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Feature Story Dr. Tolulope Sonuyi, director of Detroit Life Is Valuable Everyday (DLIVE), and Juanita Houston, DLIVE's lead healthy minds coach. Healthy Communities

Michigan programs aim to stop violence against youth before it happens

ESTELLE SLOOTMAKERMonday, June 5, 2023
Feature Story (Left to right) Tony and Cruz Asencio pose for a portrait during the Latinx Technology & Community Center’s Cinco de Mayo celebration on Friday, May 5, 2023, in Buckham Alley in downtown Flint. Arts and Culture

In Pictures: Cinco de Mayo celebration in Buckham Alley

Jenifer VelosoMonday, May 15, 2023
In The News The Mott Foundation recently pledged $15 million to the new Rx Kids initiative that will provide direct cash payments to mothers and pregnant women in Flint. Healthy Communities

Mott Foundation pledges $15M to initiative that will provide cash payments to Flint mothers

Brianna NargisoSunday, April 30, 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 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 Breastfeeding education materials at the Black Mothers' Breastfeeding Association in Detroit. Healthy Communities

Michigan's breastfeeding networks educate parents, address disparities, advocate for parent rights

ESTELLE SLOOTMAKER Thursday, February 16, 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
Feature Story Third-grade students at Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy in Detroit trying a yummy fruity roll-up tasting. Healthy Communities

Detroit Public Schools Community District Farm-to-School initiatives grow through SNAP-Ed

ESTELLE SLOOTMAKERWednesday, January 18, 2023
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A look inside Claressa Shields' free boxing class for Flint youth

Tia ScottWednesday, January 18, 2023
Feature Story Eastman kids hamming it up for the camera. Healthy Communities

Foster care fosters hope for Michigan’s most vulnerable children

BROOKE MARSHALLTuesday, January 17, 2023
Feature Story Genesee County Sheriff Deputy Blanding reads The Polar Express to kindergarteners during Freeman Elementary’s holiday celebration of literacy and reading comprehension on Friday, Dec. 16, 2022. (Jenifer Veloso | Flintside) Kids and Education

In Pictures: Freeman Elementary's Christmas Literacy Celebration

Jenifer VelosoThursday, December 29, 2022
Feature Story Guests at Applewood smile together for a picture next to an outdoor ice sculpture during the College Cultural area’s 37th Annual Holiday Walk in Flint on Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2022. Arts and Culture

In Pictures: 37th Annual Holiday Walk at the Flint Cultural Center

Jenifer VelosoTuesday, December 13, 2022
In The News Hamilton Community Health Network encourages Flint and Genesee County residents to stay safe and healthy this winter. Healthy Communities

Stay healthy this winter with 6 wellness tips from Hamilton Health Network

Brianna NargisoTuesday, December 13, 2022
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