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Patrick Hayes

Patrick Hayes is the former managing editor of Flintside. He has worked in journalism and communications for more than 15 years and has previously written for ESPN.com, Lifehacker, Sierra Magazine, Next City, MLive, the Detroit Free Press, and other publications. He also teaches at Mott Community College. Follow him on TwitterInstagram, or his website. He's raising his two children on Flint’s eastside.

Patrick Hayes's Latest Articles

Flint Public Art Project partnered with volunteers in Sarvis Park to turn fence posts into crayons on April 24.
Strong partnerships drive Sarvis Park Neighborhood Association cleanup

The Sarvis Park Neighborhood Association brought together law enforcement, city government, nonprofits, businesses and residents for a cleanup event on April 24.

Calvin McQueen of National Clean Water Collective discusses how Hasselbring's new water filtration system works.
New filtration system ensures Hasselbring Senior Center has clean water for residents it serves

The National Clean Water Collective partnered with Hasselbring Senior Center to install a new point-of-entry water filtration system this month.

Roger Hood II drives inside during Flint United's home opener on April 16.
“Flint is the Mecca of basketball”

The Flint United professional basketball team won its first game and played in front of a sellout crowd this weekend. They also honored the city's rich basketball legacy.

Kevin Mays (left, grey hat) talks with players trying out for Flint United during a training camp in January 2021.
“It means everything:” Pro basketball returns to Flint this weekend

Tickets are available online for games Friday and Saturday at Dort Financial Event Center.

The 'Our Town' gift card matching program supports businesses in Flint and Genesee County.
Popular ‘Our Town’ gift card matching program returns — but they’re going fast!

Consumers Energy, Michigan Municipal League Foundation and the Flint & Genesee Chamber have teamed up to bring back another round of the popular 'Our Town' gift card matching program, but supplies are going fast.

A mural by Zach Curtis just above the kitchen entrance at Blackstone's Smokehouse.
Blackstone’s Smokehouse reopens with focus on craft, providing a platform for entertainers

"The goal is to bring in crafty, artistic music to complement the building and food.”

“We’re committed to improving the financial literacy of residents and young in Flint”

Antonio Brown of John L Financial Services offers some tips and information during a more complex than normal tax preparation season.

Samuel Johnson opened Hermione's in February.
Passion for sneaker culture turns into business for Flint native

Owner of new store hopes to attract more businesses to northside neighborhood near Pasadena and MLK.

Veloso photographed nurses, doctors, environmental services workers, first responders, EMTs, and police officers in the series.
Flint photojournalist’s series on frontline workers featured in UK documentary

Flint resident and photojournalist Jenifer Veloso shared stories of Genesee County frontline workers in a documentary about global healthcare workers that is being produced in the United Kingdom.

Flint residents working together on crowdfunding campaign for outdoor downtown events

Ten Flint residents are working on a crowdfunding campaign to bring several unique events to outdoor spaces downtown this summer and fall.

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