How public art helps to tell the Rx Kids story in Flint
Patrick Hayes takes a deeper look at how public art has played a significant role in raising awareness of the Rx Kids program in Flint.
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A Genesee County property sale could have a dire impact on Flint residents
Flint resident Patrick Hayes pens an eye-opening story about the recent bundle purchase of 230 local foreclosed homes by a newly formed investment company. The purchase leaves many families in Flint in fear of potential eviction.
BAU-HŌUSE to host clothing giveaway for Flint youth, registration open now
As part of its new youth leaders campaign, BAU-HŌUSE of downtown Flint is hosting a clothing giveaway for Flint youth on Saturday, November 19 from noon to 4:00 p.m.
Legendary Flint basketball player hopes his story teaches people how to go “All In”
“Things don’t always go your way, but you can always bounce back and make a positive out of anything.” Flint native Kelvin Torbert gets real about his life in his new autobiography, "All In: The Kelvin Torbert Story."
“I’m starving to be able to show my creative side:” Meet Flint’s Artschool Dropout
"I'm starving for opportunity. I'm starving to be able to teach through my work."
Flint native learned — and is committed to spreading — the idea of giving back to the community
"My job is to help create opportunities for kids who don’t have those opportunities, so that they can secure the funding and support they deserve."
Flint entrepreneur brings health and wellness fair to life after participating in crowdfunding class
Jennifer Johnson, who owns two Flint businesses, brought a health and wellness fair to life in Brush Park after completing a crowdfunding class.
Time is running out to catch the Flint Mural Plays this summer
Flint's Mural Plays were an innovative idea to infuse theatre into public spaces. But the opportunity to hear them ends on August 31.
Self-proclaimed “wood nerd” makes unique bowls and art pieces, often with wood found right in Flint
"I believe human beings aren’t really fulfilled when they’re not making something."
Flint native using podcast platform to raise awareness of the city’s many talented people
"I love to know how people got to where they got, what they’re doing to stay there, and what they’re doing in the future."
