Community Development

Coverage of community groups bringing about changes, innovations, and solutions in their community.

Sheriff Chris Swanson will present his jail education initiative, I.G.N.I.T.E., at the World Literacy Summit at Oxford University from April 6-9, 2025.

Sheriff Chris Swanson to present I.G.N.I.T.E jail education program at Oxford Summit

Sheriff Chris Swanson will present his jail education initiative, I.G.N.I.T.E., at the World Literacy Summit at Oxford University from April 6-9, 2025. The program is designed to reduce crime and recidivism through education and job training for inmates.

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Prince fans can catch Marshall Charloff & The Purple xPeRIeNCE live at Flint's FIM Capitol Theatre on Friday, April 4, at 8 p.m.
The ultimate Prince tribute comes to FIM Capitol Theatre this Friday (4/4)

Prince fans can catch Marshall Charloff & The Purple xPeRIeNCE live at Flint's FIM Capitol Theatre on Friday, April 4, at 8 p.m.

Jessica Rickert
Breaking Barriers: Dr. Jessica Rickert inspires native dentists

Jessica Rickert, DDS, the first American Indian female dentist, advocates for oral health equity and inspires Native youth through mentorship and representation.

On April 24, ten young entrepreneurs will take the stage at Genesee Intermediate School District's Youth Entrepreneurship Final Pitch Competition. 
Genesee ISD to showcase young entrepreneurs in Final Pitch Competition

On April 24, ten young entrepreneurs will take the stage at Genesee Intermediate School District's Youth Entrepreneurship Final Pitch Competition. The event will feature high school students pitching their business ideas for a chance to win cash prizes.

Mott Community College’s Distinguished Chef Series returns April 2-3 with celebrity chef and Army veteran Andre Rush.
Celebrity chef Andre Rush to headline MCC’s Distinguished Chef Series

Mott Community College’s Distinguished Chef Series returns April 2-3 with celebrity chef and decorated U.S. Army combat veteran, Chef Andre Rush.

On Tuesday, March 25, the Genesee ISD and the Genesee County Career and College Access Network are hosting a free, hands-on workshop to help students fill out their FAFSA applications.
Genesee ISD hosts free FAFSA workshop to help students secure financial aid and scholarships

On Tuesday, March 25, the Genesee ISD and the Genesee County Career and College Access Network are hosting a free, hands-on workshop to help students fill out their FAFSA applications.

On Friday, April 25, 100K Ideas and Goodwill Mid-Michigan will host a community-focused Open House & Donation Drive.
100K Ideas & Goodwill Mid-Michigan join forces for Open House & Donation Drive

On Friday, April 25, 100K Ideas and Goodwill Mid-Michigan will host a community-focused Open House & Donation Drive. The event invites the public to donate gently used goods to Goodwill while exploring the entrepreneurship resources offered by 100K Ideas.

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.
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.

Hamilton Community Health Network is launching its free monthly 'Healthy Mind/Healthy Body' discussion series on Friday, March 21 at North Pointe Clinic in Flint. 
Hamilton Community Health Network launches free behavioral health talk series

Hamilton Community Health Network is launching its free monthly 'Healthy Mind/Healthy Body' discussion series on Friday, March 21 at North Pointe Clinic in Flint. 

Dr. Ken Marriott, patient Thomas Jones, and dental hygienist Sarah Cawthon at the VINA Community Dental Clinic in Brighton.
Doctors expand dental care access for veterans in need

Two Michigan veterans care advocates are tackling the critical gap in veterans’ dental care, offering free clinics through grants and sustainable community programs.  

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