Diversity

Feature Story Arab American communities have been infamously surveilled as a response to terrorism, and that has left many in the community distrustful of the government. Community Development

Organization seeks to count every Arab American in Genesee County despite fears and mistrust

Sara AlouhWednesday, March 11, 2020
Feature Story A resident listens to a live audio translation of a presentation of the Water Box at a community town hall at the Latinx Community and Technology Center on Monday, Nov. 25. Community Development

The Latinx population is growing, this is how Flint's Latinx Tech Center is getting them counted

Santiago OchoaWednesday, February 19, 2020
Feature Story The #waterislife mural on the side of Gavin Brown’s Enterprise in New York. Arts and Culture

The sisterhood behind Flint’s bottled fence

Xzavier SimonWednesday, January 22, 2020
In The News The event is sponsored by the Flint Islamic Center, the Flint Jewish Federation, Court Street United Methodist Church, Mott Community College, the International Center of Greater Flint, and the Arab American Heritage Council. Diversity

Hundreds expected to attend fifth annual Unity in Diversity Concert

Sara AlouhWednesday, January 22, 2020
Feature Story A 2018 5-year American Community Survey, found that approximately 3, 213 of Flint residents identified as having a hearing difficulty. Technology and Innovation

ASL advocate helps residents connect to Flint’s silent community

Alexandria BrownWednesday, January 15, 2020
Feature Story The Creative Hair School of Cosmetology, created in 1999, celebrates 20 years of Black business success, with a dynamic creed and location on Miller Road in Flint. Entrepreneurship

Flint cosmetology school teaching beauty and building community legacy

Xzavier SimonWednesday, January 08, 2020
In The News Charles H. Winfrey is having an open call Wednesday, Dec. 18 to bring to life all 21 characters of his play. Slated for public viewing in February, "The Saints" is a life-inspired retelling of the St. John Street neighborhood. Arts and Culture

Last open call for The Saints: A remembrance of Flint’s legacy neighborhood

Xzavier SimonWednesday, December 18, 2019
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African American Film Series returns to Flint Institute of Arts for 5th year

Ashley SchaferWednesday, November 20, 2019
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Genesee District Library announces Black History Month Brunch honorees

Ashley SchaferWednesday, November 20, 2019
Feature Story Bettye Hendricks serves as host, educator, informer, and cheerleader on WFLT's "African American Inspiration." Diversity

Bettye Hendricks: The inspiration behind Flint radio show 'African American Inspiration'

Alexandria BrownWednesday, October 02, 2019
In The News Tracy Palmer is back with another first-of-its-kind event in Flint. This time, she's set out to spotlight black women in our community who are making a difference.  Arts and Culture

Black Girls Rock event to honor 17 Flint-area women's contributions

Chris RiglerWednesday, February 06, 2019
Feature Story Linnell Jones-McKenney blazed a trail for women athletes in Flint — and nationwide. Kids and Education

A story of determination and perseverance: Flint's first pro women's basketball player

Patrick HayesWednesday, February 06, 2019
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Genesee District Library to honor 3 at annual Black History Month brunch

Ashley SchaferWednesday, January 30, 2019
Feature Story 10. Lenwood Hayman jokes along with fellow volunteer Jana Blagg who works at the Grand Blanc West Middle School pantry. Volunteerism

Love, love, love: Flint celebrates MLK through service

Jake CarahWednesday, January 23, 2019
In The News Through a new pilot program, international students from UM-Flint are hosting five dialogues with students at Pierce Elementary School in Flint. Economic Development

Flint named 'Gateway to Growth' community to increase immigration

Ashley SchaferWednesday, January 16, 2019
In The News Charles E. Coleman Jr. is founder of CFC40: The Black Superhero Project Kids and Education

Flint area celebration of MLK Day starts with Big Brothers Big Sisters mentoring breakfast

Ashley SchaferWednesday, January 16, 2019
In The News Agustin V. Arbulu will serve as the keynote speaker for the 40th annual Citywide Tribute to Martin Luther King Jr. Diversity

40th annual Citywide MLK Tribute dinner to feature Michigan Department of Civil Rights leader

Ashley SchaferTuesday, January 08, 2019
In The News LaTashia M. Perry is the author of six books that help children celebrate being black and appreciate diversity. Arts and Culture

Flint author pens sequel following 'Hair Like Mine' success

Jake CarahThursday, November 29, 2018
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