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Feature Story In a small second floor studio in the Berston Field House in Flint, Sheila Miller-Graham (center) watches a young ballet class practice in front of the mirror. At Creative Expressions Dance Studio, Miller-Graham works to instill a sense of confidenc Arts and Culture

For 35 years and counting, Sheila Miller-Graham still leading the wayHer gift is dance, teaching generations of Flint kids grace and confidence

Tim GallowayMonday, October 23, 2017
In The News The Amani Program "Children in Harmony" aims to build a lifetime of gender equity and empathy through music and emotional intelligence. Kids and Education

Using music to teach life lessons

Micah CotnerWednesday, October 4, 2017
In The News Nadia Alamah describes herself as a writer, wanderer and wearer of many hats. She gives artists a stage, creates opportunities for collaboration, and provides spaces for inspiration.  Arts and Culture

Nadia Alamah: Putting Flint arts in the spotlight

Jake CarahSaturday, September 23, 2017
Feature Story There is an inherent emotional reaction to this river, an integral part of the city and of our childhoods. And, yet, it still remains unknown by so many of us—and misunderstood by much of the world.   Community Development

Reclamation of the Flint River: A local perspective on our river

Jake CarahThursday, September 14, 2017
In The News Soriano's Mexican Kitchen is owned by 25-year-old Erica Soriano—and operated by the whole Soriano family. Entrepreneurship

More than a restaurant, more than a name—Soriano's is family

Makenzie SchroederThursday, August 31, 2017
In The News A vendor with his impressive display at the 8th annual Flint Comix Con. Arts and Culture

Comic books and culture at Flint Comix Fall Fest

Andrew KeastTuesday, August 29, 2017
In The News A look at some of the art on display at Free City Art Festival. Arts and Culture

Graffiti artists unite in Flint neighborhood beautification effort

Shelby CoxFriday, August 25, 2017
In The News Crystal Pepperdine, executive director of Flint Handmade, says: “Creativity is one of the things that make people, people.” Entrepreneurship

Flint Handmade stitches together a network of artist entrepreneurs

Bailey WrightThursday, August 24, 2017
In The News gearup2lead-logo Kids and Education

Growth Mindset Summit returns to Flint today

Shelby CoxThursday, August 24, 2017
Feature Story Volunteers helped a new playground open Tuesday at Hasselbring Senior Center. About 80 percent of the $150,000 funding comes from the Flint Child Health and Development Fund (often called FlintKids.org) and the Community Foundation of Greater Flint. Community Development

Because it takes a village: Flint's newest playground opens with help from 100 volunteers

Jake CarahWednesday, August 16, 2017
In The News Boutique on the Bricks is located at 635 S. Saginaw St. in downtown Flint. Hours of operation are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fridays. Entrepreneurship

Fashions from bygone era return at Boutique on the Bricks

Jake CarahSunday, August 13, 2017
In The News Young Artistic Minds launches in the fall at Brownell STEM Academy in Flint. Arts and Culture

Art classes are back at Flint elementary school—thanks to one creative UM-Flint student's nonprofit

Reyna HurandMonday, August 7, 2017
In The News Chris Szumowicz found his second home for Wildroot Coffee at Woodside Church, remaining in the college and cultural neighborhood. Neighborhoods

Wildroot Coffee finds second home at Woodside Church

Jake CarahThursday, July 20, 2017
In The News This Gallery on the Go mural is an example of the type of creativity an ArtPlace grant would fund. Neighborhoods

ArtPlace America taps north Flint as finalist for elite $200,000 grant

Makenzie SchroederFriday, July 14, 2017
In The News Even vandalized, this garden continues to nourish both the body and the soul. Neighborhoods

Hope and community grow from garden vandalism

Bruce EdwardsWednesday, July 12, 2017
In The News While it maybe the most adorable reading program you’ll ever see, Tell-A-Tail also is effective. Flint Public Library will host additional Tell-A-Tail events July 8, 15, and 22. Kids and Education

Cuteness overload: Tell-A-Tail uses puppy love to encourage Flint kids to read

Reyna HurandTuesday, July 4, 2017
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