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Xandr Brown

Xandr Brown is the editor emeritus of Flintside. She also served as project editor for Flintside's inaugural On the Ground series in the Civic Park neighborhood and is a lifelong resident of Genesee County. A graduate of Powers Catholic High School, she went on to the University of Rochester in New York state, where she earned a bachelor's degree with a dual major in English/Communications and History and minor in Environmental Humanities. Xandr especially loves photography and is also a classically trained pianist. 

Xandr Brown's Latest Articles

De’Air Amad Lewis-Culbreath founded DeeLux.Styles less than four months ago, but already has appeared in at least eight fashion shows.
Flint designer builds brand, presents collection in 8 fashion shows (in 4 months)

De’Air Amad Lewis-Culbreath is the designer, creator and namesake of DeeLux.Styles, a brand focused on bringing variety and flair to luxury streetwear. He is one of 15 Michigan-based designers being featured in the Blackout Runway Show Feb. 17 at the Flint Farmer's Market. 

Brenda Brown is writing a book titled, "The Day I Forgot But Will Always Remember."
After surviving death, this Flint woman raises awareness of hidden, often deadly, heart condition

Brenda Brown's life changed forever on Aug. 14, 2016, when she collapsed while training for the Crim. Her heart had suddenly stopped.

5-year-old Alyssa sits back and relaxes during her spa day at Sweet Tee's.
First-of-its-kind Sweet Tee’s Salon and Kids Spa specializes in pampering children head to toe

The winner of two local business competitions, owner Theresa Trice-Nelson welcomes all children (and their parents) to her salon — including unique accommodations for children with special needs. 

The $16-million Hyatt Place in Mundy Township is one of three new hotels planned for Genesee County.
Genesee County seeing major growth in hotel industry

With three new hotels taking root here, Genesee County soon will see a 15 percent increase in accommodations — growth that follows a 29 percent increase in hotel tax revenue since 2011. 

Devante Powell opened Everything Flint in October 2017 as a way to support entrepreneurs and the local economy.
Everything Flint: A store for Flint by Flint

Owned and operated by Devante Powell, Everything Flint features more than 20 vendors' hoodies, snap back caps, T-shirts, and body care products.

HELP program director Ruba Mahfouz Alkotob and volunteer Millie Hursin discuss patient needs at Hurley Medical Center.
Hurley launches area’s first Hospital Elder Life Program to care for, visit with geriatric patients

The HELP program launched at Hurley Medical Center in June and is in need of volunteers to visit and play games with elderly patients — which research shows helps them recover better and faster.

Ebonie Gipson brings together 75 small businesses for Small Business Saturday though her firm, I'm Building Something Consulting.
Ebonie Gipson: Meet the woman behind Flint’s massive Small Business Saturday expo

Founder of I'm Building Something Consulting, she sees lots of growth opportunity in Flint — as more entrepreneurs learn to collaborate and build together. 

Flint Candle Co. was one of 40 vendors showcased during the 12th Annual Holiday Craft Market at the Flint Masonic Temple.
Small Business Saturday in Flint: Shop 125 local entrepreneurs in 3 stops

This year offers a unique opportunity for those looking to support local businesses, find unique gifts, and perhaps even land a few deals on Small Business Saturday, celebrated nationwide the Saturday after Thanksgiving.

United is adding a fourth flight from Flint's Bishop Airport to Chicago O'Hare (shown here).
United adds 4th flight to Chicago from Bishop International Airport

Departures will be at 6:45 a.m., 10:26 a.m., 2:15 p.m. and 4:50 p.m. Because of the time zone change, the flights land only a few minutes later local time than their departure time.  

Keishaun Wade, now a senior at Flint's Southwestern Classical Academy, was one of 15 high school students nationwide honored by Yale University
Watch out world: Here comes Keishaun Wade, an 18-year-old from Flint already getting Ivy League nods

Now a senior at Flint's Southwestern Classical Academy, Wade was one of 15 high school students nationwide honored by Yale University 

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