Community Development

Feature Story The newest endeavor of Flint’s Good Church is its affordable laundromat, Good Laundry, which serves as a direct response to nearby neighbors who are experiencing hygiene poverty.
In The News The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Flint celebrates 20 years of service with the Great Futures Gala on Thursday, Nov. 14 at St. Michael’s Conference Center in Downtown Flint.
In The News Flint native Adriana Carroll is the creator of La BelleWerk Modeling and Booking Agency and producer of the annual 810 Fashion Show.

Get to know Flint's fearless fashionista, Adriana Carroll


Feature Story As a part of Flintside's 'On the Ground' series, photo-journalist Bryce Mata visited the neighborhoods of Sarvis Park and Eastside Franklin Park and captured photos of how the communities look today.

In Pictures: Sarvis Park & Eastside Franklin Park 2024


Feature Story Community Correspondent Michell Thompson visited Ornamental Security Doors, Brothers’ Pharmacy, and Maxwell Pharmacy to highlight through photography the many businesses dedicated to helping Flint residents.
In The News On Tuesday, Oct. 15, the Genesee Intermediate School District will host its 2nd annual Mental Health Symposium titled 'The Science and Power of Hope 2.0 – Identifying Signs of Mental Illness.' 
Feature Story Flint native Bri Nelson is the founder of Cleanly Life, a local housekeeping service that offers a detailed approach to cleaning and maintaining a harmonious living environment.

Embracing the art of cleaning with Bri Nelson of Cleanly Life


Feature Story A group of young men pass the time playing basketball in the Brownell-Holmes area, pictured on Sept. 15, 2024.

In Pictures: Brownell-Holmes Neighborhood 2024