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The Flint Rivershed Coalition, The Disability Network, and Genesee County Parks hosts inclusive kayaking events, iKayak workshops, for those with disabilities and hurdles which otherwise prevent them from enjoying the sport.

Inclusive kayak events help enable recreation for all abilities

The Flint Rivershed Coalition, The Disability Network, and Genesee County Parks hosts inclusive kayaking events, iKayak workshops, for those with disabilities and hurdles which otherwise prevent them from enjoying the sport.

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Pictured on Aug. 11, 2024, Queens' Provisions Wine & Charcuterie Shop is Flint's newest hotspot for wine, meat and cheese, and local events.
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.

Proud members of the Urban Renaissance Center pose for a photo on Aug. 8, 2024.
The Urban Renaissance Center: Revitalizing Flint with the Ubuntu philosophy

“There was a village in our community, and so we’re recreating that village.” Inside the Civic Park neighborhood, the Urban Renaissance Center serves not only as a place of worship but also as a community center, intending to spread the Ubuntu philosophy.

The Valley Area Agency on Aging offers a range of services, including home-delivered meals, caregiver resources, balance classes, in-home services, and referrals for senior services.
Valley Area Agency on Aging empowers senior citizens through information and assistance resources

The Valley Area Agency on Aging offers a range of services, including home-delivered meals, caregiver resources, balance classes, in-home services, and referrals for senior services.

As a part of Flintside's 'On the Ground' series, photo-journalist Anthony Summers visited the historic neighborhood of Civic Park and captured stunning, stoic photos of how the community looks today. 
In Pictures: Civic Park Neighborhood 2024

As a part of Flintside's 'On the Ground' series, photo-journalist Anthony Summers visited the historic neighborhood of Civic Park and captured stunning, stoic photos of how the community looks today. 

The new documentary 'St. John Street: Story of a Neighborhood' will premiere at the Flint Institute of Arts on Thursday, August 22, 2024. The film explores the history of the once-thriving Black neighborhood in Flint.
‘St. John Street: Story of a Neighborhood’ doc to premiere at Flint Institute of Arts this week

The new documentary 'St. John Street: Story of a Neighborhood' will premiere at the Flint Institute of Arts on Thursday, August 22, 2024. The film explores the history of the once-thriving Black neighborhood in Flint.

Youth mentoring in modern America: Guiding Flint’s youth toward a brighter tomorrow

“This future is not just a dream; it is a reality that we can build together, one relationship at a time, one child at a time.” Boys & Girls Club program coordinator Kendall Williams wrote an eye-opening op-ed about the challenges and rewards of mentoring today's youth and his hope for a brighter tomorrow.

Audrey "Roxy" Banks poses inside Riverbank Arts Gallery in downtown Flint.
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.

Flint native and chef Terrail Jones II is all smiles while holding a red bell pepper on July 15, 2024.
Behind the counter with culinary chef, Terrail Jones II

Flint-born chef and caterer Terrail Jones II discusses his lifelong passion for cooking, getting started in the food world, winning competitions, and staying focused. 

The Lapeer County Senior Programs help to engage, enhance, and improve the lives of local seniors through quality programming, resources, and assistance services.
Lapeer County Senior Programs provide quality resources and assistance services for local seniors

The Lapeer County Senior Programs help to engage, enhance, and improve the lives of local seniors through quality programming and assistance services.

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