Coverage of projects, big and small, and the people who create them, which promote the economic health of a community, including manufacturing, retail, office, and hospitality developments.
Open auditions start at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 18 at the “New” McCree Theatre inside New Standard Academy on Carpenter Road. Anyone from aspiring actors and actresses to those looking to try out something new are encouraged to display their talents. Just don’t forget to bring a poem or monologue to perform.
Flint's Louie Ray, 27, has become a staple in the live performance scene, appearing regularly at Empire Event Center, Chips, Club 69, Raspberries, and even Dort Federal Event Center. With 10 albums logged under his name, he's taking his grind from Flint across the Midwest.
La'Asia Johnson created her first product in 2017 in efforts of solving her own skin complications. Now, through her products, she's educating customers about natural ingredients and the magic that can happen when you mix them all together.
Set to open Feb. 28, 2020 the Community Water Lab aims to provide water tests for at least 7,000 families as well as lay out water safety plans for 200 families and refer 1,000 more to municipal services.
Over 500 people gathered together at The Urban Renaissance Center to celebrate the 10 annual Holiday Walk on Tuesday evening, Dec. 10.
With $4,320 granted in funds from the Community Foundation of Greater Flint, The Flint Club will continue its initiative to provide multi-generational literacy support through its community program, “Books Change Lives.”
Flint author Connor Coyne and founder of Gothic Funk Press has launched a $4,000 GoFundMe campaign aimed at bolstering Flint’s literary talent and showcasing them across the state.
Each year the Sybyl Award is given to someone who shines in their field while also bringing that light to their community whether that be through mentorship, service, or bringing people together. Sally Shaheen-Joseph has embodied the pillars of the award in her commitment to communities in Flint and across the globe.
Residents of the east side welcomed the city's fourth Water Box, which was unveiled Monday, Dec. 2 at the Latinx Technology and Community Center. Developed by celebrity Jaden Smith's nonprofit, the technology is changing the face of clean water distribution in Flint.
Flint rapper Expen$ive's song "Larry Bird" caught on as a Soundcloud sensation in 2015 and has been streamed more than 240,000 times. Rocketing from the song's virality, Expen$ive has garnered attention from American rapper and producer Boosie and produced three albums, showing a lot of promise in his young career.
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