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Feature Story The Renegades provide an entry-level opportunity into the steel drum band, while the Jumbie's are a more advanced, performance level. Arts and Culture

Check out these Flint kids rocking the steel drum world

Makenzie SchroederFriday, May 12, 2017
In The News The Beauty Box is an eclectic boutique located at 109 E. Third St. in downtown Flint. Entrepreneurship

A little hidden fashion gem in Flint

Jake CarahTuesday, May 9, 2017
In The News Volunteers help stuff backpacks with food from the Food Bank of Eastern Michigan for Flint kids. Healthy Communities

Doing more to keep Flint kids healthy—6 times moreMassive program expansion gives meals and snacks to every kindergarten through fifth-grade student affected by water crisis

Jake CarahThursday, May 4, 2017
Feature Story Applewood is open for the 2017 season 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Thursdays through Sundays from May 4 through October 29. Parking, admission, and activities are always free. Arts and Culture

Peek into Flint's past (and C.S. Mott's closet)Applewood tours offer behind-the-scenes look into the home of Flint's most famous family

Marjory RaymerMonday, May 1, 2017
In The News Michelle Cardillo owns Peace Barn vintage shop in downtown Flint. Entrepreneurship

Peace Barn vintage shop brings unique finds to downtown Flint

Liz BundyFriday, April 28, 2017
In The News The Flint Downtown Development Authority Additional plans to install more meters, begin using an app, and renovate the Flat Lot this year. Transportation

If you park in downtown Flint, you need to know this

Marjory RaymerTuesday, April 25, 2017
In The News Ian Wickham, 15, works on Big Mo team 314's robot. Technology and Innovation

The rise of the robotsA dad's perspective on robots and our fear of new technology

Tom WickhamWednesday, April 19, 2017
In The News The new engineering space allows for multiple student groups to tackle projects at the same time. Higher Education

Engineering at UM-Flint seeing major growth

Makenzie SchroederSaturday, April 15, 2017
In The News Tony Vu—chef, entrepreneur, musician, Flint booster—stands at the MaMang counter. Entrepreneurship

MaMang: Vietnamese food for the heart of Flint

Jake CarahThursday, April 13, 2017
In The News Vehicle City Heritage coasters featuring Flint street names. Arts and Culture

Flint pride: In your home, at your fingertips, under your glass

Jake CarahWednesday, April 12, 2017
In The News George Grundy II hosts weekly mentoring for black men at his Court Street business. Healthy Communities

From water to wisdom: Former Flint distribution site develops into mentoring program

Jiquanda JohnsonThursday, April 6, 2017
In The News Seth Addison, poses on the stage after Comedy Night at Soggy Bottom Bar, in Flint. The usual roster includes 8 comics from the surrounding area every third Monday of the month. Arts and Culture

Local comic taps network to bring stand up to downtown FlintOnce a month, laughs take center stage at Soggy Bottom Bar

Jake CarahThursday, March 30, 2017
Innovation News University of Michigan students tour the Ferris Wheel Innovation Hub in downtown Flint as part of their research in the Social Impact Challenge Higher Education

Looking for the next great innovationUM-Flint hosts competition with cash prize for students to develop—and implement—plans to boost Flint entrepreneurship

Jiquanda JohnsonTuesday, March 28, 2017
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