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In The News Flint native Roy “Rackk” Jackson Jr. gives a pep talk to the team during a Hamady High School basketball game. Equity

A promise kept: Flint native donates uniforms to Hamady basketball team

Miriam BinghamMonday, September 19, 2022
Partner Content Children play at the Children's Healing Center. Healthy Communities

Grand Rapids offers nation's only safe recreation center for immunocompromised kids

ESTELLE SLOOTMAKERThursday, September 15, 2022
In The News Genesee Early College's class of '22 graduates snap a group photo after their ceremony at The Capitol Theatre in Flint on June 9, 2022. Kids and Education

Genesee Early College aims to set high school students up for success

Sarah SpohnWednesday, September 14, 2022
In The News A couple gives a thumbs up from their vehicle at a previous Genesee Health Plan drive-thru vaccine event as their cute pet looks on. Healthy Communities

Genesee Health Plan set to host drive-thru vaccine event in Flint

Flintside News BriefsWednesday, September 7, 2022
Feature Story Detroit Pistons Hamidou Diallo dunks while playing one-on-one with kids attending the 'Hami Day' basketball camp at Flint Northwestern High School. Arts and Culture

In Pictures: Coverage of 'Hami Day' basketball camp at Northwestern High School

Jenifer VelosoMonday, September 5, 2022
In The News The new grant funding will go towards enhancing programs to better meet the mental health needs of local children.  Community Development

Whaley Children’s Center receives $15,000 grant to enhance mental health programs

Sarah SpohnThursday, August 18, 2022
Feature Story Honny Williams poses for a portrait while sitting in Sarvis Park in Flint on July 26, 2022. (Jenifer Veloso | Flintside.com) Neighborhoods

Meet Honny Williams, the beloved 'Sarvis Park Mom'

Jenifer VelosoTuesday, August 2, 2022
Partner Content PLANE program creator Dr. Leah Ketcheson with program participants Martin Paige-Fowlkes and Amanda Paige. Healthy Communities

Kids on autism spectrum get physical activity, nutrition support through Detroit program

ESTELLE SLOOTMAKERThursday, July 14, 2022
In The News Young participants racing to the finish line at the 2nd annual Flint Soap Box Derby Race that took place earlier this month. Technology and Innovation

Flint Soap Box Derby Race makes strong return after two-year hiatus

Omoro CollinsMonday, June 20, 2022
In The News A packed house of Flint residents showing off their newly created Juneteenth artwork. Neighborhoods

2nd & 9th Wards celebrate Juneteenth with a family paint night

Xzavier SimonMonday, June 20, 2022
In The News Flint is gearing up for a weekend-long celebration of Juneteenth festivities that includes music, food, local vendors, a parade, fireworks, and activities for the entire family. Arts and Culture

A look at Juneteenth celebrations happening in Flint this weekend

Brianna NargisoWednesday, June 15, 2022
In The News The Flint Art Fair celebrates its 55th annual event at the Flint Institute of Arts. Arts and Culture

The 55th annual Flint Art Fair happens this weekend at the FIA

Xzavier SimonThursday, June 9, 2022
In The News Freeman Elementary's Freeman Poets and Flint Poet Laureate Semaj Brown during the 'Poetry Paints: Ekphrastic Writing' event. Kids and Education

Freeman Elementary poets invoke the African diaspora in virtual poetry event

Xzavier SimonTuesday, May 24, 2022
In The News Flint high school student Amina Smith gives her account of growing up in the current climate of her hometown. Arts and Culture

Flint through the eyes of a hopeful high school student

Amina SmithMonday, May 9, 2022
Partner Content Students at North Elementary School in Birch Run participate in an InPACT physical activity break. Healthy Communities

New program helps Michigan kids maximize physical activity in the classroom

ESTELLE SLOOTMAKERThursday, May 5, 2022
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