success


In The News Husband-wife team Spencer Ruegsegger and Kristy Bearse are planning to open an arcade bar inside the newly renovated Capitol Theatre in 2019.

New arcade bar set to open in downtown Flint in 2019


In The News Cherisse Bradley is founder of 'I Found My Voice' advocacy program and annual performance.
Feature Story Shift and Floradora opened in May in the corner space of the Capitol Theatre.

Downtown Flint seeing dramatic increase in retail businesses


In The News Darwin McGuire, Genesee District Library technical services manager, searches a wide selection of music on hoopla digital.

Genesee District Library adds at-home streaming with hoopla app


In The News Soul Foundry is the brain-child of Flint’s own Ashley Peacock. It is a recording studio crafted by hometown hands and showcasing hometown talent. 
In The News Chia Morgan founded the annual communitywide Thanksgiving dinner at just 22 years old.
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