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.

In The News Film Series

Sixth Annual African American Film Series goes virtual this year


In The News Flint Mayor Sheldon Neely delivered his first State of the City address on December 8, 2020.
In The News A Mott Foundation grant will help Genesee County Habitat for Humanity provide home repairs for Flint seniors.

Here’s how seniors in Flint can get help with home repairs


In The News GST Michigan Works! is a helping hand for anyone who makes the commitment to take part in its programs. Working not only with job seekers, but also employers to assure both parties obtain their perfect employment fit.

Job hunting during a pandemic? Here are some tips.


In The News Step UP

Step Up, Pick Up winners announced


In The News Carlos Conner (left) and Jason Trice of Bedrock Apparel.

Photo Gallery: Halloween 2020 in Flint


In The News A rendering of a redeveloped Georgia Manor Apartments.

Vacant Carriage Town apartment complex to get new life


In The News Jada Wilburn showing off some of the lip gloss she created.

Meet Jada, Flint’s 5-year-old lip gloss entrepreneur