How Flint artist, GGGGG, is redefining the rules of art and identity
Flint artist, GGGGG, blends visual art, fashion, and digital media to uplift Black identity and youth. His work reflects his roots and celebrates resilience, community, and faith.
Xzavier Simon's Latest Articles
Turntables & Talent: Flint DJs bring the heat to FIM Capitol Theatre on 4/16
Four local DJs will bring a night full of beats, energy, and friendly competition to the FIM Capitol Theatre on Wednesday, April 16, at 7:00 p.m.
A Hardwood Classic Is Born: Mid Michigan’s top basketball talent faces off in Flint
The Mid Michigan I-75 Hardwood Classic brings 20 of the top high school basketball players from Genesee and Saginaw for a celebration of sports. The action takes place on Saturday, April 26, at Flint Hamady High School.
A mother-son road trip of identity and self-discovery hits the Flint Rep stage
'A Driving Beat' is a high-energy, music-filled play premiering at the Flint Repertory Theatre. It follows a young Mateo on a cross-country journey with his mother, Diane.
The Black Community Newspapers Collection sheds light on Flint’s Black history
The Black Community Newspapers collection is a vital effort to preserve and share Flint’s Black history, providing free access to historical documents that have long been overlooked.
Rickey Smiley talks comedy, radio, and life behind the mic ahead of Flint show
Xzavier Simon chatted with renowned comedian Rickey Smiley about his love for performing, the changing landscape of entertainment, and what fans can expect from him next. Smiley is set to be in Flint on Saturday, April 12 for his 'Rickey Smiley and Friends' show at the FIM Whiting Auditorium.
Bridging the gap between community and culture with Queens’ Provisions
Emily Doerr, founder of Queens' Provisions in downtown Flint, is on a mission to make wine accessible and build an internet-proof culture for Flint.
The Chicago Funk brings the heart and soul of Earth, Wind & Fire to Flint
The Netherlands-based Earth, Wind & Fire tribute band, The Chicago Funk, makes its United States debut in Flint at FIM's Capitol Theatre on Saturday, August 24, 2024.
The art and resilience of living in chaos with Audrey “Roxy” Banks
“I hope I can continue to create spaces and places for our community, our school, our youth, and Flint.” Visual artist Audrey "Roxy" Banks spoke with Xzavier Simon about living in chaos, overcoming being a statistic, and finding peace through the pain.
CMU and FSU GEAR UP take 50 students on an Upper Peninsula college tour
Last month, Central Michigan University and Ferris State University’s GEAR UP programs took 50 local area students on a whirlwind trip across Michigan’s upper peninsula.
